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What do biology, oceanography, and astronomy have in common? They're all fields of study under investigation by rad scientists! And they're also the subjects of beautifully illustrated posters by the Brainstorm Print Shop, a two-person design studio spearheaded by Jason Snyder and Briana Feola.

Jason and Briana set out to create art to "charm, humor, and educate" — and that's certainly what these science prints do. From whimsical cell diagrams to a mod, minimalist cross section of the Earth's atmosphere, you'll love all of these nods to science for your home.

They may act tough when it's on the pages of the latest comic book or when you're rewatching a favorite sci-fi film for the 73 time, but superheroes and geek legends have feelings too! The Super Emo Friends prints from J Salvador look back at all the times when even a geek icon just can't look on the bright side of things. Take a look at our favorite tongue-in-cheek emo prints, and let us know which superhero you'd like to see show their vulnerable side in one of these pieces of art.

Science may not have always been the coolest course to study in school, but geeks are definitely having their moment now. It's never been more cool to be a geek, especially one that can spout off science facts, space stats, and do complicated equations in their heads. Fact is, brains are sexy, so show off your affinity for the sciences with one of these periodic table art pieces. Just displaying them isn't enough, though — a legit geek would know the elements by heart.

The idea of video games getting the feature-length treatment isn't revolutionary, but these video game movie posters from Etsy artist Ron Guyatt are. Combining a vintage feel with a propaganda-inspired esthetic makes titles like Tetris, Halo, and Deadspace look like they'd be pretty badass on the big screen.

The prints are 13 inches by 19 inches, which can make a nice addition to your wall, but combining a few in one area can create a bold art instillation for any video game fanatic. Ron Guyatt's shop has a smashing deal going on right now — buy six posters for just $60. See? Perfect timing.

Check out a few of our favorites in the gallery!

Winter may be a distant memory for us now, but remind yourself that it is, in fact, coming again with the geek-approved Direwolf Game of Thrones letterpress poster ($35).

Inspired by the House of Stark's crest, this poster comes in a geometric collage of cool-toned hues with the signature line of "Winter is coming" printed in the mix of triangles and shapes. It's a beautiful piece, one that you would be proud to hang no matter the season.

We already know math, as much as number haters want to hate, can make for some memorable movie story lines. Looking beyond cinematic glory, have you ever noticed the occurrences of geometry and algebra in the works of art that make up museums and count among the wonders of the world? From the pyramids of Egypt to the bracelet adorning your wrist today, prepare to have your mind blown by the way ancient math formulas are mirrored in artworks.

The Creators Project, a revolutionary partnership between Intel and Vice magazine, invaded San Francisco's waterfront Fort Mason Center this weekend with an extravaganza of tech-driven art, film, music, artist talks, panel discussions, and creative workshops. Dedicated to supporting artists in realizing their creative visions through technology, the event was an astounding showcase of mind-tripping, interactive installations that entertained geeks and art lovers alike. And since no good fest is complete without dance-demanding, fist-pumping beats, much-anticipated LCD Soundsystem alumni James Murphy, Pat Mahoney, and Nancy Whang, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Squarepusher also headlined a 10-act musical lineup. The project, which has united more than 150 artists from around the world in its three-year history, drew more than 25,000 attendees over two days.

Didn't make it to the event? Watch out for it this year when it returns to Paris, São Paulo, Beijing, Seoul, and New York. But first, experience it all vicariously with a few awe-inspiring photos and glimpse some of the impressive artwork that was shown.

Photos courtesy Bryan Derballa and Jason Henry

Ralph McQuarrie, artist, and the first person hired by George Lucas to conceptualize the Star Wars universe, passed away this weekend at age 82. When George had a hard time selling a science fiction film to Hollywood studios, he turned to Ralph to paint the beautifully detailed characters, locations, and action scenes to show executives the films were much more than a space-based fairy tale.

George remembered his film partner in a statement: "Beyond the movies, his artwork has inspired at least two generations of younger artists — all of whom learned through Ralph that movies are designed. Like me, they were thrilled by his keen eye and creative imagination, which always brought concepts to their most ideal plateau."

Ralph later went on to create the concept art for other famous adventure films, including Back to the Future, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and E.T.. See a few of his most memorable paintings brought to life in Star Wars.

Source: Ralph McQuarrie Facebook

Whether you're a glasses-wearing geek or just a fan of the four-eyes trend, these Etsy prints make for great, original wall decor. Step up your desk design with fun eyewear art. From black and white hipster prints to a Harry Potter design, one of these is sure to suit your taste in spectacles.