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.
Drawing
March 12, 2020

Artist Illustrates ‘Fear’ as a Misunderstood Monster That Just Needs Love and Acceptance

Most of us have experienced feeling fear at some point or another, but some people suffer from daily, overwhelming anxiety that stops them from living life to the fullest. Whether it stems from a specific trauma or a lifelong mental health condition, learning to live with and understand our fears can help combat the intense, all-encompassing emotions they bring.

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Drawing
March 9, 2020

Designer Creates Hilarious Travel Posters for America’s National Parks Based on Their 1-Star Reviews

While most people would agree that America’s beloved National Parks are full of natural beauty, other—less-outdoorsy—types are left disappointed at what nature has to offer. In fact, some people have gone so far as to leave cynical reviews of their experiences online. After discovering these 1 star reviews, designer Amber Share decided to create a series of hilarious travel posters for all 61 parks, featuring the Internet’s funniest, snarky comments.

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Sculpture
February 28, 2020

Brilliantly Crafted Porcelain Flowers That Look Like Real Beautiful Blooms

If you’ve ever looked carefully at a flower, you know that each type has its own unique form and intricate petal patterns. New York-based artist Owen Mann celebrates the diverse beauty of nature with his realistic clay flowers and succulents. Each piece can either lay flat or be used as a unique wall hanging, allowing you to have a little piece of nature that will last forever.

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Sculpture
February 24, 2020

Artist Turns Nuts, Bolts, and Scrap Metal Into Life-Size Animal Sculptures

While most of us dispose of old car parts and unused cutlery at the dump, Aloha, Oregon-based artist Brian Mock turns scrap metal into fantastic outdoor sculptures. He collects use and discarded materials—such as screws, nuts, and bolts—and assembles them into human and animal forms. Mock has been exploring a number of artistic practices from an early age, but discovered his love of upcycling art in the 1990s.

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