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.
Sculpture
March 11, 2019

Blown Glass Sculptures Look Like Delicate Ghosts of the Natural World

Artisan Simone Crestani finds inspiration in the “imperfect elegance” of nature. This striking quality informs his entire practice, materializing as beautiful blown glass sculptures of biotic forms found in the natural world. In Crestani's collection of works, a wide array of flora, fauna, and other organic objects come to life. Using borosilicate glass, he crafts sculptures that showcase his subject's decorative yet flawed details.

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Style
March 6, 2019

Andy Warhol Socks Cover Your Feet in Iconic Prints by the Pop Artist

No footwear is quite as fun as novelty socks. Available in a rainbow of colors and a range of patterns, these attention-grabbing accessories are a great way to tap into your creative side— especially when they're inspired by art. In addition to hosiery “feet-uring” portraits of famous artists, one set of artistic novelty socks that stands out from the rest is this series of Andy Warhol socks.

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Food Art
March 1, 2019

Fluffy Shiba Inu Marshmallows Capture the Sweet Side of the Beloved Breed

We all know that marshmallows are meant to melt in your mouth, but did you know that some will even melt your heart? Putting a pup-inspired spin on the sugary sweets, Japan-based company Felissimo has created tasty marshmallows that look like tiny Shiba Inu. These confections capture the sweet faces characteristic of the beloved breed. Molded by hand, each marshmallow has a pointed snout (mouthwateringly described by Felissimo as a “three-dimensional plump muzzle”) and perky ears.

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Style
February 28, 2019

15 Beautiful Mardi Gras Masks to Celebrate Carnival in Style

Carnival is upon us! Commencing after Christmas and leading up to Lent, this merry season concludes with Mardi Gras, a day dedicated to indulgence. If you plan on partaking in Fat Tuesday's festivities, make sure you have the perfect Mardi Gras mask so you can celebrate in style. Here, we've put together 15 of our favorite festive masks to help you escape the everyday and adopt a new persona this Mardi Gras.

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My Modern Met

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