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.
Science
April 18, 2019

Scientists Analyze Ancient DNA to Solve Mystery of Who Built Stonehenge

Shrouded in mystery, Stonehenge is among the world's most famous ancient ruins. The prehistoric monument has perplexed archaeologists for years, culminating in endless theories about who built it and how. Finally, however, there appear to be some concrete clues to the case, as scientists believe they have discovered important information about its builders.

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Creative Products
April 9, 2019

10 Unique Teapots Steeped in Originality

Are you a tea lover with a taste for the unusual? If so, you're going to love what we've brewed up for you! With this collection of unique teapots, you can treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind cuppa each time you pour. Far from typical, these teapots are steeped in originality. A few are animal-shaped, allowing you and a lovable llama, adorable elephant, and whimsical whale to enjoy tea for two.

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Portrait Photography
April 1, 2019

Photographer Captures the Magic of Childhood in Enchanting Portraits of Her Young Sons

Sometimes, discovering your creative calling is a matter of finding the right muse. That was the case for Iwona Podlasińska, an architect who realized her passion for photography when she became a mother. Now, years after kickstarting her career as a photographer, Podlasińska still finds inspiration in the subjects that started it all: her two young sons.

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Creative Products
March 25, 2019

Beautiful Van Gogh Notecards Let You Channel the Artist’s Love of Letter-Writing

First and foremost, Vincent van Gogh is known for his prolific portfolio. During his short career, the Dutch artist produced over 2,000 artworks, including 900 paintings and 1,100 drawings. In addition to art, however, Van Gogh adopted another hobby during his lifetime: letter-writing. “If it’s not a letter I’m writing but a drawing I’m doing,” the artist noted in one of 651 letters addressed to his brother.

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My Modern Met

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