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The Post-Pandemic Future of Entertainment
The Post-Pandemic Future of Entertainment
Experiential Economy 2.0
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Jameson First Shot Weekender
Jameson First Shot Weekender
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Mother's Day Giveaways (SPONSORED)
Mother's Day Giveaways (SPONSORED)
Bliss Living is Offering a Chance to Win Personalized Jewelry
Mother’s Day jewelry is the perfect present to give to Mom on May 12th. Instead of flowers or another generic piece of jewelry, how about giving mom a gift designed by you?  BlissLiving.... MORE
Compact Character Depictions
Compact Character Depictions
'Liz Lemon in a Box' by You are My Fave is Spot On
The ‘Liz Lemon in a Box’ post by the You are My Fave blog is an ingeniously created depiction of the quirky 30 Rock character. With an innumerable amount of funny catch phrases,... MORE
Smartphone Development Infographics
Smartphone Development Infographics
The iPhone 5 Evolution Chart Marks the Growth of This Product
This iPhone 5 Evolution chart marks the changes of this popular product from inception until its latest release. The phone has never been a stranger to attention and controversy, and dominated... MORE
Infectious Korean Tune Charts
Infectious Korean Tune Charts
This Gagnam Style Infographic Explains the Man Behind the Song
This Gagnam Style infographic delves into little-known details about the insanely popular PSY song. This summer, people all around the world were exposed to the K-Pop genre like never before. With... MORE
Cunning Profession-Based Illustrations
Cunning Profession-Based Illustrations
The Grant Snider Sketchbook of the Pros Comic is Hilarious
This Sketchbook of the Pros comic by Grant Snider makes a commentary on various occupations in a cunning and clever way. Grant Snider is known for his whimsy and light-hearted illustrations, and... MORE
Fake Following Infographics
Fake Following Infographics
The 'Who Tweeted?' Chart Discusses False Accounts
The ‘Who Tweeted?’ infographic discusses the way in which fictitious followers end up on Twitter and influence major accounts. Including a brief history of the social network, the... MORE
Fictitious Fashionista Profiles
Fictitious Fashionista Profiles
The Coveteur P'Trique Feature is Haute and Hysterical
The Coveteur P’Trique feature is a hilarious piece that shows off a reflexive sense of humor not often seen in the fashion world. The Coveteur, a very successful blog known for profiling the... MORE
Attractiveness Impact Infographics
Attractiveness Impact Infographics
The Beauty vs. Happiness Chart Details the Perks of Prettiness
This beauty vs. happiness chart covers a wide range of statistics related to appearance and spending. Based on studies conducted worldwide, this infographic features a variety of statistics with... MORE
Global Gratuity Graphs
Global Gratuity Graphs
The Tourist's Guide to Tipping is an Eye-Opening Read
This tourist’s guide to tipping is a colorful and heavily detailed run-through of what travelers should keep in mind when wanting to stay polite while on the road. From taxi drivers to... MORE
Age-Counting City Clips
Age-Counting City Clips
The Amsterdam 100 Video Features a Diverse Cast
The Amsterdam 100 video takes viewers on a unique tour of the famed European city. Going around and getting citizens of all ages to state their ages, the video profiles 100 different residents and... MORE
Holistic Lifestyle Graphics
Holistic Lifestyle Graphics
The Optimize Your Health Infographic Promotes Wellness
This Optimize Your Health infographic is a highly detailed run-through of the many things to consider when adopting a lifestyle change. From getting the best quality of sleep to avoiding processed... MORE
Expanding Auto Infographics
Expanding Auto Infographics
The Car Size Chart Explores the Evolution of Automobiles
This car size chart discusses and shows the ways in which certain famed cars have developed and evolved over the years. Giving particular emphasis to the shape of cars, the infographic boasts a... MORE
Celebrity Bling Infographics
Celebrity Bling Infographics
The 10 Most Expensive Rings Chart Details Exuberant Wealth
This 10 Most Expensive Rings chart details the bling of the rich and famous. Filled with some shockingly high numbers and wildly large accessories, this tabloid-inspired data visualization is a... MORE
Geographical Explanation Infographics
Geographical Explanation Infographics
The UK vs. Great Britain Chart Clears Up Confusion
This UK vs. Great Britain chart explains the reasons for which these two categories often get mixed up. Going into great detail about the reasons for these labels and what they mean today, the... MORE
Liberal Academic Argument Graphics
Liberal Academic Argument Graphics
The Pop Culture and Academia Infographic Discusses Merit
