Art

December 19, 2020

Anthony Howe’s Kinetic Sculptures Take on a Life of Their Own as They Move With the Wind

Washington-based artist Anthony Howe fabricates complex kinetic sculptures that pulsate with a spellbinding fluid motion, resembling some form of otherworldly creature. These metal structures are balanced in perfect symmetry and incorporate assorted interweaving parts that are propelled by the wind. When engaged in their smooth rhythm, the dazzling compositions seem to take on a life of their own—mimicking fellow organisms within our broader physical environment.

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December 13, 2020

Lively Paintings Capture the Dynamic Energy of Bustling Cities at Night [Interview]

It can be difficult to encapsulate large cities such as New York and Hong Kong in just one painting. But for German artist Martin Köster, he welcomes the challenge. Using expressive brushstrokes and a colorful palette of oil paints, he manages to capture the intricacy of architectural details and the buzz of urban life when it shines best—at night. It's in the darkness that the magic of these places is revealed.

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December 8, 2020

Giant Sculpture Opens Its Chest To Reveal a Fern-Covered Tunnel People Can Walk Through

Multidisciplinary artist and sculptor Daniel Popper creates interactive public art installations which are often monumental in scale. The Cape Town-based artist's work encourages audiences to contemplate diverse themes. Known for his installations blending sculpture and stage design at music festivals, Popper's figurative sculptures have become iconic for the way they beckon the viewer to embrace their physical surroundings.

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December 2, 2020

Best of 2020: Top 19 Creative Projects Made During the COVID-19 Crisis

The year 2020 probably wasn’t what you’d hoped for, but adversity often leads to creativity. The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically affected how we live our lives; and, for many of us, life feels like it’s been put on hold. With all this extra time on our hands, many people have taken up new crafts and are using art as a way to respond to the crisis.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.