Posts by Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Contributing 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.
Good News
November 5, 2021

Bindi Irwin and Her Family Enjoy a Family Adventure in Tasmania

Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell’s daughter, Grace Warrior, recently turned 7 months old, and she’s already a keen adventurer. Following in the footsteps of her late grandad, Steve Irwin, the adorable baby has been enjoying meeting different animals and getting to know the ropes at the family’s Australia Zoo. The Irwins recently took a short break from their responsibilities as wildlife conservationists, though.

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Art
November 3, 2021

Land Artist Leaves Incredible Mosaics Made Entirely of Pebbles All Around Thailand

Using the natural landscape as his canvas, British artist Justin Bateman creates impermanent artwork from found pebbles and stones. The artist now lives in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where he leaves detailed pebble portraits on beaches, in forests, by railways, and up mountains. Each natural-colored stone acts as an individual paint stroke or mark that’s integral to the overall image. On Instagram Bateman plainly says, “Pebbles are my Pixels.

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Toys
November 2, 2021

This 3,955-Piece ‘Home Alone’ LEGO Set Doubles as an Advent Calendar

Do you watch Home Alone every holiday season? The classic Christmas film is well-loved by many, but LEGO Fan Designer Alex Storozhuk is perhaps its biggest fan. He designed an epic Home Alone LEGO set, allowing anyone to build their own miniature McCallister house and recreate iconic moments from the movie. Made from 3,955 pieces, the LEGO Home Alone house is brimming with features that pay homage to the movie franchise.

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Good News
October 29, 2021

Keanu Reeves Gifts His Stuntmen With Personalized Rolex Watches Worth $10,000 Each

Keanu Reeves has often been dubbed “the nicest guy in Hollywood.” He’s humble, down-to-earth, and he even has a private foundation that aids several children’s hospitals and cancer research projects. The Canadian American actor once again showed that he has a heart of gold. He recently gifted each of his John Wick stuntmen with $10,000 Rolex watches as thank-you gifts.

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