Posts by Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim is the Editor-in-Chief of My Modern Met. In May, 2008, he co-founded the website to create one big city that celebrates creative ideas. His mission is to promote a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.
September 20, 2016

Spectacular Photos Celebrate the Convergence of Art, Science, and Engineering at Beakerhead 2016

Once again, Calgary has successfully hosted Beakerhead—an excellent, immersive event celebrating a smashup of art, science, and engineering. The 4th annual festivities, which ran for five consecutive days last week from September 14-18, boasted an uproarious good time with over 60 distinctive events on the agenda. Attendees were treated to a number of thrilling happenings that ranged from musical performances to hands-on culinary events to interactive art experiences.

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April 25, 2016

Coachella 2016: An Unforgettable Celebration of Music and Art

Coachella has established itself as one of the most famous music and arts festivals in the United States. Over the course of two weekends, the iconic event showcases popular and established musicians, as well as emerging artists. This year's festivities were no exception to the energetic and visually stimulating celebration.

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March 15, 2016

For Love: My Modern Met’s First Book Released Worldwide

Over the last eight years, Alice Yoo and I have had the privilege of both curating and writing about touching stories of ordinary people performing extraordinary acts in the name of love. From parents to children, husbands to wives and pet owners to pets, we've come across profound stories that were both visually stunning and deeply meaningful.

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December 12, 2015

My Modern Met is Searching for a Social Media Assistant

If you've been a fan of My Modern Met and want to go from a casual reader to a contributor, guess what, you're in luck. We're now hiring! It's an exciting time for us as we continue to expand our business. We're looking for applicants who are web-savvy, love all things creative, and want to share their passion with the world.

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