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Interested in Modern Architecture? Explore Your Interest on Pinterest!

July 9, 2015 by

With its sleek, clean lines and open design scheme, modern architecture is fascinating even to those with no architectural experience. Here are two Pinterest boards with so many photos of modern homes and buildings that the possibilities for browsing are practically endless.

Modern Architecture
This particular Pinterest is dedicated to the more traditional styles of modern architecture. Frank Lloyd Wright homes feature wall-to-wall windows and natural elements that bring the outside in, while minimalist buildings designed by more current architects offer a tour of some of the very best modern structures from around the world.

Futuristic Architecture
If you take your love of modern architecture a step further, this board features homes so unique that they’re almost futuristic. Some of these buildings actually exist in cities around the world, while others are simply dreamed up and drawn in a cartoon-like way. Buildings like the twisted Cayan Tower in Dubai and the proposal for the open Hong Kong Alternative Car Park Tower, with its sides cut open in a way that almost looks like the building is sliced in half, are just a few of the fascinating buildings on this board.

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Calling All Artists: Check Out These Drawing Tips and Tutorials on Pinterest!

June 18, 2015 by

You love to draw, but taking an art class might be too time-consuming. Just like with most things, you can find everything you need to improve your art skills right on the Internet! Pinterest boasts a number of drawing tutorials, painting tips, and other ways to connect with experienced artists without leaving the comforts of your own laptop.

Drawing Tutorials
If you’re a visual learner looking for a bit of assistance improving your sketches, the Drawing Tutorials board on Pinterest can help. This board is filled with links to videos that will show you the mechanics of drawing landscapes, sketching the details of a person’s lips, and even creating beautiful drawings on a chalkboard.

Draw
You don’t particularly need to watch instructional videos, but you could use a bit of guidance when it comes to drawing. This board contains endless sources of drawing inspiration, as well as diagrams and daily assignments to help you improve your drawing skills. You can also use the additional tabs at the top to browse the Draw board by doodles, anime, sketches, or whichever type of drawing that you’re most interested in.

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Love Birdwatching? Download These Apps!

July 24, 2014 by

Are you an avid birdwatcher who’s always looking for new birding resources? Lucky for tech-savvy birdwatchers, smartphone apps can help you identify birds, keep track of birds you see on your watches, and even record particularly interesting calls. Here are two great apps for birdwatching.

Peterson Backyard Birds
The Peterson Backyard Birds app is a complete field guide to the birds of North America, enabling users to identify more than 160 common types of birds. This app is ideal for the beginning birdwatcher because it helps to identify the most basic types of birds seen from most backyards, and it provides detailed illustrations of each bird’s appearance. There are even samples of each bird’s call for further help identifying it in the wild.

BirdWatching
With gorgeous nature photography and a magazine-style layout, the BirdWatching app is perfect for the more experienced birdwatcher. Lengthy, detailed articles provide information on the migration patterns and natural habitats of many interesting types of birds, while the ID Tool Kit offers helpful tips and tricks for identifying birds in your watches. If you’re a fan of BirdWatching magazine, you’ll love getting the same wonderful content right on your smartphone.

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3 Must-Read Magazines for Art Enthusiasts

March 7, 2014 by

Art lovers know there is nothing like seeing a work in person, but with these excellent magazines you can get pretty close to experiencing the detail of the piece. Stay connected to the art world and get a chance to see work you haven’t been able to see up close with the well written articles and photo spreads. Discover new talent you haven’t heard of and see what your favorite artists are working on next.

Smithsonian
What better place to get a deeper look at the artists and artwork that has shaped American history than with Smithsonian magazine? Immerse yourself in articles about past and current work and view pictures of exhibitions and collections, all while staying in touch with the modern art world.

Hi-Fructose
Stay in the know about the current art scene with a digital subscription to Hi-Fructose. This compendium of modern art and artists gives you a monthly dose of what’s hot. Find exhibit and show info while following your favorite current artists' careers.

ARTnews
Each copy of ARTnews is packed with insightful articles about current art trends, highlights of past works, and investigations into different areas of the art world. Read it to become a knowledgeable patron, collector — or both.

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Keeping Busy After Retirement: 5 Engaging Hobbies

May 16, 2013 by

Many new retirees find themselves wondering how to fill their days. Here are some simple and rewarding hobbies for retirees:

Handcrafts
Hobbies like wood carving, weaving, and knitting harken back to simpler times when families had to make much of what they used by hand. These hobbies produce useful results, exercise our brains in important ways, and keep fingers limber.

Writing
Taking a writing class or joining a writing group is an opportunity to develop your skills and creativity as well as make social connections. Write memoirs, poetry, even letters, and be sure to keep a copy of what you’ve written.

Teach a Class
Experience the satisfaction of sharing your skills and passion with other people. Talk to activity coordinators at local libraries, senior centers, and community colleges about what you can offer them.

Sports
Many fitness and senior centers offer special programs for adults 50 and over. From swimming to table tennis, you’ll find that opportunities abound for fitness and fun.

Music
Playing music is fun and keeps your mind and body active. Consider taking up that instrument you've always wanted to play!

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