New Chinese Mythology
Posted in: Art/Design,Asia,Linked
When we think China, we often think of a place steeped in centuries old mythology. But new myths spring up now and again, too.
Communist Opening – the majestic visuals surrounding Communist Opening Day belies a political agenda that’s anything but
Hairman Mao – Zedong’s hidden history comes out of the closet in a Yuan retrofit for the ages. Bald to Bouffant in 60 seconds
New Mao / No Mao – speaking of Mao, Shanghai’s Guangci gives two sides of the man: one in mythmaker sterling silver and another melting grotesquely under the bright lights of historical scrutiny
And shedding light on myths around the globe:
Daily Deforestation – paper dispenser hack connects consumption with its environmental effects
Visualize World Health – lovely visualization highlights where doctors are needed most
War and Weddings – photographer forges credentials and sneaks into places officials would rather forget to shed light on world issues that desperately need solving. It’s people like Mark that make sure we remember
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