Sometimes it takes a fresh perspective to appreciate the everyday world around us. Japanese artist Tatsuya Tanaka has mastered this art. Using creativity and humor, he transforms ordinary objects into miniature scenes that reflect daily life in the most imaginative ways.
Tanaka sees the world differently. He can envision a tiny world within a head of broccoli or a civilization atop a stack of books. His dioramas make us rethink our surroundings, finding whimsy where we least expect it. Here are some of his best miniature creations that will inspire you to find art in the ordinary.
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Tatsuya's Miniature Works Beautifully Depict Our Daily Lives
We bring you another collection of works by the miniature-master Tatsuya Tanaka!
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Enjoy this collection of cute baby animals sculpted out of soap.
This Cool Photo Contest Shows Nature In a Brand New Light
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15 Photos That Will Change the Way You View the World
These 15 incredible photos will completely change the way you view the world, and will leave you speechless.
15 Photos That are Worth Much More Than A Thousand Words
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20 Stunning Photos Captured at the Perfect Moment
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The Wonders of the Ocean are Brought Alive in These Photos
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7 Incredible Ancient Engineering Feats to Astound You
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Milestones in History: the 12 First Photographs Ever Taken
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Click These Old Photos to See Them in Full Color!
It's fascinating to think that now, we can actually see the past better than we could 30 years ago! Here you'll find 16 classic photos, click on each one to see it in full color.
17 Breathtaking Animal Photos Straight Out Of a Fairy Tale
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These 25 Amazing Archaeological Discoveries Beggar Belief!
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A collection of 15 vintage photos that prove that some of the famous figures in history were quite attractive...
Black-and-White Photos of National Parks Across Western US
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Travel Back in Time to June 6, 1944. What Did it Look Like?
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These Old Photos Reveal a Good Deal About the 19th Century
Witness the history of the 19th Century as you never have before, with this powerful collection of early photographs.
These are Some of the Most Fascinating Photos!
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Walk Back In Time With These Colorized Vintage Photographs
Colorization technology has meant that old black and white photographs can be brought to life in full color. Take a look at these stunning images.
Celebrities Meet Their Younger Selves in 18 Unique Images
Check out this fun collection of pictures featuring famous celebs meeting their younger selves.
12 Deceptive Photos That Will Really Mess With Your Mind
These misleading photos will mess with your mind and make you look twice...
14 Magnificent Examples of American Architecture
Here are 14 photos that will showcase the marvels of American architecture.
Discover How Some Really Famous Photos Were Staged
The images you're about to see are some of the most famous from the 19th and 20th centuries, but they're all fake! Here they are.
These Award-Winning Pics Reveal the Many Faces of the Sea
Be transported to a stunning underwater world with 14 award-winning photos from the 2021 World Oceans Day Photo Contest.
These Pictures Look Like They Were Taken In Another World
The pictures you're about to see appear as if they were taken on another planet. Enjoy these 23 amazing extraterrestrial-looking pictures.
Can You Believe These Stunning Photos Were Taken by Kids?
You'll be so glad to discover that National Geographic have run a competition for children photographers - especially when you see this year's winners!
Can You Find the Women in These Landscape Photos?
At a glimpse, these photographs look like beautiful shots of nature, but if you look closer you will spot beautiful women blended into the scenery.
The Ceilings Of Iran's Mosques are Simply Mesmerizing...
The ceilings of Iran's mosques could put anyone in a trance thanks to the intricate beauty and hypnotizing patterns. Take a look at their splendor.
There's Nothing Quite Like These Perfectly-Timed Photos!
Take a look at these 20 incredible perfectly-timed photos, some of which are outrageously hilarious. Enjoy!
These Striking Photos Show the Nostalgia of Days Gone By
There's nothing quite like black and white photos to evoke some serious nostalgia. Take a look at these 25 photos to see a world gone by.
INTERACTIVE: These Buildings Become Gorgeous at Night...
These structures aren't just beautifully designed - come nightfall, they take on a stunning transformation.
The Winners of the Top Bird Photo Contest of 2020 Are In!
They're finally here, the winners of the 2020 Bird Photographer of the Year Awards, the biggest bird photography competition in the world!
These Vintage Photos Shed Light on Life in the Early 1900s
Get a glimpse of life back in the early 1900s.
A Little History: The White House Renovation!
When Harry S. Truman inherited the White House as his official residence, he was dismayed to discover its dismal state. Take a look at this 1950s renovation.
12 Glorious Views of the Ancient Forest of Madeira
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21 Jaw-Dropping Optical Illusions That Make Your Head Spin
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Wow: Some Things You Will Only Ever See in Japan!
In this post, you'll find 12 photos that show some of the "bizarre" and fascinating things one might see in the country of Japan.
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A 700-Year-Old Cave Converted into a Dream Home?
Take a look at what one man accomplished when he decided to turn a 700-year-old cave into his dream home.
These Tricky Photos Will Have You Do a Double Take
Look closely at these tricky photos or you will be left confused.
18 Things About the Eiffel Tower You Never Knew
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Watch the Might of Nature in This Winning Photo Series
Enjoy the highlights of this years' Royal Society of Biology’s photography competition
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