Glass is not only a fragile material from which our dishes are made, but also one that can be given great flexibility and have its properties changed by adding different ingredients, or even just heat. This opens the door to all kinds of creative uses of this wonderful material. Artist Amber Cowan takes old glassware, some over 100 years old, and turns them into magnificent and detailed works of art. We invite you to take a look at the following 18 photos, which show Amber’s works, and to be impressed by the detail, delicacy, and elegance that characterize them.
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Fascinating Science: How Sand is Turned Into Glass
Have you ever looked through a window and wondered how it was made from simple beach sand? This video shows you that incredible process.
Study: Is a Glass of Red Wine a Day Truly Good For You?
Once and for all, a study has checked the influence of red wine on our heart. Does a glass a day truly help?
This Romanian Artist Redefines Glass Art
She makes marine life-themed glass vessels of all sorts: wine glasses, small glasses, bottles, pitchers, and even ceramic vessels.
A Decade of Stunning Weather Photography in 14 Images
These selections represent the most striking examples of weather photography.
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Here Are the Most Amazing Things Ever Made Out Of Glass
Check out some of the most remarkable things ever made out of glass in this video.
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Enjoy 60 Minutes of Cirque du Soleil Magic!
Want to see one of the best modern circus shows in the world?
10 Must Watch Documentaries from the Last Decade
Whether you’re a seasoned doc fan or a casual viewer, these films represent the high-water mark of modern nonfiction cinema.
These Incredible Origami Animals Were Folded to Perfection
With only one sheet of paper, this origami expert creates the most delightful little animals
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This Miniature String Quartet Know How to Spring Surprises
This string quartet called 'Joyous String Quartet' are the most talented musicians of their age I've seen so far!
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This Man Tests the Limits of What People are Capable of
This is one acrobatic performance you won't want to miss, featuring an absolutely mind-blowing and multifaceted balancing act.
12 of the Best Lesser-Known Tales from the Arabian Nights
In this article, we explore some of the obscure stories from Arabian Nights that have been overlooked in popular culture.
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What Happens When You Bring a Typewriter to an Orchestra?
Who knew that a typewriter would pair so beautifully with the sounds of a violin?
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Watch This Man Play a 14-String Guitar
It's difficult enough to play a regular guitar, but can you imagine playing a 14-string guitar?
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This Impressive Juggling Act Will Leave You Breathless...
Watch Michael Chirrick can carry out an incredible juggling and balancing act the likes of which have never been seen before!
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This Young Violinist Will Treat Your Ears to Heaven...
watch as 11 year old Tyler Butler-Figueroa wows the judges of America's Got Talent with his violin music.
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This Woman Changes Clothes Faster Than You Can Blink
An incredible magic show that will make you doubt your eyes! But keep them wide open because you're not gonna want to miss this!
What This Man Built for Himself Will Astound You...
This artist decided to create a miniature version of the French capital.
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Have You Ever Seen the Incredible Dance of 1000 Hands?
This Chinese dance requires 63 people to perform, and it's amazing!
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Andre Rieu Stirs Our Emotions With his Tribute to Sinatra!
Join Andre Rieu and his orchestra in their tribute to the unforgettable Frank Sinatra, as they perform "My Way".
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This Seductive and Seamless Salsa Routine Is Jaw-Dropping
Katee Shean and Joshua Allen are incredibly-talented salsa dancers. Watch what they can do in this truly jaw-dropping salsa routine.
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This Beautiful Archlute Performance Will Make Your Day
Watch a musician perform a mesmerizing rendition of J.S. Bach’s 'Prelude in C Major' on the archlute.
Artist Revives Discarded Ceramics into Lovely Sculptures
Take a look at the amazing world of artist Bouke de Vries who makes beautiful art using discarded cermaics.
The Unbelievable Embroidery Skills of 10 Talented Artists
Some would call embroidery a lost art, but the incredible works of these contemporary embroidery artists sure prove otherwise.
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Acrobats on Unicycles? Now I Really Have Seen It All...
These Chinese unicycle acrobats will completely blow you away! Check out their daring performance here.
Have You Ever Seen Banana Art? 15 Lovely Illustrations
Art can be created on virtually anything. For Anna Chojnicka, the unconventional canvas of choice is... a banana! Check out her lovely illustrations.
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Have You Ever Seen a Card Trick as Good as THIS One?
This magician's card tricks will leave you wondering how he managed to pull them off.
The Visionary Art and Turbulent Life of Caravaggio
Caravaggio is one of the most renowned and celebrated painters today, but his life and art have a bigger story to tell than one would expect
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The Song 'Hallelujah' Was Crying Out to Be Sung by Il Divo
Here's a rare rendition that you won't forget in a hurry...
These Mind-Boggling Sculptures Can Appear and Disappear!
These incredible sculptures will challenge your perception - from one perspective they’re there in full glory, but from another, they vanish before your eyes!
7 of the SCARIEST Classic Paintings in History
These seven masterpieces are some of the creepiest artworks you could encounter in a museum, and so they are perfect for the Halloween season.
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7 of the Most Calming Famous Artworks in the World
These paintings have a calming effect on people, and the explanation of the human psychology underlying this phenomenon is insanely interesting!
This Forgotten American Painter’s Works Are So Majestic!
Robert Seldon Duncanson was a 19th-century landscape artist whose enchanting paintings will soothe your soul.
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These Acrobats Are On a New Level!
These women will give you a show you'll never forget! I never knew people could be so graceful.
Animal Embroidery With a Beautiful Twist – 10 Pics
These beautiful animal embroidery photos have a unique twist - they are embellished with little bits of jewelry.
Look Closer... This Art is Made from Raw Fish
This art is made entirely from raw fish and it's impressive. Take a look:
MUSIC BOX: This Is Why I'm Always Playing Paul Simon
After leaving Simon and Garfunkel, Paul Simon set upon a career of brilliant solo music. Here are 24 of his best records to date!
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Mix Classical Music With Castanets, And You Get Magic!
It's impossible not to fall in love with this magical mix of different musical styles
This Artist Turned Her Unique Paper Art Into a Living
Portuguese artist Sena Runa's beautiful paper quilling art has resulted in her amassing a staggering 100,000 followers. Take a look at her unique work here.
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Over 200 Years Later, Beethoven Still Inspires Us...
Moonlight was inspired by the great composer Ludwig Van Beethoven's masterpiece - "Moonlight Sonata".
Have You Read the 5 of the Greatest Poems Ever Written?
Discover some of the greatest poems that the history of literature has ever seen, along with a detailed analysis to complement them.
The Ethereal Architecture of Santiago Calatrava: 16 Photos
The architecture of Santiago Calatrava is unmistakably iconic. Let us walk you through 10 of Calatrava’s most recognizable works.
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Who Says That Cats Can't Be Trained? You'll Be Surprised!
Who says cats can't be trained? Watch this adorable performance!
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These Angelic Singers Will Take You to Another World...
This has become one of my most favorite performances.
Michelangelo's David Looks Even More Astonishing Up Close
This is the world's most famous statue, but you never realised how amazingly detailed it is - until now!
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Andrea Bocelli Never Ceases to Amaze! Watch This Show
Andrea Bocelli never ceases to amaze and this performance is no exception.
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This Paper Art is Unlike Anything You've Ever Seen Before
See the impressive paper art by Haruki Nakurama.
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