This pop culture and academia infographic explores the merit of courses that explore current phenomena. From studying Jersey shore to doing an academic exploration of The Matrix, many universities... MORE
Vampiric Series Graphics
Vampiric Series Graphics
This True Blood Infographic is Full of Juicy Details
This True Blood infographic details the extensive history of this hit television series. Based on a book series and set in the deep South, True Blood took off in a big way and is one of HBOs most... MORE
Truthful Egg-Focused Infographics
Truthful Egg-Focused Infographics
This Happy Hen Chart Explores an Ugly Truth Behind Factory Farms
This Happy Hen chart highlights some of the ugly truths behind factory farmed eggs. Though the colors and designs might lead someone to assume that this piece bring happy news, readers soon find... MORE
Life Lesson Infographics
Life Lesson Infographics
This Top Ten Regrets Chart Details Thoughts of the Dying
This top ten regrets chart details anecdotes by those on their death bed. Because the last hours of life are a highly reflective time, it’s no surprise that some pretty amazing information has... MORE
Literary Junkie Illustrations
Literary Junkie Illustrations
This 'Stray Books' Comic by Grant Snider Details Literature Overload
This Grant Snider ‘Stray Books’ comic is a funny read for anyone who’s ever gone overboard when it comes to collecting literature. Illustrating a couple who’s let their used... MORE
Famed Footwear Timelines
Famed Footwear Timelines
The Converse History Infographic Goes Back in Time
This Converse history infographic takes readers back to the inception of this incredibly iconic footwear company. Colored with very muted colors and some fairly complex looking graphs, the chart... MORE
Marketing Mishap Guidance
Marketing Mishap Guidance
The Bad Infographic Guide is a Must-Read for Online Companies
The bad infographic guide is a cautionary piece that’s sure to keep companies out of hot water. Though infographics can provide a succinct and viral way of getting a brand’s message... MORE
Television Star Stature Blogs
Television Star Stature Blogs
The Mad Men #Draping Tumblr Includes Don Draper Imitations
The Mad Men #Draping Tumblr is an ingenious site that has users upload photos of themselves doing their best Don Draper imitation. Based off of the opening sequence in the show, ‘draping&#... MORE
Tech-Savvy Teaching Aids
Tech-Savvy Teaching Aids
These Design Nerd Flash Cards by Emma Cook are Modern
These design nerd flash cards by Emma Cook are an incredibly modern way to teach little one’s the very basics. From A to Z, every letter is covered by these cards in a brand new way. New... MORE
Morale Management Guides
Morale Management Guides
This Employee Motivation Infographic Has On-Point Advice
This employee motivation infographic details the ways in which employers sometimes go wrong. Motivation is a tricky psychological topic, and companies have struggled to figure out the best ways to... MORE
Animal Exploitation Infographics
Animal Exploitation Infographics
The PETA Life of a Cow Graph is Heartbreaking
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Amusement Park Confessionaries
Amusement Park Confessionaries
The Confessions of a Disney Worker Part Two Video is Hilarious
This Confessions of a Disney Worker video is a hilarious and illustrative walk-through of a former employee’s experience at the park. The voice behind the video has a clear skill for comedy.... MORE
Unemployment Upside Charts
Unemployment Upside Charts
The Recession-Proof Industry Infographic Shows Safe Sectors
This recession-proof industry infographic points out the businesses that are least affected by economic instability. Bringing some much-welcomed good news to the realm of job creation, this chart... MORE
Corporate Responsibility Infographics
Corporate Responsibility Infographics
The Masters of Tax Evasion Chart Holds Companies Accountable
The Masters of Tax Evasion chart details the way in which huge companies have avoided paying an equal share of taxes over the years. Though many retail giants are discussed in the infographic,... MORE
Social Sporting Event Statistics
Social Sporting Event Statistics
This Olympics Social Media Infographic Breaks Records
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Filthy Feet Artistry
Filthy Feet Artistry
This 'Anatomy of the Bottom of Your Foot' Comic is Alarming
This comic depicts the anatomy of the bottom of your foot. Though perhaps not everyone’s feet look like this, there’s some hilarious commentary made by the chart. Discussing common... MORE
Mathematical Smartphone Holders
Mathematical Smartphone Holders
The Pi iPhone Stand is a Geeky Way to Store Technology
The Pi iPhone stand, being sold on Etsy, is a geeky and charming way to store all of your favorite communication devices. With a simple and unmistakable design, the holder is equal parts clever... MORE
