Posts by Eva Baron

Eva Baron

Eva Baron is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. Eva graduated with a degree in Art History and English from Swarthmore College, and has previously worked in book publishing and at galleries. She has since transitioned to a career as a full-time writer. Beyond writing, Eva enjoys doing the daily crossword, going on marathon walks across New York, and sculpting.
History
February 23, 2025

Discover How Japanese Swordsmiths Transform Sand Into Legendary Katanas

From ukiyo-e prints to origami, Japan boasts an astounding range of traditional artforms. One such artform is swordsmithing, a tedious process in which swords such as the legendary katana are made. What renders their construction so labor-intensive is that these swords are, perhaps counterintuitively, composed of sand. Alongside countries like New Zealand, Indonesia, and the United States, Japan is one of several regions in which iron sand can be found.

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Art
February 21, 2025

Enchanting ‘Night Gardens’ Collages Celebrate the Precious Beauty of Night-Blooming Plants [Interview]

Much like an artwork, an ecosystem depends upon precision. It demands the perfect set of elements, functioning in harmony, in order to be effective. This comparison between art and nature isn’t lost on artist Mary Mattingly, whose work primarily focuses on environmental concerns. Throughout her career, Mattingly has been influenced by her upbringing in an agricultural town near Springfield, Massachusetts, where drinking water was polluted by various chemicals.

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Art
February 17, 2025

Frieze Los Angeles 2025: The Sixth Edition of the Iconic International Art Fair Will Open in Late February

From February 20 to February 23, 2025, Frieze Los Angeles will return to Santa Monica Airport for its sixth annual edition. The fair will encompass more than 100 galleries from over 20 countries, while also incorporating an ambitious program of installations and collaborations with nonprofit organizations as well as beloved local restaurants. Since 2019, Frieze LA has offered a critical venue through which to engage with the world’s most innovative contemporary art.

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Architecture
February 16, 2025

Biophilic Residences Inspired by Seoul’s Rich Landscape Beautifully Unite Urban and Natural Amenities

Frank Lloyd Wright had this piece of advice for his students: “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” Even decades after his death, it’s an adage that many architects still follow, uniting the natural and built environments through biophilic design. A new residential concept by UNStudio is yet another manifestation of this impulse.

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