The hobo nickel is a sculptural art form involving the creative modification of small-denomination coins, essentially resulting in miniature portraits carved on coins. The nickel, because of its size, thickness, and relative softness, was a favored coin for this purpose.
Because this was relatively cheap art to make and because those who were good at it good make a pretty penny (no pun intended), this medium was particularly popular among hobos, hence the name!
|
These Spellbinding Photos Will Make You Believe in Magic
This young artist combines photography and photo-manipulation to create surrealistic and magical worlds.
Some Ceilings Keep You Dry, Some Make You GASP
Some ceilings were meant to be admired...
The World is Full of Beautiful Opera Houses!
Each of these opera houses is more beautiful and resplendent than the last.
These 20 Cute Bonsai Are a Cut Above the Average Tree
Trust the Japanese to have the most beautiful miniature trees in the world. These 20 bonsai's are so fabulous!
If You Love Flowers, This Show is the Place to Be!
The Chelsea flower show is a must for any flower lover. There is so much to see and smell!
The Song 'Hallelujah' Was Crying Out to Be Sung by Il Divo
Here's a rare rendition that you won't forget in a hurry...
MUSIC BOX: These Johnny Cash Songs are Just Wonderful
Johnny Cash uniquely crossed several important genres of all-American music. His influence is impossible to underestimate. Enjoy this selection of 20 greats!
Stunning! These Pencil Drawings Look Like Photographs
Emanuele Dascanio is a true master of his craft, creating incredibly realistic graphite pencil and charcoal portraits.
Whoa! Witness the Perfect Blend of Humor and Magic
You've simply got to see this hilarious magic show about a sad man trying to drink away his troubles...
Justin and Jeremy - The Dynamic Twin Duo!
These twins just love their music and dancing - and so will you!
The Secrets Behind Today's Special Effects...
Can you believe this movie set was made of sculptures?
Wow! Who Knew Wood and Resin Could Make Great Jewelry?
In 2015, Miha Debeljak decided to take up woodwork as a hobby to create some stunning jewelry. Check out some of her artworks here!
The Grace in This Performance Is Jaw-Dropping
This beautiful combination of dancing and acrobatic performance will totally take your breath away. Be sure to watch it right now.
This Family Makes Art. The Beach is Their Canvas
This family creates art together! Imagine what it would be like to wander on the beach and see their work in progress.
The Blindfolded Swordsman - Intense!
Aaron Crow follows a long line of circus performers on the show, with a dangerous act that leaves the judges speechless.
Artist Creates Incredibly Detailed 3D Paintings on Glass
The detail in these incredible 3D glass paintings of animals is unbelievable! See for yourself...
If I Didn't See This Artist At Work, I'd Never Believe Him!
Italian Artists Marcello Barenghi can create the most astoundingly realistic-looking hand drawings.
These Miniatures are Worth Their Weight in Gold...
Jon Almeda's miniature creations are worth their weight in gold...
It's Amazing What 4 Cellos Can Achieve Together!
Enjoy an incredible mix of classical music and modern tempo when 4 cellists start playing together!
Colorful Watercolor Paintings Depict Venice Beautifully
Check out these stunning water color paintings of Venice by Maja Wrońska.
These Paintings Perfectly Capture the Essence of the Ocean
These seascapes are hypnotizing. Check out the astounding work of Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky.
This Watercolor Animal Art Is Expressive and Whimsical
Artist Luqman Reza creates expressive animal paintings using watercolor paint. His artwork is truly stunning.
15 Incredible Paintings That Every Art Lover Must Know...
Here are some of the greatest paintings in art history. What do they mean to you?
The Bold and Powerful Paintings of Georgia O’Keeffe
Georgia O’Keeffe was a talented American painter well-remembered for her bold and vivid works of flowers and desert landscapes.
Who Knew Tea Bags Could be Used to Create Great Art?
Ruby Silvious is an artist from New York who uses tea bags as her diary. Check out her amazing work!
This 91-Year-Old's Beautiful Portraits Touch Our Souls
Why feel bitter about aging when you could just enjoy life? This is the lesson of some wonderful artwork from a mother and son team from Canada.
Il Divo's Astound All With Their Elvis Presley Tribute
Male vocal group Il Divo give Elvis the respect his songs deserve.
André Rieu Surprises Again with a Musical Extravaganza!
The Zandvoort racetrack in the Netherlands is an unexpected venue for a classical music performance, but conductor and violinist André Rieu recently captivated the audience.
André Rieu Welcomes Spring With Angelic Music!
A gorgeous musical performance by renowned Dutch musician Andre rieu.
You've Never Seen a Magic Act Like This Before!
This young man stuns an entire audience with his innovative and mind-boggling close-up magic tricks.
Stunning! This Miniature Bird Art is Made from Paper
Check out this stunning miniature bird art.
WATCH: Bocelli Stuns Audience With An Amazing Surprise
Legendary tenor, Andrea Bocelli, does a wonderful job accompanying the lost voice of Edith Piaf in a glorious and totally unique performance.
So Satisfying! Watch a Destroyed Painting Come to Life
Watch this nearly destroyed portrait come back to life as a restoration expert walks you through the process of mending the beautiful artwork
This Unique Art Works Mimic Life in a Beautiful Way
These insects may look real, but they are made entirely out of bamboo.
The Art of Szilajka Erzsebet Uses Only Pebbles to Make Us!
Szilajka Erzsebet is an artist from Hungary who is inspired by the beauty of nature and uses pebbles to assemble stunning scenes.
I Can Guarantee You've Never Seen a Ballet Like This One...
This world famous ballet dancer has taken it upon himself to create an almost perfect new ballet dance.
This Stunning Chapel in Naples Will Leave You in Awe
This chapel looks more like a museum than a church. Take a look at its stunning sculptures here.
Amazing! This Chinese Duet Can Dance Like No Other
Gao Lin and Liu Xin leave the judges speechless with their amazing dance act on Asia's Got Talent.
Watch These Guys Dance From the 1950s to Modern Age
See this dance troupe perform incredible dances that represent the ages from the 1950s to now.
This Young Violinist Will Treat Your Ears to Heaven...
watch as 11 year old Tyler Butler-Figueroa wows the judges of America's Got Talent with his violin music.
These 3D Paintings Appear to Pop Out Of the Sidewalk!
This has to be the most unique street art you'll ever see. This Russian artist's incredible work appears to come alive out of sidewalks in major cities.
Watch: This Visual Dance Act Is Out of This World!
The amazing dancing couple, Another Kind of Blue, bring new and exciting techniques to Britain’s Got Talent.
5 Hyper-Realistic Drawings That Just Seem IMPOSSIBLE
Prepare to be amazed by these incredibly lifelike drawings.
Farewell Tina: 24 Hits of the Incredible Diva Tina Turner
We invite you to celebrate Tina Turner's life and legacy by enjoying her 24 unforgettable hits that will continue to inspire generations to come.
In Under 2 Minutes, This Artist Will Blow You Away!
This amazing painter is going to astound you, just give him 90 seconds...
When Art Meets Nature, Beauty Is Born
This artist creates gorgeous cutout art on the most unexpected canvas - leaves - and photographs his artworks in nature