Posts by Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Staff Writer at My Modern Met. Originally from Northern Ireland, she is an artist now based in Berlin. After graduating with a BA in Fashion and Textile Design in 2013, Emma decided to combine her love of art with her passion for writing. Emma has contributed to various art and culture publications, with an aim to promote and share the work of inspiring modern creatives. While she writes every day, she’s also devoted to her own creative outlet—Emma hand-draws illustrations and is currently learning 2D animation.
Installation
February 25, 2025

Psychedelic “Wonderland” Installation Celebrates Creativity and Connection

At Quoz Arts Fest 2025 in Dubai, ENESS’ Forest Dancer installation transformed a contemporary architectural space into a psychedelic wonderland. The exhibition—spanning over 600 square meters (about 6,458 square feet)—invited viewers to move freely, while taking in the space’s pulsating lights and sounds. The temporary, immersive exhibition welcomed guests last month through a gigantic, 9-meter-tall archway adorned with illuminated pixelated patterns.

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Good News
February 19, 2025

87-Year-Old Widower Goes Viral for Hand-Delivering Party Invitations, Saying “4 PM Until the Cops Arrive”

Making friends can be hard, especially as adults. But 87-year-old Doug Turner doesn’t let age stand in the way of having a good time. The Bucks County, Pennsylvania, resident recently went viral after personally delivering a hand-made invitation to his “Winter Party” to his neighbor, Michelle Hernandez. Her home security camera captured the endearing moment, marking the beginning of a new friendship.

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Art
February 18, 2025

Tufting Artist Creates Bold and Beautiful Wall Art With Vibrant Yarn

Artist David Nott takes tufting to a whole new level, turning the traditional carpet-making technique into bold, eye-catching wall art. Inspired by abstract patterns and vibrant colors, he uses a tufting gun to create fluffy, tactile textile art that adds a playful, psychedelic touch to any home. Nott starts by designing his pieces in Adobe Illustrator, where he maps out his patterns before bringing them to life in fluffy, textured form.

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My Modern Met

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