Art

December 16, 2018

Psychiatrist Hand-Knits an Anatomically Correct Replica of the Human Brain

The human brain is often described as the most complex organ in the human body. The mass of tissue weighs around 1.4 kilograms and contains a mind-boggling network of around 1,000,000,000 nerve cells (aka neurons). Each neuron can make contact with thousands of others via tiny structures called synapses. These constant and ever-changing connections are how memories are stored, habits are learned, and personalities are shaped.

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December 13, 2018

NYC Subway Station Gets Redesigned with Colorful Dog Mosaics

In the 1970s, artist William Wegman adopted his first Weimaraner. Fittingly named Man Ray, this dog played a pivotal role in the evolution of Wegman's creative practice. Not only did the pup prompt the artist to turn his attention from painting to photography, but he also inspired Wegman's most well-known works: portraits of Weimaraners wearing clothing.

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December 10, 2018

Interview: Creative Ceramicist Sculpts 100 Unique Clay Vessels in 100 Days

While you may have heard of daily drawing challenges such as Inktober, British ceramicist Anna Whitehouse took the popular concept a step further by setting her own unique experimental project. Starting from January 1, 2018 she decided to create a decorative clay bottle every day for 100 days. Each white vessel is uniformly shaped and sized, however, Whitehouse explored new ideas by creating a different surface pattern design each time.

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December 5, 2018

8 Environmental Artists Who Celebrate Nature and Promote Positive Social Change

The environment is changing rapidly due to human-caused climate change. It's not just theoretical; as glaciers melt and the world becomes hotter, we must act. We're not powerless, and creatives are in a unique position to inspire climate action. Artists are working just as hard to raise consciousness on environmental issues, evoke change, and document the beauty of the natural world before it’s too late.

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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.