Posts by Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes is a Staff Editor at My Modern Met, Manager of My Modern Met Store, and co-host of the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast. As an illustrator and writer living in Seattle, she chronicles illustration, embroidery, and beyond through her blog Brown Paper Bag and Instagram @brwnpaperbag. She wrote a book about embroidery artist Sarah K. Benning titled "Embroidered Life" that was published by Chronicle Books in 2019. Sara is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art. She earned her BFA in Illustration in 2008 and MFA in Illustration Practice in 2013.
Art
May 10, 2017

Magnetic Self-Portrait Meticulously Constructed with 7,000 Hand-Painted Screws

Artist Andrew Myers has found his niche with 3D screw art. For years, we’ve marveled over the incredible, Pointillist-esque pieces that use thousands of screws to form life-like portraits and surreal imagery. Myers has just shared with us one of his latest works called Opposites Attract, which is an unconventional self portrait. In it, Myers himself is drawn towards the pull of a giant magnet.

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Entertainment
May 4, 2017

Vogue Set Up a Photo Booth for Met Gala Guests to Star in Their Own Music Videos

Social media might give people major FOMO (fear of missing out) on a daily basis, but it’s also a powerful tool for elevating an already spectacular experience. The recent Met Gala 2017 was a star-studded parade of amazing ensembles that showcased the true artistry of fashion. And, as it turns out, it was also a site of cool art videos that will forever encapsulate the spirit of the night.

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Creative Products
May 2, 2017

Modern Blackout Curtains Turn Windows into Penthouse Views of a City at Night

When it comes to window blinds, our options for something that’s truly unique can seem limited. But as Ukrainian designers HoleRoll demonstrate, modern blinds for windows can transcend their practicality and double as spectacular shadow art for your home. They’ve created panels that, when closed, create the illusion of glittering cityscapes at night. To produce this spectacular triptych, HoleRoll has treated the panels as if they were pieces of paper.

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