Modern Art Monday Presents: Fernand Leger, Leaves and Shell

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The paintings of Fernand Leger (18811955) often celebrate machine-made objects and modern city life. However,  in the late 1920s, he began to include natural forms in his work. The curving line down the left-hand side of his 1927 painting Leaves and Shell softens the underlying geometric structure of horizontal and vertical lines. It also acts as a link to the organic shapes of leaves and a shell. These naturalistic elements, with their streamlined shapes, are closely connected to the abstract parts of the image.

Photographed in the Tate Modern Museum in London.

Turning Craft into Career: Paths for Artisan Entrepreneurs

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If you love making things by hand, you’ve probably thought about selling your work at least once. Many people dream of turning a craft hobby into something bigger, but they often stop themselves because the idea feels too big or too unclear. The good news is that you don’t need a perfect plan to get started. You only need a few simple steps, a bit of patience, and a willingness to learn as you go.

This article walks you through realistic paths that help new artisan entrepreneurs build a steady and enjoyable craft career.

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Using Smart Design Decisions to Boost Commercial Property Value

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There are numerous methods that real estate holders use to boost commercial property value, including embracing modern trends. When looking for a substantial ROI, there are also some that can help, from using modern smart technology to designing around the user experience. However it helps to remember that some will appeal more to specific customers and buyers, so before you go spending money in the wrong places, consider these five design decisions.
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Productive Alternatives to Mindless Doomscrolling

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With smartphones and social media platforms becoming a huge part of daily life, millions have fallen into the habit of “doom scrolling,” or mindlessly browsing content online for hours on end, often leaving them feeling unfulfilled, anxious and depleted. Although social media can provide temporary relief, excessive scrolling on it can waste valuable time, negatively affect mental health and reduce productivity. Breaking free of this habit can open doors to activities which offer much greater personal growth, mental clarity and life satisfaction. In this article, we’ll look at better, productive alternatives and how these choices can enrich your life.

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Pink Thing of The Day: Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken” Hot Pink Gucci Suit

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This Hot Pink Gucci Suit, with styling by Mark Avery, was worn by actor Ryan Gosling for his now legendary 2024 Oscars performance of the nominated original song “I’m Just Ken” from the film Barbie (2023).
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