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.
Design
August 30, 2017

Perfectly Preserved “Time Capsule” House Hasn’t Changed Since the ’90s

From the outside, this 6-bedroom, 7-bathroom home may look like a standard suburban residence. However, don't let its white stucco façade fool you—its interior is a blast from the past. Presented by Mark Z Properties and located in Waterford, Michigan, this perfectly preserved time capsule house is stuck in the year it was built: 1996. Upon entering the waterfront home, guests are greeted by a teal and pink living room featuring wall-to-wall carpeting, black accent pieces, and no shortage of bold patterns.

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Funny
August 28, 2017

Woman Gives Honest Look at Pregnancy with Hilarious Week-by-Week Photos

Like many pregnant women, self-described “letter board weirdo” Maya Vorderstrasse enjoys sharing her maternity milestones on social media. While most moms-to-be opt to document the pleasant aspects of pregnancy, Vorderstrasse's hilarious photos give an honest account of her experiences as an expectant mother. From “flaring sciatica” and swollen feet to an insatiable appetite and exaggerated mood swings, the comical series of photos captures the not-so-nice side of pregnancy.

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Art
August 23, 2017

New Paper Cut Illustrations with Marvelous Details Carved Out of a Single Sheet

Artist Pippa Dyrlaga is truly a master of paper cutting. The gifted crafter produces intricately detailed creations with visually stimulating patterns. Much like her older paper art, each of Dyrlaga's recent works are crafted from a single sheet of paper, showcasing the artist's steady hand and unwavering skill. Spanning stylized flora, fauna, and even anatomy (a central theme of her new Biophilia-themed series), the Yorkshire-based artist's collection of cut-outs appears to exhibit an eclectic interest in subject matter.

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Art
August 21, 2017

Surreal Creatures from Bosch’s ‘Garden of Earthly Delights’ Come to Life as Festive Piñatas

A master of the macabre, Hieronymus Bosch is known for his chaotic paintings of surreal scenes. One fantasy-filled piece that perfectly captures his wild imagination is The Garden of Earthly Delights, a triptych featuring otherworldly settings and odd hybrid creatures. Though it was created between 1490 and 1510, this whimsical work of art continues to inspire artists today, as evident in Roberto Benavidez‘s quirky collection of peculiar piñatas.

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