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.
Furniture
August 19, 2021

Feline-Friendly Furniture Gives Cats a Seat at the Table and Makes Them the Centerpiece

Those that share their home with a feline friend know that cats are curious creatures. They might act aloof, but most house cats want to be near us, even if it’s just to watch what we’re doing. With this in mind, Japanese retailer Dinos released a table designed for both humans and cats to sit together. The all-natural oak table features a perch underneath it, and a hole in the center of the tabletop.

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Photography
August 11, 2021

“Then and Now” Portraits of Celebrities With Their Younger Selves

If you could go back in time and meet your younger self, wouldn’t you want a photo to remember the bizzaro moment? Graphic designer Ard Gelinck uses Photoshop as a sort of time machine, creating images that appear as though celebrities are hanging out with their past selves. He combines existing photos of famous faces into one seamless “then and now” shot, revealing how they’ve aged over time.

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Style
August 9, 2021

Loving Brother Handcrafts Incredible Prom Dress for His Sister After His Family Couldn’t Afford One

There’s nothing quite like the unbreakable bond between siblings, but there’s one brother in the Philippines who recently went above and beyond for his sister. Maverick Francisco Oyao decided to undertake an epic fashion project when he discovered his family couldn’t afford to rent a prom dress for his younger sister, Lu Asey Keanna Oyao.

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