Posts by Jessica Stewart

Jessica Stewart

Jessica Stewart is a Staff Editor and Digital Media Specialist for My Modern Met, as well as a curator and art historian. Since 2020, she is also one of the co-hosts of the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast. She earned her MA in Renaissance Studies from University College London and now lives in Rome, Italy. She cultivated expertise in street art which led to the purchase of her photographic archive by the Treccani Italian Encyclopedia in 2014. When she’s not spending time with her three dogs, she also manages the studio of a successful street artist. In 2013, she authored the book "Street Art Stories Roma" and most recently contributed to "Crossroads: A Glimpse Into the Life of Alice Pasquini." You can follow her adventures online at @romephotoblog.
Hotels
September 16, 2022

$5-Billion Moon-Shaped Hotel in Dubai Will Let You Experience Outer Space on Earth

Dubai is known for its extravagant architecture and, if Moon World Resorts has its way, a new hotel is set to reshape the most populous city in the UAE. The Canada-based company plans to build four MOON resorts, with the first designated for Dubai. The 735-foot-tall replica of the Moon will include all the amenities one would expect from a luxury resort, as well as special experiences meant to replicate a visit to Earth's satellite.

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Photo Contest
September 14, 2022

Incredible Winners of the 2021 One Eyeland Photography Awards

From over 3,300 images submitted, the One Eyeland Photography Awards has selected its winners. Professional and amateur photographers from 56 countries entered their best photographs, which were judged based on originality and quality of execution. In the end, 23 Camera Trophies, 18 Gold, 53 Silver, 269 Bronze, and 291 Finalists were awarded. Eldon Lau was named Professional Photographer of the Year for his impressive portfolio, which showed the full range of his skills.

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History
September 9, 2022

The Life and Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s Longest-Reigning Monarch

September 8, 2022 was the end of an era. Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully, ending her time as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch. For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth fulfilled her royal duties with stoic pride. As the head of the royal family, she inspired millions as a figure who represented responsibility, duty, and patriotism. Her sense of duty was exemplified by her meeting with new Prime Minister Liz Truss just two days before her death.

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Photo Contest
September 8, 2022

15 Remarkable Shortlisted Images from the 2022 Wildlife Photographer of the Year Contest

Since 1965 the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has been spotlighting global talent and giving the public an inside look at animals around the world. In anticipation of the announcement of this year's winners, the contest has released a sneak preview of select images that are highly commended in their categories.

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