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
June 28, 2018

Artist Paints People Diving Into the Unknown on Layers of Translucent Panels

San Francisco-based artist Michelle Jader creates expressive portraits of people in motion. Rendered on stacks of translucent acrylic panels, her series of layered paintings symbolically captures the complex emotions that emerge “when we willingly and unwillingly dive into the next phase of our life.” Void of settings or backdrops, these striking paintings feature subjects as they dance, leap, fall, or float into the unknown.

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Creative Products
June 20, 2018

Mesmerizing “Galaxy” Ceramics Sparkle With Stars Painted in Real Gold

Naomi Singer of Modern Mud handcrafts one-of-a-kind ceramics with a sparkly twist. Aiming to achieve an “organic meets glam” aesthetic, Singer finds inspiration in glistening geodes, eye-catching crystals, and, for her Galaxy Collection, shimmering celestial bodies. In this space-y series, Singer decorates hand-thrown mugs, planters, and jewelry holders with tiny, twinkling stars.

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Painting
June 10, 2018

Interview: Textured Oil Paintings Express Complex Human Emotions and Ideas

Polish artist Justyna Kopania captures the fleeting nature of time in her expressive oil paintings. Inspired by moments that have “stuck” in her memory, the artist crafts emotive scenes using bold brushstrokes and eye-catching color palettes. Kopania's beautiful body of work features a wide range of subject matter, from sailing ships and stormy seas to pianos and stage performers.

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Creative Products
May 30, 2018

These Charming Embroidery Kits for Beginners Make Crafting a Breeze

If you've been looking for a way to get in touch with your crafty side, Cozyblue Handmade is here to help. Founded by artist and “moment noticer” Liz Stiglets, the creative company offers embroidery kits for beginners that are as exquisitely designed as they are easy-to-follow. Each set comes with all of the embroidery supplies you need to create your own handiwork, including a pre-printed fabric pattern, a six-inch wooden hoop, coordinating embroidery floss, and a needle.

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