Posts by Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Staff Writer and Video Editor at My Modern Met. She earned a BA in Fashion and Textile Design at the University of Ulster in Belfast. Originally from Northern Ireland, she lived in Berlin for many years, where she fostered a career in the arts, dabbling in everything from illustration and animation to music and ceramics. She now calls Edinburgh home, where she continues to work as a writer, illustrator, and ceramicist. Her ceramics, often combined with hand-painted animation frames, capture playful scenes that celebrate freedom and movement, and blend her passion for art with storytelling. Her illustrations have been featured in The Berliner Magazine as well as other print magazines and a poetry book.
Endangered Animals
October 23, 2024

Polish Zoo Celebrates the Arrival of Four Adorable Sumatran Tiger Cubs

Zoo Wroclaw in Poland recently celebrated a major conservation milestone with the birth of four Sumatran tiger cubs, a significant boost for this critically endangered species. Born on July 22, 2024, the zoo waited several weeks before making the announcement of the cubs’ arrival until they were sure they were healthy and likely to survive.

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Oil Painting
October 21, 2024

Still-Life Artist Turns Popular Junk Food Into Oil Paintings That Belong in a Museum

When you think of still-life paintings, you probably imagine Paul Cézanne’s depictions of fruit or maybe even Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers. But the tradition of still-life painting has been around for centuries, long before these masters, and actually continues to thrive today. The everyday objects around us make great subjects for artists—not just to sharpen their skills, but also to capture a moment in time.

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Animals
October 16, 2024

Colorful Stamp Designs Celebrate the Beauty of Endangered Species

Sometimes, revisiting our past creative projects can reveal their lasting value. This is true for Hanoi-based graphic designer and illustrator Lâm Tùng Nguyễn (better known simply as Tùng Nâm). Nearly a decade ago, he designed the Endangered Species Stamp Collection while applying for an internship at a local design agency. Though years have passed, the project remains as relevant today as when it was first created.

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Street Art
October 14, 2024

Street Artist Captures the Chaos of Life Through Vibrant, Expressive Murals

Versailles-based artist L7matrix is known for his expressive street art, with large-scale murals spread across more than 50 countries. Through his vibrant and bold work, he aims to unite people from diverse cultures and regions. L7matrix’s style blends realism with dynamic bursts of color, using spray paint to create sweeping effects that resemble billowing smoke or flames.

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My Modern Met

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