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.
Funny
October 26, 2018

People Around the World Are Obsessed With This Plush Shark from IKEA

Meet Blåhaj (Blaha), the soft toy shark from IKEA that has millions of fans around the world. The Swedish furniture brand first started selling the toy in stores a few years ago, but was recently convinced to relaunch it after fans petitioned for a comeback. The friendly-looking shark has now appeared in countless social media posts, and some have even created their own Instagram pages for their plushy pal.

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Gift Guide
October 18, 2018

45 Gifts for Crafters and Makers to Spark Their Imagination

What do you buy the person in your life who can make basically everything themselves? Crafters are famously, well, crafty—meaning they’re always keeping busy with DIY projects and probably have an “idea list” as long as their arm. But no matter how many artistic activities they may have on the go, there’s always room for more.

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Photography
October 15, 2018

Striking Macro Photos Reveal Incredible Scale-Like Patterns of Butterfly Wings

The beauty of a butterfly is often only observed in the blink of an eye or from a distance; however, photographer Chris Perani manages to capture the enchanting insects up close in incredible detail. His macro photography series showcases the microscopic details of butterfly wings, revealing abstract views of their brilliant colors and striking patterns.

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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.