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.
Installation
December 23, 2025

Colorful Field of 8,800 Mirrored Flowers Celebrates the Diversity of the Netherlands

During Dutch Design Week 2025, Ulrike Jurklies and Paul Bas of studio mo man tai presented Reflecting Diverseness, a vibrant installation made up of 8,800 mirrored flowers crafted from upcycled waste materials. Each flower represents one in every 2,000 Dutch residents, coming together to form a colorful portrait of a society that is richly diverse and interconnected.

Read Article

Health
December 19, 2025

Scientists and Psychologists Agree That Life Gets Better Once You Start Practicing Gratitude

While some people say their school years were the best of their lives, others believe life only gets better with age. Spanish psychologist and author Rafael Santandreu offers a different take, arguing that the “best stage” of life isn’t tied to how old you are—it begins the moment you shift your mindset toward gratitude, and that can happen at any time. “Many people think that the best stage of life is childhood or youth.

Read Article

Good News
December 15, 2025

Actor Dick Van Dyke Turns 100 and Shares His Secret to Living a Long and Healthy Life

Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday on December 13, and the legendary actor has surprisingly simple advice for living a long life. According to the Mary Poppins star, a positive mindset is key—and science backs him up. Living a long and healthy life depends on many factors, from genetics to lifestyle choices. However, research increasingly shows that mindset matters too.

Read Article

Music
December 12, 2025

Electric Forest Festival Announces 100 Artists for Its Initial 2026 Lineup

Michigan’s annual Electric Forest returns to Rothbury on June 25–28, 2026, and the festival has just revealed its first lineup. With its mix of music, art, and woodland magic, Electric Forest is all about connection, adventure, and discovery. This year’s 100-artist bill covers everything from electronic and indie to jam and global sounds, offering an exciting glimpse of what next year’s Forest Family can expect.

Read Article

My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.