Posts by Sage Helene

Sage Helene

Sage Helene is a contributing writer at My Modern Met. She earned her MFA in Photography and Related Media and an MST in Art Education from the Rochester Institute of Technology. She has since written for several digital publications, including Float and UP Magazine. In addition to her writing practice, Sage works as an Art Educator across both elementary and secondary levels, where she is committed to fostering artistic curiosity, inclusivity, and confidence in young creators.
Architecture
February 26, 2026

Sagrada Família Reaches Full Height as Gaudí’s Central Tower Is Completed

Embed from Getty Images After 144 years of construction, one of the world’s most ambitious architectural projects has reached a defining milestone. The soaring central tower of the Sagrada Família now rises to its full height, bringing to life a vision that Antoni Gaudí first conceived in the 19th century. On February 20, 2026, crews installed the final element of the spire, an illuminated four-armed cross. As a result, the basilica reached 172.

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Renaissance Art
February 19, 2026

Rare Rediscovered Michelangelo Sketch of Sistine Chapel Sells for $27.2M at Christie’s

A rare red chalk drawing by Renaissance master Michelangelo has set a new auction record, selling for $27.2 million at Christie’s in New York on February 5, 2026. The small but significant work is a preparatory sketch for the right foot of the Libyan Sibyl, one of the monumental figures painted on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.

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Wedding
February 9, 2026

Bride and Groom Exchanging Wedding Vows Are Surprised by a Double Rainbow

A private marital vow exchanged on a remote mountain ridge turned into an extra unforgettable when a double rainbow appeared overhead. Photographers Marcin and Dorota of B.D.F.K Photography captured every second of the magical moment. Their photos turn a quiet sunrise ceremony into an extraordinary story that celebrates love and the unpredictability of nature. The couple chose an intimate setting at dawn to exchange their vows.

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My Modern Met

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