January 28, 2011 at 9:09 am

The Friday Shirk Report – January 28, 2011 | Volume 94

The Friday Shirk Report - January 28, 2011 | Volume 94

Welcome to the Friday Shirk Report where you will find 20 images, 10 articles and 5 videos from the previous week of sifting. Enjoy! *For those that prefer the links open in a new tab/window, try holding the CTRL key whilst clicking a link with your mouse 20 IMAGES – If the new iPad comes…

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January 27, 2011 at 9:05 am

25 Magnificent Pictures of LIONS

25 Magnificent Pictures of LIONS

Photograph by Natalie Manuel The mighty lion is the second largest cat in the world (tigers are the biggest), with some males weighing more than 550 lbs (250kg)! Residing in both Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa, these magnificent creatures are a sight to behold. With no natural predators, these big cats rule the land they roam.…

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January 25, 2011 at 9:05 am

The Stunning Kona Residence in Hawaii by Belzberg Architects

The Stunning Kona Residence in Hawaii by Belzberg Architects

Completed in 2010, this stunning 8,000 sq ft (743 sq m) residence by Belzberg Architects is one of the finest the Sifter has seen. Located in Kona, Hawaii, the property is situated between volcanic mountain ranges to the east and ocean horizons to the west. Photographed beautifully by Benny Chan, my only wish was that…

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January 24, 2011 at 9:05 am

Fun With Stock Photography: Pointing [47 pics]

Fun With Stock Photography: Pointing [47 pics]

Stock photography is the supply of photographs licensed for specific uses. It is used to fulfill the needs of creative assignments instead of hiring a photographer. Today, stock images are available in massive online databases with millions of photos. They can be purchased and delivered online, and often, they are produced in studios using a…

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January 20, 2011 at 9:05 am

Winner of the Istanbul Pedestrian Footbridge Design Competition

Winner of the Istanbul Pedestrian Footbridge Design Competition

The challenge was simple. Design a pedestrian footbridge over one of the busiest districts in Istanbul, Turkey. Faith Vatan Street was not only a major route for automobile and pedestrian traffic, but there’s also a tram route cutting through the middle of the district too. Below you will find the winning proposal from Paris-based design…

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January 18, 2011 at 9:05 am

Astonishing Underwater Sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor [30 pics]

Astonishing Underwater Sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor [30 pics]

Jason deCaires Taylor’s underwater sculptures create a unique, absorbing and expansive visual seascape. Highlighting natural ecological processes, Taylor’s interventions explore the intricate relationships that exist between art and environment. His works become artificial reefs, attracting marine life, while offering the viewer privileged temporal encounters, as the shifting sand of the ocean floor, and the works…

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January 14, 2011 at 9:05 am

The Friday Shirk Report – January 14, 2011 | Volume 92

The Friday Shirk Report - January 14, 2011 | Volume 92

Welcome to the Friday Shirk Report where you will find 20 images, 10 articles and 5 videos from the previous week of sifting. Enjoy! *For those that prefer the links open in a new tab/window, try holding the CTRL key whilst clicking a link with your mouse 20 IMAGES – This Alpaca is creeping me…

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January 13, 2011 at 9:05 am

How to Turn a Lighter Into a Mini Motorcycle

How to Turn a Lighter Into a Mini Motorcycle

So how does a disposable lighter turn into a miniature motorcycle? You’ll need a heavy dose of patience and some nimble fingers! Below is a visual guide that kind of shows you how to make a motorcycle with a lighter, however there is also a very detailed step-by-step video at the end that will…

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January 11, 2011 at 9:05 am

The 5 Essential Snowboard Grabs [20 Pics]

The 5 Essential Snowboard Grabs [20 Pics]

Photograph by Ben Garcia Ahhh snowboarding, my favourite winter sport. It’s just you, the mountain, and every now and then, a whole lot of air. There are countless tricks in snowboarding. From grabs to spins to flips, and of course combinations of all three. In this post the Sifter outlines the 5 essential snowboard grabs…

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January 8, 2011 at 5:00 pm

Picture of the Day: Evolution of Hands at Concerts

Picture of the Day: Evolution of Hands at Concerts

THE EVOLUTION OF HANDS AT CONCERTS via GOGOPOREN DAILY SKETCH Every day at 5pm the Sifter will post the picture of the day PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL ‘PICTURES OF THE DAY’

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