Social Media Story Charts
Social Media Story Charts
The Amstel Light Facebook Life Infographic Provides a Timeline
This Amstel Light Facebook life infographic explains how one’s online story comes into being. Used as a promotional tool for the beer but providing an interesting approach to social media,... MORE
Grammar Gaffe Guides
Grammar Gaffe Guides
This Blue Glass Grammar Infographic Fixes Little Mistakes
This Blue Glass grammar infographic details the little mistakes people often make that have a huge impact. From apostrophe abuse to dangling modifiers, many goofs are brought to light in this... MORE
Nerdy Hypothesis Videos
Nerdy Hypothesis Videos
This Everyone Jumped Clip Explains a Strange Hypothetical Question
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Mathematical Smartphone Holders
Mathematical Smartphone Holders
The Pi iPhone Stand is a Geeky Way to Store Technology
The Pi iPhone stand, being sold on Etsy, is a geeky and charming way to store all of your favorite communication devices. With a simple and unmistakable design, the holder is equal parts clever... MORE
Artistic Advice Illustrations
Artistic Advice Illustrations
This 'Painting For Non-Majors' Comic is an Creative Guide
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Eastern Explanation Clips
Eastern Explanation Clips
The Zodiac Animals Video is Direct and Beautiful
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Unflattering Celeb Illusions
Unflattering Celeb Illusions
The Flashed Face Distortion Technique is Mind-Bending
Using the flashed face distortion technique, Matthew B. Thompson has released a follow-up to his viral video ‘Pretty Girls Turn Ugly.’ The new video, which features the same illusion but... MORE
Cheeky Line-Avoiding Wipes
Cheeky Line-Avoiding Wipes
'Now Serving' Toilet Paper by Carmichael Collective is Clever
This ‘Now Serving’ toilet paper by Carmichael Collective is getting tons of attention for its slight but important distinction from other business-related products. Featuring numbered... MORE
Sleek Gothic Ceramics
Sleek Gothic Ceramics
The Spiky Mug by Symmetrical Pottery is Striking
This ‘Spiky Mug’ by Symmetrical Pottery, an Etsy shop, is protective and daring. Looking like any other black mug, but decked out in sharply designed spikes, this ceramic piece stands... MORE
Digital Weariness Stats
Digital Weariness Stats
This 'Skeptical Tech' Infographic is Telling
This ‘Skeptical Tech’ infographic highlights the way in which people’s interest in digital products and services may be overstated. From detailing the amount of time people... MORE
Professionalized Pinning Charts
Professionalized Pinning Charts
This 'Put Pinterest to Work' Infographic is a Huge Help
This ‘Put Pinterest to Work’ infographic instructs readers on how to make the most out of the social media platform. From creating a Pinterest-based resume to using the site as a way... MORE
Glam Galactic Nails
Glam Galactic Nails
The Cute Polish 'Stormtrooper' Manicure is Adorable and Nerdy Chic
Inspired by Star Wars, this Cute Polish ‘Stormtrooper’ manicure is a fashionable way to show your enthusiasm for the epic film series. Simple, and requiring only two nail products,... MORE
Princess-Inspired Athletic Gear
Princess-Inspired Athletic Gear
'Snow White Under Armour' Mixes Fairy Tales and Functionality
A huge deviation from typical running gear, the Snow White Under Armour costume by Etsy user Helen McCarty is a nostalgic way to get ready to run. Handmade and almost exactly resembling the... MORE
Oversized Fashionista Campaigns
Oversized Fashionista Campaigns
The 'Little Marina' Stunt for Missoni x Target is Hard to Ignore
In order to promote the Missoni x Target collaboration, the team hired Mother New York to make a splash during New York Fashion Week. Not to be ignored, the group created a backstory to a giant... MORE
Truthful Egg-Focused Infographics
Truthful Egg-Focused Infographics
This Happy Hen Chart Explores an Ugly Truth Behind Factory Farms
This Happy Hen chart highlights some of the ugly truths behind factory farmed eggs. Though the colors and designs might lead someone to assume that this piece bring happy news, readers soon find... MORE
Stark Fashion Teasers
Stark Fashion Teasers
The Alexander Wang RTW Fall 2012 Video is Enticing
This Alexander Wang RTW Fall 2012 video is a snapshot of what’s to come from the famed designer. The entire video is shown in black and white shades, and because of the lack of faces and... MORE
Jameson First Shot Weekender
Jameson First Shot Weekender
Giving Aspiring Filmmakers the Opportunity of a Lifetime
This month, I had the chance to be a part of the Jameson First Shot Weekender, an incredible event celebrating undiscovered talent in the film industry, giving newcomers an unparalleled opportunity... MORE