Showing posts with label Creative. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Creative. Show all posts
Odd and Creative Christmas Trees
The history of Christmas trees begins long before the birth of Christ and even before the Egyptian civilizations. Many historians and anthropologists agree that the history of Christmas trees begins in post primeval times, just as societies were developing across the globe.
Rock Carving - Sri Lanka - Buduruwagala
Buduruwagala is located about 5 km from the Wellawaya on the Thanamalwila road. The name Buduruwagala means “the rock with the statue of Buddha” And this is exactly what it is. Seven figured are carved in this rock with a massive 51 foot Buddha statue in the Abhaya Mudra gesture at the centre. The rock it self has shape of a kneeling elephant with its head own. Although there is no documented information about this site in the ancient scriptures, Different historians have dated these statues from the 6th centuary to late Anuradhapura period. (between 8 - 10 Century). These carvings are of the Mahayana Buddhist style and belongs to the Pallawa- Sri Lankan art tradition. and similar to the statues at Dova Temple.
Extreme 3D Chalk Art
Street painting, also commonly known as pavement art, chalk art, and sidewalk art, is the performance art of rendering original and non-original artistic designs on pavement such as streets, sidewalks, and town squares with impermanent and semi-permanent materials such as chalk.
Street painting has been recorded throughout Europe since the 16th century. Street Painters, (also called chalk artists) a name these performance artists are most commonly called in the USA are historically called I Madonnari in Italy (singular form: madonnaro or madonnara) because they recreated images of the Madonna. In England they are called Screevers and in Germany Strassenmaler (street: straßen, painter: maler).
Wonderful Miniature Creations - Weapons
Deadly Tiny Cannon
As small as a finger nail, this cannon can make the most timid kid utter in awe for its cuteness. But don’t let its appearance fool you, this miniature cannon holds the power as fearful as that of the real one. With little gunpowder, a steel ball, and a cigarette to light the fuse, this tiny toy can dig a hole through a coke can, destroy a light bulb, or smash a glass mug into thousands of pieces.
Microminiature Tank
Made of entirely gold, this tiny tank can rest on the open face of a sliced apple seed. It was created by Aldunin from Moscow as part of his microminiature art collection. The artist uses superglue, syringes, and toothpicks as his tools. Source.
Microminiature AK-47
It took 6 months for Aldunin to finish this microminiature masterpiece. This mini AK-47 is made of gold, and consists of 34 individual parts. It is so tiny that it can be housed comfortably inside the head of a matchstick. Source.
World’s Smallest Working Revolver
A product from the Swiss gunsmith SwissMiniGun was officially crowned the world’s smallest working revolver by Guinness World Records. Less than 2.2 inches long, this revolver has all the features of a real-sized gun, and is powerful enough to kill you from short range. This tiny lethal toy is banned in the US. Source.
Metallic Pulse Striker Miniature
This green Metallic Pulse Striker Miniature was created by Pete the Builder’s Studio as part of his “Retro Tech” line. At about 3 inches long, it comes with a display base and stand, also made of wood. Source.
Admiral Forsythes Hand Canon Retro Ray Gun
Another creation from Pete the Builder’s Studio, this miniature is a classic, retro rendition of a sci-fi ray gun. Even though it looks like it is metal, this ray gun is made 100% from wood. Its “top barrel” length as well as its longest dimension is about 2.5 inches long. Source.
16th Century British Wheel Lock Pistol
This 1/6 scale 16th Century British wheel lock pistol was beautifully crafted by Xu Yan from China, a country where private gun ownership is prohibited. The gun consists of 56 separate parts. The pistol is complete with a presentation case and tools needed to load and fire the weapon. Source.
Imperial Italian Guard’s Match Lock
This 1/7 scale Imperial Italian Guard’s match lock was completed by Xu Yan in 2002. It is 129 mm long and consists of 31 separate parts made from brass, iron, and redwood. Source.
Japanese Type 89 Grenade Launcher
Another masterpiece from Xu Yan’s miniature weapon collection is this 1:12.5 Scale Japanese Type 89 Grenade Launcher from WW II. The model is about 49 mm long, and actually launches a model grenade tube over 3.3 meters. Source.
Miniature Lightsaber
Have you ever fancied yourself as Seth or Jedi in Star Wars with the fancy lightsabers? If yes, hold your breath because we are about to tell you that you can build your own lightsaber too! You will need to learn about lasers, lenses, visible light, plasma, and the electromagnetic spectrum. For the light to work, get the rechargeable Lithium-ion 100 mAh battery. This mini lightsaber is just 8.25” in size and looks exactly like the “real” one.
