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.
Renaissance Art
October 21, 2019

Exploring Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà,’ a Masterpiece of Renaissance Sculpture

For centuries, the world has been captivated by the groundbreaking art of Michelangelo. Working in multiple mediums, the Italian artist was a true Renaissance man, culminating in an impressive collection of world-famous works that includes the Sistine Chapel ceiling, an iconic interpretation of David, and the Pietà, a monumental marble sculpture of the Madonna cradling Christ. Crafted in the late 15th century, the Pietà remains one of the most beloved sculptures in the world.

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Painting
October 19, 2019

Interview: Expressive Horse Paintings Capture the Creature’s Wild Beauty

Driven by a lifelong love of horses, Jill Soukup has made a name for herself as a well-known Western painter. The Colorado-based artist has developed an unexpectedly expressive style that enables her to capture “the richly kinetic moments that define Western ranch life.” While this painterly treatment has proven effective on a range of ranch-themed subjects, it is particularly striking when paired with horses, as evident in Soukup's Equine series.

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Art History
October 13, 2019

A Detailed Look at Bernini’s Most Dramatically Lifelike Marble Sculpture

In the 17th century, artists in Italy began embracing an increasingly elaborate style. Known as the Baroque movement, this shift toward an ornate, over-the-top aesthetic is evident in both the art and architecture of the time, with master of materials Gian Lorenzo Bernini at the forefront. In addition to designing St. Peter’s Basilica (one of Italy's most important monuments), Bernini was a celebrated sculptor, with The Rape of Proserpina among his most treasured creations.

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Inspiring
October 7, 2019

Homeless Woman Known as “Subway Soprano” Gets Record Deal After Singing Video Goes Viral

Just a few days ago, Emily Zamourka thought that her dreams of finding fame in Los Angles were unattainable. Over the last two years, the 52-year-old Russian immigrant had lost her home and, most poignantly, her precious violin—an instrument that was worth much more than its $10,000 value when it was stolen from her. “It was my treasure, and it was my income, too,” she said. “It was everything.

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My Modern Met

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