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.

February 4, 2017

Sweet Birth Cards Cleverly Open Up to Reveal Baby’s Arrival

Announcing the arrival of a new little bundle of joy is an exciting event for all new parents. To make the milestone even more memorable, freelance designers and “creative lovebirds” Jacques and Lise have created a series of adorable unfolding birth announcements that put a playful spin on the traditional greeting card. Reminiscent of an interactive pop-up book, each card cleverly reveals a hidden scene through a simple folding technique.

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February 2, 2017

Colorful Amazonian Tribal Tattoos Inspired by Sacred Indigenous Patterns

To artist Brian Gomes, tattoos are more than just body art; they are “the ripe fruit of the soul.” Both Gomes' spiritual approach to the practice and his unique artistic perspective are apparent in his collection of colorful and symbolic Amazonian tribal tattoos. Predominantly inspired by the area's indigenous art, the eye-catching designs are as beautiful as they are meaningful.

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January 27, 2017

15+ of the Coolest Bookstores to Visit Around the World

Many things may vary from city to city, but one thing is for sure: you can always count on bookshops to be treasure troves of knowledge and entertainment. Cherished both as a place to buy reading materials and as a comfy, calm, and coffee-friendly space to relax, the bookstore has become an integral part of modern life. It's no wonder architects have paid close attention to the potential of these scholastic sanctuaries.

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