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.
Inspiring
September 12, 2018

15+ Inspiring Before & After Photos of Sharply Dressed and Proudly Rehabilitated Men

Since 2011, Sharp Dressed Man has been “helping men get back on their feet to live a better life.” Aiming to assist rehabilitated individuals as they re-enter the workforce, this Baltimore-based non-profit offers donated suits and life-changing makeovers to men in need. Sharp Dressed Man was founded by Christopher and Seth Schafer, a father-son duo who designs high-end suits.

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Photography
September 7, 2018

Dynamic Underwater Photos Look Like Dramatic Baroque Paintings

Art from the Baroque period is known for its exquisite compositions and ethereal use of light. While it may seem as if oil paints are the only medium that can achieve this aesthetic, visual artist Christy Lee Rogers proves that underwater photography can be just as powerful in her dynamic series, Muses. Featuring swirls of intertwined figures and flowing drapery, each striking photograph looks like a 17th-century painting come to life.

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Creative Products
August 31, 2018

15 Delightful Gifts Perfect for People Who Love Impressionism

For decades, people have been drawn to Impressionism, an art movement founded on an interest in capturing fleeting impressions of everyday life. While you may think you need to visit world-class collections to celebrate the work of the Impressionists, this selection of unique gifts proves that there are plenty of creative ways to immerse yourself in the movement.

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Art History
August 26, 2018

The Controversial Life and Art of Post-Impressionist Painter Paul Gauguin

Artist Paul Gauguin is an important figure in modern art. Together with Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Cézanne, the French painter pioneered Post-Impressionism, a movement that emerged in the 1890s. Like his fellow Post-Impressionists, Gauguin was interested in exploring the mind of the artist. While Van Gogh is known for his brushstrokes and Cézanne is renowned for his compositions, Gauguin is traditionally celebrated for his avant-garde color palette—a bright blend of tones inspired by trips to Tahiti.

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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.