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
October 22, 2018

Colossal Ceramic Installation Reflects the Fragility of the Coral Reef

With marine life as her muse, artist and advocate Courtney Mattison crafts ceramic sculptures that “promote awareness for the protection of our blue planet.” Mattison explores this environmental interest in Our Changing Seas, an ongoing series focused on the fragility of the coral reef. Reflecting the diversity of their subjects, these site-specific installations can be found in an array of locations around the world, including art museums, science centers, and even a diplomatic facility.

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Photography
October 21, 2018

Photographer Travels World to Document Old Pianos Deserted in Abandoned Buildings

Earlier this year, piano-playing photographer Romain Thiery captivated audiences with Requiem for Pianos, an ongoing photo series that spotlights instruments that have been left behind. Since debuting this poignant project, Thiery has traveled far and wide to find more forgotten pianos, culminating in a second edition of the beloved series. Set in crumbling castles, deserted houses, and empty theaters, the photographs explore the lonely fate faced by the neglected instruments.

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Creative Products
October 17, 2018

Spread Your Love for the Iconic Frida Kahlo With These Artistic Notecards

Modernist master Frida Kahlo is celebrated for her inspiring and introspective body of work. Featuring 55 symbolic self-portraits, her oeuvre offers viewers a window into her life. Equally revealing is the artist's treasure trove of artifacts, which includes both personal effects and cultural objects. With these ideas in mind, publishing company teNeues has created a collection of Frida Kahlo notecards packaged in a fitting keepsake box.

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Environment
October 12, 2018

Inspiring Campaign Gives 320,00 NYC Students Reusable Water Bottles for Free

Today, environmentalists from all walks of life are looking for new ways to tackle the world's ongoing plastic waste problem. From crowdfunding campaigns to country-wide bans, this issue continues to inspire a range of projects, including BRING IT, a new program that pledges to provide New York City's public school students with reusable water bottles.

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My Modern Met

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