Art

March 23, 2026

Artist Paints Found Rocks To Resemble Comfort Foods and Household Objects

Painting rocks is typically a fun activity introduced to kids at a young age, but New York–based artist Elizabeth Saloka has turned the nostalgic pastime into an equally entertaining art form as an adult. Using stones of all shapes and sizes, she meticulously paints them to resemble an array of snacks and common household objects, from peanut butter jars to old cellphones.

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March 23, 2026

The Other Art Fair 2026 Preview: Everything You Need To Know Before It Opens in Brooklyn

Once it opens on April 16 in Brooklyn, the Other Art Fair plans to hit “rewind.” There are several reasons behind this—for one, the art fair is finally returning to the Agger Fish Building following a long hiatus. But, aside from this, the event is also exploring what it believes to be a major trend within the contemporary art scene: nostalgia-core.

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March 20, 2026

Artist and Marine Biologist Merges Love for Art and Science in Large-Scale Paintings [Interview]

Honolulu-based artist Havilah Abrego brings together her dual practice as a marine biologist and painter to create striking depictions of marine mammals. Inspired by her time diving and studying marine ecosystems, her work merges science, art, and a deep connection to the ocean. She invites viewers to reconnect with the ocean through her art and reflect on our shared responsibility to protect it.

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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.