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February 3, 2026

Realism or Abstraction? You Don’t Have To Choose in This Online Art Class

When thinking about artistic styles, realism and abstraction are at opposite ends of the spectrum. One is representational while the other prizes emotional impact. It might seem like you have to choose one or the other when working on a piece of art, but not according to Dimitra Milan. She has a style she’s coined “abstract realism,” which combines elements of both approaches to create a cohesive image.

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January 13, 2026

3 Online Portrait Drawing Classes Teaching Distinctly Different Ways To Draw the Face

The great thing about making art is that there are seemingly infinite ways to do things. For every drawing technique an artist uses, another creative could have a totally different approach—even when they are capturing the same subject matter. While this can be overwhelming to someone just starting their art-making journey, it also means that there are no wrong answers. Proving this is a trio of classes on My Modern Met Academy, our e-learning platform.

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December 23, 2025

These Online Art Classes Make Great Last-Minute Gifts (And They’re on Sale)

The holidays are here. Have you finished your shopping yet? If not, we’re here to help. Our e-learning platform My Modern Met Academy is just the gift for the creative person in your life. And we’ve made it as easy as clicking a button, making it the perfect last-minute gift. All you need to do is check the box at checkout indicating that the course is a gift, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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