Posts by Pinar Noorata

Pinar

Pinar Noorata is the Managing Editor at My Modern Met. She is a writer, editor, and content creator based in Brooklyn, NY. She earned her BA in Film and Media Studies from CUNY Hunter College and is an alumni of the Center for Arts Education’s Career Development Program in NYC. She has worked at major TV, film, and publishing companies as well as other independent media businesses. When she isn’t writing, editing, or creating videos herself, Pinar enjoys watching movies, reading, crafting, drawing, and volunteering at her local animal shelter.
Photography
February 3, 2014

Dramatic LEGO Recreations of Star Wars and Indiana Jones

Helsinki-based Finnish photographer Vesa Lehtimki, aka Avanaut, captures cinematic shots of LEGO Star Wars and Indiana Jones toys. The photographer uses his creative eye and skilled hand to snap shots of the mini figurines against real-life backdrops, resulting in dramatic portraits of these fictional characters in spectacular and often lively landscapes. Stormtroopers, tauntauns, and AT-ATs all make an appearance in Lehtimki's series of images.

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Design
January 31, 2014

Olympic Skier Wears Mariachi-Inspired Race Suit for Mexico

International teams about to enter the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi have been unveiling their outfits, proving that this is a year for some really creative sportswear. Among the Olympians wearing inventive attire is Mexican alpine skier Prince Hubertus von Hohenlohe who recently revealed his mariachi-inspired race suit. The 55-year-old athlete has opted to celebrate Mexican culture with the festive design for his sixth go in the Olympic games.

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Photography
January 30, 2014

New in the Shop: Michael Aldo’s Surreal Dreams

Indonesian photographer Mikael Aldo visualizes the depths of his imagination through his photography. The young fine art photographer's images are both surreal and raw at the same time, offering the viewer an extraordinary blend of ‘unbelievable' and ‘absolutely relatable.' Each emotionally-charged photo signifies a pure feelings that range from self-doubt to apathy and extreme passion.

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Photography
January 30, 2014

More Hilarious Photos of Sexy Men and Cats in Similar Poses

Ever since photos of adorable cats and pictures of sexy men in almost identical poses have been paired up for the single-topic blog Des Hommes et Des Chatons (Men and Cats), audiences have been mesmerized by their combined photogenic appeal. Each image offers its own blend of sensual heartthrobs coupled with adorable, cuddly cats, making them hard to resist. The collection of shots even include a number of studly celebrities with their feline doppelgngers.

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