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.
Painting
January 11, 2019

Interview: Museum’s Artist-in-Residence Promotes Conservation with Wildlife Watercolors

Painter Peggy Macnamara is no ordinary watercolorist. As the Chicago Field Museum‘s artist-in-residence, Macnamara's muses include ancient vases, animal specimens, and other priceless artifacts that surround her on a daily basis. This fascinating career has led to an even more unique opportunity, as Macnamara's art now aids in the crucial conservation efforts of the museum's Keller Science Action Center.

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Sculpture
January 9, 2019

Artist Breathes New Life into Old Books by Turning Them into Stacked Sculptures

For years, we've been following Mike Stilkey‘s ever-growing collection of book art. Using disposed and discarded reading material, the Los Angeles-based artist crafts striking sculptures that breathe new life into overlooked stacks of old books. Stilkey's one-of-a-kind creations range in scale, materializing as both table-top arrangements and monumental installations.

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Creative Products
January 2, 2019

11 Quirky Model Kits for Creative Builders

If you consider yourself creative, you've probably honed an array of hands-on handicrafts. If you're looking for a new practice to perfect, model-making is a fun alternative to traditional art—especially when you have a list of quirky kits at your disposal! To show just how fun this craft can be, we've compiled a collection of our favorite creative model kits.

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Art History
December 28, 2018

Older Versions of Hokusai’s ‘Great Wave’ Show Its Surprising Evolution Over Time

Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa is a staple of Japanese art. Created using traditional woodblock printing techniques, the work typifies the ukiyo-e practice. Given its prominence and popularity, you may think that The Great Wave that we know and love is the only one of its kind. However, Katsushika Hokusai actually depicted this subject matter several times throughout his life, culminating in a collection of four similarly themed canvases.

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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.