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.
Gift Guide
May 20, 2023

16 Subscription Boxes for Father’s Day That Will Make Dad’s Heart Sing

As Father's Day approaches, it's time to start thinking about the perfect gift to let your dad know how much you care. What if you could get your dad something that would make him feel special each month? A subscription box is a perfect way to get a gift that keeps on giving. And with so many options available, you'll be sure to find something that will pique your dad's interest.

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Science
May 19, 2023

Can You Smell When Rain Is Coming? Science Says Some People Can and Some Can’t

Are you one of those people who can leave the house on a summer day and swear that you smell rain in the air? The world is firmly divided into two camps—those whose nose can detect when rain is on the way and those who think that capability is utter nonsense. While not everyone can smell the rain before it begins, there is actually scientific evidence that some people do possess this capability.

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Quiz
May 18, 2023

Name That Sculpture! Test Your Art Knowledge [Quiz]

It's time for another quiz to test your art history knowledge. This week we're focusing on sculpture in a quiz that will ask you about famous artworks across different periods of history. People, places, and titles are all on the menu as you'll be shown an image of a famous sculpture and asked to answer two questions about it.

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