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.
Impressionism
March 25, 2019

How Berthe Morisot Broke Barriers to Become the First Female Impressionist

As the catalyst of modern art, it's no surprise that Impressionism remains one of art history's most innovative movements. Impressionist artists are known for their avant-garde approach to brushwork and interest in capturing fleeting impressions of the world around them. In addition to these technical developments, Impressionism was groundbreaking for another reason: its inclusion of women.

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Creative Products
March 20, 2019

Fun Colorful Socks Celebrate the Iconic Graffiti Art of Keith Haring

Celebrated for his colorful contributions to New York City’s 1980s street scene, Keith Haring is one of contemporary art's most  popular figures. While getting your hands on a print or painting by Haring will cost you a pretty penny, you don't need to break the bank to showcase your love for the late, great artist. In fact, with this set of Happy Socks, you can pay homage to Haring with each step you take.

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Installation
March 16, 2019

Monochrome Sculpture Captures the Imaginative Dreams of a Sleeping Child

Belgian artist Hans Op de Beeck creates contemplative installations that blur the line between reality and make-believe. With children as his muse, Op de Beeck explores the imagination and innocence of his subjects. This thought-provoking theme is particularly perceptible in My bed a raft, the room the sea and then I laughed some gloom in me. This life-sized, monochrome sculpture depicts a young girl deep in slumber.

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Creative Products
March 13, 2019

This Albert Einstein Action Figure Pays Homage to the Superhero of Science

Creative company Today is Art Day is on a mission “to make art and art history more fun.” In order to meet this goal, the brand has created Art History Heroes, a quirky collection of artist action figures that includes a fun Frida Kahlo figurine, tiny toy Van Gogh, and more miniatures. On the heels of this series' success, Today is Art Day has decided to shift gears and playfully pay homage to all kinds of historical greats.

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My Modern Met

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