Art

May 10, 2023

See Why People Are Loving This Online Class That Will Teach You How to Draw Architecture

When it comes to buying things on the internet, reviews are a big help. After all, how many times do you look at them before purchasing something online? For a best-selling class on My Modern Met Academy, our e-learning platform, the proof is in the reviews. Artist Demi Lang teaches a class called Architectural Illustration for Everyone: Draw Buildings in Ink and Colored Pencil.

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May 6, 2023

Lyrical Illustrations Adorn Ceramic Dishes With Folk Art-Inspired Stories

Ordinary plates and bowls are transformed into works of art by Christina Sutton, aka Little Bird Painting. Based in Montana, she uses the beauty of her natural surroundings as inspiration for whimsical illustrations of animals. The imagery is rendered in a charming style reminiscent of traditional printmaking techniques. From majestic flying owls to fluffy foxes, her art features an array of critters usually framed by a border of flora.

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May 3, 2023

Artist Reimagines the Infamous Met Gala Cockroach Dressed as a Fabulous Attendee

Of all the invited guests to the 2023 Met Gala, there was one infamous party crasher. And no, it wasn’t a snubbed A-lister. It was a confused cockroach that was trying to escape the crowds but found itself at one of New York City’s biggest events. The insect tried its best to flee on-lookers and the camera, but its brief brush with fame was captured by amateur and professional photographers alike.

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May 1, 2023

What Is Resin Art? Learn About This Versatile Medium

Renowned for both its experimental nature and ethereal aesthetic, resin is proving particularly popular among today's top creatives. While the compound—which can be cultivated naturally or synthetically created—has traditionally been used in polishes and varnishes, many contemporary artists and designers are finding new and inventive ways to incorporate the malleable material into their practice.

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