Illuminating the Perils of Pollution

William Eggleston's Chromes, DIY snowmakers, French erotica and more in our look at the web this week

The New York Times presents a striking photo essay on ocean pollution, highlighted by the natural bioluminescence of its inhabitants. As many as 90% of sea creatures make their own light, and the seemingly magical skill is helping to shed light on the muck invading their space.

Guns For Goalposts

William Eggleston's Chromes, DIY snowmakers, French erotica and more in our look at the web this week

Over the past year Art Info journalist Tyler Green has been linking the news to correlating works of art on his blog 3rd of May. This week Green smartly illustrated the headline stating Brazil’s intention to give free 2014 World Cup tickets to citizens that turn in their glocks (which will be destroyed to make goalposts) with Kester’s 2001 sculpture “Throne of Weapons.”

Mister Handsome

William Eggleston's Chromes, DIY snowmakers, French erotica and more in our look at the web this week

The latest short from director Jason Wishnow explores some very timely topics of employment, love and sanity. The hilarious and dark romantic comedy features some first-class acting and is sure to prompt reflection on where your life is headed.