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.
DIY
May 14, 2020

People Stuck in Quarantine Are Making Cardboard Tanks for Their Cute Cats

From an art museum for gerbils to a restaurant for squirrels, it seems that many people have spent their time in lockdown making things for the animals in their lives. And now there's a new craze that’s emerged amongst crafty cat owners—cardboard cat tanks. It’s a known fact that cats love playing in cardboard boxes, but they also enjoy jumping out from their hiding places to give you a fright.

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Drawing
May 5, 2020

Artist Illustrates Everyday Life With His Wife and 1-Year-Old Daughter in Relatable Comics

While most families document their lives through photos, Tel-Aviv-based illustrator Yehuda Devir captures heartwarming daily moments through art. His ongoing comic series, One of Those Days, gives a peek into the life he shares with his wife Maya and their little daughter, Ariel. When we last shared his work, the cute couple had just welcomed baby Ariel into their lives, showcased by adorable illustrations that any first-time parent would relate to.

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Food Art
April 20, 2020

Japanese Baker Creates “Invisible” Pie You Can Easily Make at Home

At first glance, this lemon tart by Japanese twitter user @tomeinohito looks like the beginnings of a delicious dessert with an ordinary pie crust, except it has a dollop of whipped cream that appears to be floating in mid-air. You might be wondering what type of sorcery this is and where the lemon flavor comes in. Take a closer look and you’ll notice the “invisible” filling.

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My Modern Met

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