Posts by Katie Hosmer

Art
April 10, 2014

Portrait of Jackie Chan Made Out of 64,000 Chopsticks

Whether she's constructing innovative food creations or building portraits with coffee stains or dyed flowers, artist Hong Yi, aka Red is always up to something fantastic. For her most recent project, the artist wanted to use something meaningful to celebrate actor and martial arts master Jackie Chan's 60th birthday this year. So, she chose chopsticks–a symbol of the Chinese culture–as the medium with which to create this masterful portrait.

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Creative Products
April 8, 2014

My Modern Shop Spotlight – Buddy Bravo’s Inspirational Posters

Denver-based artist Buddy Bravo's gorgeous illustrations are paired with motivational quotes that inspire viewers to really appreciate the world around us. Sing in the shower; catch a raindrop; dance with yourself; all of the playful ideas encourage a positive attitude towards life. Influenced by 1920s and '30s style, each concept features the rich colors and geometric shapes of Art Deco designs.

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Photography
April 7, 2014

Changing NYC Storefronts Documented Across a Decade

New York City is constantly moving and changing. Walking along the same exact city block can be an entirely different experience from week to week, with new stores and restaurants popping up all the time. Ten years ago, photographers James and Karla Murray began documenting the unique storefronts that define New York as a wonderfully diverse place to live.

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Art
April 4, 2014

Ornate Carpets Recreated as Modern Sculptures

Through handmade craftmanship, multimedia artist Faig Ahmed creatively explores the ornate patterns and traditional designs of Azerbaijan carpets. He draws upon the culture and artistic traditions of the country in order to produce his unique and contemporary sculptures. By directly manipulating the wool, Ahmed transforms iconic carpet designs into modern creations.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.