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.
Art
February 28, 2017

Artist’s Paintings of Women in Nature Are Unbelievably Photorealistic

New York-based Israeli painter Yigal Ozeri is a master of photorealism. For over 25 years the talented painter has developed his work, pushing the boundaries of photorealistic painting. Ozeri is known for his large-scale oil paintings of beautiful women set in vast expanses of nature. Sun-drenched, their ethereal beauty shines through the artist's portraits.

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Architecture
February 25, 2017

Detailed Freehand Architectural Sketches Showcase Incredible Skill

In this digital age, it's refreshing to see that some people are continuing to learn their craft by taking pencil to paper. Architecture student Adelina Gareeva showcases her detailed freehand architectural sketches via her Instagram, allowing followers to see her progress as a student. Gareeva, who is also a model, currently studies at the Kazan State University of Architecture and Engineering (KSUAE).

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Architecture
February 22, 2017

10 Must-See Sites of Iran’s Historical Architecture

Bursting with rich history, Iran's architecture helps weave a tale of the country's long, Persian culture. Decorative tile work and ingenious feats of engineering are hallmarks of Persian architecture throughout the centuries. And with twenty UNESCO World Heritage Sites, there is no shortage of monuments to visit. From elaborate mosques to sprawling desert cities, the breadth and variety of historical architecture in Iran is stunning.

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Drawing
February 20, 2017

Powerful Architectural Illustrations Visually Interpret Mental Illnesses

Italian illustrator Federico Babina has turned his attention from movies stars and fairy tale characters to the deep emotions felt by those experiencing mental illness. In his new series Archiatric, Babina's architectural illustrations demonstrate a deep understanding and empathy for sufferers of psychological disorders. Through 16 drawings, Babina gives visual representation to some of the mental illnesses that affect millions daily.

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