Posts by Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou was a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
History
April 19, 2020

The Spellbinding History of Tarot Cards, From a Mainstream Card Game to a Magical Ritual

You don't need the gift of clairvoyance to get a glimpse of tarot cards‘ popularity. For centuries, the illustrated cards have captivated people all over the world, first as a fun game and later as a fortune-telling tradition. Want to learn more about the magic of tarot cards? Here, we take a closer look at the unique practice, including its fascinating etymology, spellbinding history, and contemporary ritual.

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Sculpture
March 15, 2020

5 Illuminating Facts About Dale Chihuly, a Master of Contemporary Glass Art

For nearly 50 years, Dale Chihuly has practiced the glistening art of glassmaking. With his transcendent, jewel-toned sculptures installed in top sites around the world, the American artist has helped transform the age-old craft into an international art form. While you may have gazed at one of Chihuly's sparkling sculptures, you may not know about the man behind the blown glass. Learn more about the contemporary master with these illuminating facts about Dale Chihuly.

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Art History
March 8, 2020

How This 150-Year-Old Painting Freezes a Fleeting Parisian Moment in Time

For a glimpse into fin de siècle Paris, look no further than the work of the Impressionists. Fascinated by contemporary life, these avant-garde artists sought to capture fleeting impressions of their everyday surroundings, which they often rendered in quick, sketch-like strokes. While this style has come to embody Impressionism, not all artists associated with the movement took this approach.

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My Modern Met

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