Star Wars Chop Sabers
Asians have an amazing imagination. Who else would be able to find the similarity between the magnificent Star Wars lightsaber and their mediocre chopsticks? Those Star Wars chop sabers are about 20cm long and sold at $12.99.
District 9 Arc Generator
WETA recently revealed the second release in their new District 9 Miniature Guns Collection: the explosive Arc Generator. Captured in a 1/4 scale; the weapon measures approximately 9.8″ long, including the display stand. Constructed of die-cast metal, the Arc Generator weighs in at 2.4lbs. Source.
Magnetic Accelerator Cannon
The magnetic cannon will not only make a dangerous weapon but only a fun lesson for physics lovers. It has a narrow, straight shaped wooden body with a three-chamber steel railing fixed on the wooden body by seven silver screws. The metallic balls are powerful magnets, and when the extra ball is loaded into the cannon, it moves and transfers energy to the next ball, and to the next ball until the ball at the edge of the cannon flies out straight into the target.
Miniature Cannon with Spokes
This model cannon was made by Jose Rivera, and features spoke wheels with offset spokes and segmented rims just like the real thing. Source.
Miniature Catapult Siege Weapon
Fans of The Lord of the Rings are no stranger to those classic yet terrifying catapults. You don’t have to go back to medieval era to admire the power of this siege weapon. This 12-inch tall miniature catapult is available at $79. It comes with iron balls. Source.
Miniature Steampunk Tank
With the impressive dimension of only 75 x 65 x 65mm, this miniature tank is a reminiscence of the steampunk era because of its metallic structure. This stunning looking miniature was created by Rafa Maya from cardboard, recycled plastic, and paint. You can buy it from Diarment Creations for $41.
Steampunk Swiss Knife Gun
This miniature Steampunk gun can be considered to be an eligible replacement for the Swiss knife without taking any glory away from it. Consisting of a customary fork, knife, spoon, bottle opener, screwdriver, lighter, watch, and even a USB based flash drive, this Steampunk gun is everything except a gun.
Katana Sword Letter Opener
If our respectful Samurais in the past used the long, sharp, and curved Katana sword to slash through the enemies’ bodies, our generation today cannot think of anything else other than using this legendary sword to open a letter! This word, made up of stainless steel, is just 6.5 inches long while the entire Samurai Katana Letter Opener set comprises of the sword, the sheath, and its very own stand at the price of only $5.95. No wonder why it is said that young generations are degrading.
Miniature Chinese Weapon Set
The set features 5 miniature Chinese weapons: 2 Miniature Chinese broadswords, 1 Chinese straight sword, 1 Han sword, and 1 metal tipped bo staff. Each weapon is a copy of its real size counterpart. Perfect for your desk decoration. Source.
Mini Pencil Crossbow
John Austin has a knack of creating mini weapons. His book “Mini Weapons of Mass Destruction” is the guarantee that the most clumsy person can make a cute crossbow from everyday items. Arrange two pairs of pencils at right angles using a rubber band to hold them together, you will have a mini weapon ready for shooting at your mates to have fun! Source.
Amazing Uncommon Flying Machines
Gyrocoptor
An autogyro (from Spanish autogiro), also known as gyroplane, gyrocopter, or rotaplane, is a type of rotorcraft which uses an unpowered rotor in autorotation to develop lift, and an engine-powered propeller, similar to that of a fixed-wing aircraft, to provide thrust. While similar to a helicopter rotor in appearance, the autogyro's rotor must have air flowing through the rotor disc in order to generate rotation. Invented by the Spanish engineer Juan de la Cierva to create an aircraft that could safely fly at slow speeds, the autogyro was first flown on 9 January 1923, at Cuatro Vientos Airfield in Madrid.[1] De la Cierva's aircraft resembled the fixed-wing aircraft of the day, with a front-mounted engine and propeller in a tractor configuration to pull the aircraft through the air. Under license from Cierva in the 1920s and 1930s, the Pitcairn & Kellett companies made further innovations.
Rock Carving - Sri Lanka - Aukana
What may be called one of the wonders of the world is the tall, standing statue of the Buddha at Aukana, another architectural marvel of the ancient Sinhalese. The rock cut statue which stands 39 feet above its decorated lotus plinth and 10 feet across the shoulders, belongs to the period of King Dhatusena (459-477 AD), the builder of the great reservoir Kalawewa. It has been very well preserved over the years and is a joy for anyone to see and appreciate. It is a unique creation by an unknown sculptor.
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