Art

June 7, 2018

8 Charming Stop Motion Animations That Bring Inanimate Objects to Life

“Magic Clay” by Alexander Unger A modern master of claymation, Swedish animator and sculptor Alexander Unger (aka Guldies) creates whimsical animations that give colorful pieces of play dough a life of their own. As well as clever visuals, sound plays an important part in each of his short films. In Magic Clay, the material seemingly transforms from soft to hard with the use of sharp “clinks” and gooey “gloops.

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June 5, 2018

Multicolored Paper Art of the Human Microbiome Mimics Textures Found in Coral Reefs

Many of nature’s objects feature recurring patterns and motifs described as fractals, which can be seen repeating themselves at increasing levels of magnification. Inspired by this phenomenon, artist Rogan Brown creates intricately cut paper art that mimics and compares various organic formations such as cell structures, microbes, shells, and fossils. His latest series, titled Magical Circle Variations, explores the surprising visual similarities between coral reefs and microorganisms found in the human body.

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June 2, 2018

Illustrator Creates Colorful Hand-Drawn Maps Filled With Playful Details

London-based illustrator Jenni Sparks creates hand-drawn maps of major cities across the world. However, these aren’t your ordinary tourist maps—the artist breathes new life into the traditional craft of cartography with her colorful, playful style. From London to New York City, ever map illustration showcases the culture and personality of each location with quirky drawings, humorous details, and local knowledge.

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May 30, 2018

Wall Chart Shows Almost 900 of Vincent van Gogh Paintings Organized by Subject Matter

One of the most iconic painters in history, Vincent van Gogh painted almost 900 masterpieces during his lifetime. The pioneering Post-Impressionist focused on a range of subjects, including self-portraits, wheat fields, flowers, and the starry night sky—all of which were rendered in his distinct, thick painterly brushstrokes. Fans of Van Gogh can now admire his mastery of the canvas and study how his style developed over time with a new wall chart from Curious Charts.

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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.