Link Round-Up: December 30, 2011

“1985” by Mike Mitchell

"This is a quasi self portrait of my formative years. "

15 Scientific Facts About Creativity

The 22 Best Infographics We Found In 2011 from Co.Design

Action figure fans have known about DC Direct's upcoming "New 52" figures for awhile, but Mattel will be delivering its share of updated toys in 2012 as well. CBR got a first look at Mattel's second wave of DC All-Stars figures coming in the new year, which will include Superman and the Flash in their "New 52" looks, plus Red Robin and Supergirl (the evil one in the black costume) in costumes from DC's previous continuity.

Gadgets, Games, Robots and the Digital World: 6 illustrations for a book by Dorling Kindesley Limited, a Penguin Company

How to launch a digital comic on iTunes for less than $200.

Imgur picks the best eleven photos of 2011.