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Social Justice
Black Lives Still Matter: Moment of Protest The sense of urgency of the chants the bull horns We say their names for lives stolen, As the same uniforms Beat us in the streets The sense of urgency the batons the tear gas does not choke you slowly We channel that urgency until we reach Black […]
![[Photo Series] Lost and Found: UK Artist My Dog Sighs](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/969791_10151657872331468_1124310848_n.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Art
One of our latest and greatest finds, My Dog Sighs is an innovative and extremely imaginative artist based out of the UK. After discovering his profile on social media, we began to fall in love with his quirky portraiture style, and have been crossing our fingers for an US gallery announcement for 2016. His combination […]
![[Photo Series] The Shocking and Colorful World of Artist Matt Leines](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/le9na.jpg?resize=500%2C375&ssl=1)
Art
Matt Leines is your new favorite artist that you’ve finally discovered. No need to thank us, because his work being in your life alone is plenty of gratitude for us. Viewing Leines’ art is like peering into the life behind the image, yet never understanding the complete story. This creates an interesting and fresh experience […]
![[Photo Series] Traveling Bug: Shibuya and Shinjuku Districts of Tokyo](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/38660582-TOKYO-NOVEMBER-13-Billboards-in-Shinjuku-s-Kabuki-cho-district-November-13-2014-in-Tokyo-JP-The-area-Stock-Photo.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Social Culture
A city filled with a plethora of titillating sensory delights, the districts of Shibuya and Shinjuku are among the great wonders of the world in our eyes. Cafes with robotic servers, mechanical ponies and racy lights will have your head spinning within seconds of taking your first steps into the city. Tokyo is on our […]
Social Culture
Simple, metallic statement piece are what we’re all about. Our latest Woman Crush Wednesday has stolen our dreams and made a jewelry line all about it. Drew Ginsberg of Dylanex designs some of the most incredible jewelry we’ve laid eyes on, from her large necklaces to her intricate chain bracelets and stack-able rings, there is […]
![[Photo Series] | Texts From Your Existentialist](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/FrancescoHayez_ONLINE.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Art
The cynical candor that lies behind Texts From Your Existentialist is a true addiction – the snarky Instagram account combines contemporary art and self-pity in the most beautiful ways, and we can’t get enough.This account will have you doubled over laughing while simultaneously brushing up on your Nietzsche. Meet your new favorite IG account.
![[Photo Series] Traveling Bug: Exuma Islands](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/villas-in-bahamas-musha-cay-at-copperfield-bay-171132-f.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Social Culture
The Exuma Islands of Bahamas are a destination for many families and those celebrating their honeymoons, and it’s no wonder as to why! The beauty of these chain islands is unlike anything we’ve seen – from pink sand beaches to the mysterious wild pigs of the Islands, there are boundless adventures to be had in […]
![[Photo Series] Barcelona Street Artist Pez](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Pez2.jpg?resize=500%2C333&ssl=1)
Art
Famous for his artwork featuring expressive and goofy smiling characters, Pez (or ‘El Pez’) was originally born in Barcelona. Meaning ‘Fish’ in Spanish, Pez initially began tagging his signature in several European cities, and the signature has now evolved to a full line of characters and doodles that are instantly recognizable. From street art to […]
![[Photo Series] Austrian Born Street Artist Nychos](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/tumblr_ncx7kyPqEl1rjgiijo1_12801.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Art
Hailing from Austria, Nychos is our current favorite artist in the graffiti world. He’s been making serious waves with his unique style of weird anatomic art since a teen, and has showcased his art around the world in hundreds of cities. I initially came across his art in person when I visited San Francisco and found […]
![[Photo Series] Paris Street Artist Invader](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/space-invader_image2.jpg?resize=450%2C300&ssl=1)
Art
An artist with a clear affinity for video games, Invader is an artist who definitely wins when it comes to the playful aspect of graffiti. His famous use of mosaics can be found hidden all over the world, and not just because he makes his way around. One of the reasons behind his solid fan base lie […]