Ed Freeman's portraits of Californian desert decay

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See more of Ed Freeman's work, including a handful of before and after photos over on his website.

Separate my Body from my Soul

1868 Illustrated European maps.

In 1868, Dr. William Harvey illustrated various European maps as political figures in the publication Geographical Fun Being Humorous Outlines of Various Countries. The anthropomorphism of each country is even highlighted with the inclusion of their national costume, showing us the diverse personified cultures in the region.

Wales

 

Holland and Belgium

 

Germany

 

Prussia

 

Italy

 

Scotland

 

England

 

Russia

 

Denmark

 

Spain and Portugal

 

France

 

Ireland

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Matthew Albanese's handcrafted landscapes.

Artist Matthew Albanese takes photos of spectacular landscapes, except… they're actually just handcrafted models.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Albanese says, "My work involves the construction of small-scale meticulously detailed models using various materials and objects to create emotive landscapes. Every aspect from the construction to the lighting of the final model is painstakingly pre-planned using methods which force the viewers perspective when photographed from a specific angle. Using a mixture of photographic techniques such as scale, depth of field, white balance and lighting I am able to drastically alter the appearance of my materials."
To see more of the artist's impressive work, check out his website.

These Popular Nightclubs Of 1920s Paris Are 100% Terrifying

Those that are drawn to the more creepy side of life will be thrilled to find out that 1920s Paris was obsessed with all things macabre. And that goes for nightclubs, too. During the 20th century, a number of different cabarets opened across the city, complete with gargoyle ceilings, bone chandeliers and nightly shows that were just as creepy as they were strange.

Cabaret de l’Enfer (Cabaret of Hell)

Cabaret du Neant (Cabaret of Nothingness)

Cabaret des Truands (Cabaret of Truants)

In some of these nightclubs, drinks were served by little people who dressed as demons and performed tricks for the audience. Magic shows were also extremely popular. Nowadays, Paris is still home to a number of whimsical nightclubs and cabaret spots, but nothing quite like the creepy venues of yesteryear.

H/t: Slightly Warped
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