Posts by Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou is 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.
Creative Products
June 5, 2019

These Quirky Enamel Pins Let You Accessorize with Your Favorite Artists

If you love all things quirky, look no further than The Unemployed Philosophers Guild. Specializing in “smart and funny gifts for smart and funny people,” this team of designers crafts creative products with an artistic spin, including a batch of cute and clever artist enamel pins. These eye-catching accessories are a great way to wear art on your sleeve—or, more fittingly, your lapel.

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Landscape Photography
June 1, 2019

Interview: Former Musician Captures Silent Serenity of Iceland’s Majestic Mountains

Budapest-based photographer Gábor Nagy has cultivated a special connection to nature. Though he currently calls Hungary's most bustling city home, Nagy never misses the opportunity for an outdoor excursion. In addition to stunning Central European sites like the Dolomites and the Alps, his travels have taken him to the arctic, where he has captured striking photos of Iceland from above. Shot from a drone, these aerial photos capture the country's captivating terrain and, above all else, its inherently emotive landscape.

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Architecture
May 30, 2019

French Senate Decides Notre-Dame Must Be Restored to Look Exactly as It Did Before the Fire

In April, a devastating fire destroyed Notre-Dame Cathedral‘s medieval roof and iconic spire. As firefighters extinguished the blaze, people were left wondering how the government would go about repairing the world-famous church. This uncertainty, however, was short-lived; just two days after the fire, Prime Minister Édouard Philippe announced that France would be holding an international competition to decide the new design.

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Art History
May 27, 2019

6 Facts About Gertrude Stein, One of Modern Art’s Most Important Collectors

Few collectors have had as great an impact on modern art as Gertrude Stein. Living and liaising in early 20th-century Paris, Stein had connections to some of the period's most important artists. Her close-knit relationships with figures like Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse enabled her to foster incredible friendships while building a world-famous art collection. Curious to learn more about the exceptional life and work of Gertrude Stein?

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My Modern Met

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