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.
Animals
September 23, 2024

Friendly Fox Regularly Visits London Woman for Playtime, Snacks, and Cuddles

Foxes are famously elusive, but a woman in London has shown that, with patience, even wild animals can learn to trust. A female fox has been making regular visits to Lilly Edith's home, even curling up in her bed for naps. Edith captures the fox’s adorable and often unexpected moments on TikTok, where she has over 9,000 followers. Edith first met Melady the friendly fox during a tough period in her life.

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Crafts
September 18, 2024

Step-By-Step Guide Reveals How to Craft Your Own Matisse-Inspired Paper Collage

To celebrate Henri Matisse’s vibrant paper cut-outs, Kathy Barbro, founder of Art Projects for Kids, recently published a simple, step-by-step tutorial for creating your own Matisse-inspired artwork. Although designed with kids in mind, the tutorial is equally enjoyable for adults. After all, Matisse himself didn’t start exploring collage until the final decade of his life. Matisse’s paper cut-outs are among the most celebrated artworks in history.

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Furniture
September 13, 2024

Wall-Mounted Animal Lamps Bring a Touch of the Wild Indoors

From plant-inspired pillows to mushroom-shaped ceramics, nature’s influence on design is endless. People are constantly finding creative ways to bring the outdoors inside, adding elements of nature to their living spaces to help them connect with the natural world. Canada-based Uncle Lucas Studio helps interior design lovers achieve just that with whimsical wall lamps inspired by animals. Uncle Lucas Studio is a creative partnership led by Lucas, the owner and maker, alongside designer Maya.

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My Modern Met

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