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.
Travel
November 30, 2025

You Can Explore the Wild Peruvian Amazon in a Luxury Riverboat

The epic Amazon Basin covers a vast area of mostly untouched wilderness that remains largely unexplored. Since you can only get there by river, luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent (A&K)has created a way to experience it on their new riverboat, Pure Amazon. Launched in mid-2025, this modern five-star boat takes guests through the wildlife-rich wetlands of the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. The stunning reserve is Peru’s largest protected area, covering 8,000 square miles.

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Oil Painting
November 19, 2025

Vivid Oil Paintings Capture the Ancient Energy of Australia’s Majestic Landscapes

The mountains, rivers, and forests of our world have watched countless generations come and go, and if the land could speak, it would definitely have some stories to tell. Exploring humanity’s connection to the land—past, present, and future—Melbourne-based artist Jack Rowland creates vibrant landscapes that celebrate nature’s ancient beauty. He’s painted a number of different landscapes over the years, but his most recent work focuses on Australia’s vast deserts and mountainscapes.

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Inspiring
November 13, 2025

17-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Person Ever To Pass the California Bar Exam

While most teenagers are still figuring things out, a teen named Sophia Park already achieved her dream of becoming an attorney at the age of 17. She became the youngest person ever to pass the California bar exam, surpassing her brother Peter Park’s previous record. On March 28, District Attorney Tim Ward had the honor of swearing in Sophia as Tulare County’s newest deputy district attorney.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.