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.
Art
August 21, 2020

Artist Turns Face Masks and COVID-Related Objects Into Miniature Outdoor Adventures

For almost a decade, Japanese artist Tanaka Tatsuya has spent every single day crafting miniature scenes made of everyday objects and tiny figurines. His ongoing Miniature Calendar series sees teeny subjects posed in miniature worlds where broccoli is a tree, a thumbtack is a table, and rice balls are mountains. However, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, Tatsuya has opted for incorporating objects that reflect the “new normal.

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Sculpture
August 16, 2020

Discover the Rich History of the Hobo Nickel and Meet the Artists Keeping the Craft Alive

The term “hobo nickel” might not sound like anything special, but don't be so quick to judge—it's an impressive art form. Named after the people who popularized the craft, hobo nickels were made by wandering “hobos” (people who often traveled by hopping freight trains) in the U.S. during the early 20th century. They would alter classic coins by engraving their own designs onto the circular metal surfaces using knives and other makeshift tools.

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DIY
August 10, 2020

Artist Releases DIY Crochet Pattern for Her Adorable Turtle Toy With Removable Shell

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to crochet, we’ve got the perfect starter project. Kate Kobets (of Toysneed) has created this adorable baby turtle with a removable shell, and she’s selling the DIY pattern and instructions on Etsy. The completed doll makes a great gift for a baby or young child, and anyone can make this super-cute character at home.

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Sculpture
August 4, 2020

Wood and Resin Sculptures Capture the Elegant Beauty of Wild and Free Animals

When it comes to merging materials, wood and resin make the perfect pair for creating eye-catching works of art. Ukrainian artist Yurii Myketka showcases the beautiful possibilities of combining opaque warm wood and translucent epoxy resin to create his minimalist animal sculptures. One of Myketka’s stand-out works is his whale sculpture crafted from acacia wood and blue epoxy resin.

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