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.
Landscape Photography
June 21, 2019

Amazing Infrared Photos Turn Swiss Alps into Majestic Pink and Purple Mountains

When you think of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, you probably imagine sweeping green fields and tranquil blue lakes, but Zak van Biljon’s stunning infrared photography puts a surreal twist on how we typically see the world. His series, Modernising Nature, features vivid pink and red landscapes that invite the viewer to question how we perceive nature. Originally from Cape Town, the talented photographer is now based in Zurich where he captures Switzerland’s epic mountainscapes.

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Street Photography
June 17, 2019

Vibrant Photos Capture the Electric Energy of Tokyo at Night

Tokyo-based photographer Hosokawa Ryohei creatively captures the visually energetic nightlife of the Japanese capital with his camera. His electric nightscapes give a glimpse of the urban jungle and the people who live there through candid snapshots and long exposure images. Rainy nights are lit by electric neon signs, and busy traffic intersections feature streams of tail lights. Each atmospheric image showcases Tokyo’s vibrant energy and constant movement.

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Art
June 13, 2019

Dip-Dyed Macrame Wall Hangings Add a Modern Pop of Color to Any Room

Macrame wall hangings first became an interior design trend during the 1970s, but fiber artist Rianne Zuijderduin of Teddy and Wool modernizes the craft with her stylish, colorful renditions. Handmade by knotting and braiding 100% high quality cotton cords into intricate patterns, each stunning, geometric design features vibrant dip-dyed gradients that bring a pop of color to any room.

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Art
June 8, 2019

6 Artists Who Use Their Art to Promote Ocean Conservation

June 8 marks World Oceans Day—a global celebration of the lungs of our planet, and all the creatures who inhabit it. The worldwide movement aims to raise awareness of the importance of ocean conservation and sustainable actions to counteract the effects of global warming and pollution. Many people around the world are doing their part to save our seas, including contemporary artists.

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