Posts by Margherita Cole

Margherita Cole

Margherita Cole is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met and illustrator based in Southern California. She holds a BA in Art History with a minor in Studio Art from Wofford College, and an MA in Illustration: Authorial Practice from Falmouth University in the UK. She wrote and illustrated an instructional art book about how to draw cartoons titled 'Cartooning Made Easy: Circle, Triangle, Square' that was published by Walter Foster in 2022.
Tattoos
April 9, 2021

Delicate Tattoos Inspired by Traditional Chinese Painting Tell Stories Within Long Rectangles

Beijing-based tattoo artist Franky Yang creates ethereal body art inspired by traditional Chinese paintings. Like windows to another world, she contains each of her refined illustrations inside long, thin rectangles, which stretch across her clients' arms, legs, and torsos. Within these geometric shapes are detailed visions of rocky mountainsides, luscious forests, and twinkling seascapes. Yang uses the constraints of a rectangular panel to frame her artwork in an engaging way.

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Renaissance Art
April 5, 2021

Who Was Albrecht Dürer? Learn About the Pioneering Northern Renaissance Printmaker

The 15th century was a period of major artistic growth in Europe. While the Italian Renaissance is known for its advancements in color and understanding of anatomy, the Northern Renaissance popularized the use of prints. One person, in particular, paved the way in different printmaking techniques: German artist Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). Although printmaking had already existed for some time, Dürer was the first artist to elevate it to a form of fine art.

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Drawing Guide
April 1, 2021

Learn How to Draw a Panda Holding a Piece of Bamboo

Pandas are some of the most beloved animals on the planet, and it's easy to understand why. Their striking black-and-white markings, plush bodies, and playful demeanor make them a joy to look at. Even if you can't see these bears in person, a great way to celebrate their charm is by rendering their likeness on paper. This tutorial will teach you how to draw a panda sitting while holding a shoot of bamboo.

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