“It’s the difference between fitting in and defining the space”: 5 questions with Justin Barnes
VERSUS’ creative director discusses the value of ownable originality.
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Artist Randy Ortiz Turns Oil Paint And Graphite Into Dark, Symbol‑packed Visions
Randy Ortiz is a Winnipeg‑based Canadian artist and illustrator known for dark, symbolically rich oil paintings and meticulously rendered graphite/charcoal drawings that often explore anxiety, suffering, faith and the uncanny. Originally recognized for highly detailed… Read More »Artist Randy Ortiz Turns Oil Paint And Graphite Into Dark, Symbol‑packed Visions
Spectacular Black & White Nature Photos from the 2025 One Exposure Awards
1st Place Winner: “Začudno” by Lidija Novković In 2025, the One Exposure Awards shifted to pure black‑and‑white, creating a nature photography showcase that feels strikingly different. The absence of color amplifies every shadow, texture, and… Read More »Spectacular Black & White Nature Photos from the 2025 One Exposure Awards
I just tested Denon’s $1,800 headphones… but you should buy their ‘cheaper’ cans for $500 instead
The Denon AH-D5200s punchy bass and creamy mids make their big brother a hard sell.
Why you shouldn’t fear the LHF ad ban
The Less Healthy Food ban presents an opportunity for creatives.
How to mix traditional sketching and Blender together in modern creature design
A drawing-first approach to character design can lead to more believable creatures.