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March 21, 2023

Books To Help Artists and Designers Unlock Their Creative Potential

The path of an artist is hardly a straight line. At times, it might seem impossible to find inspiration and move forward. Certain books, however, can help unlock creative potential. My Modern Met Store has recently added three beautiful books that are ideal for artists, designers, and hobbyists in need of a pick-me-up.

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March 7, 2023

Stock Your Home Library With Books and Decor for Creative Folks of All Kinds

One of the best ways to spend less time staring at screens is by returning to the dependable book.

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March 1, 2023

15 Inspiring Books To Celebrate Remarkable Women for Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, and now is the perfect time to brush up on some of the most important...

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February 19, 2023

15 Books You Should Read This Black History Month And All Year Long

Did you tell yourself you’d read more this year? Well, there’s no time like the present to start tackling that goal! If you’re looking for more reading suggestions, Black History Month is the perfect time to get more acquainted with Black authors and stories. From remarkable works of fiction to the moving rhythm of poetry and the heartfelt prose of personal narratives, Black writers have been documenting the African American experience for decades.

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January 13, 2023

10 Essential Art History Books for Beginners

Art history can be intimidating.

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January 3, 2023

‘Sherlock Holmes’ and Many Other Works Become Public Domain in 2023

Every year, works of art, literature, and music pass into the public domain as their copyright terms expire.

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January 3, 2023

24 Trailblazing Women in Street Art Are Celebrated in New Book

The contribution of women to the world of street art is highlighted in a new book by journalist Alessandra Mattanza. Women Street Artists is a look at 24 women across the globe who are making their mark in public spaces through painted murals, stencils, posters, and much more.

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December 30, 2022

Aerial Photos Capture the Abstract Beauty of Salt Ponds

If you walk into almost any kitchen around the world, one item you are sure to find is salt.

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December 23, 2022

Exquisitely Illustrated Fungi Captured on the Pages of 19th-Century Vintage Book

Years before we had cameras, people relied on artists and their work to capture the world around them.

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December 22, 2022

Librarian Archives All of the Things People Leave Behind in Books

If you've ever checked out a library book, you may have come across something that belonged to the previous owner—whether it be a scribble or a bookmark. For nearly 10 years, library director Sharon McKellar has been archiving all of the numerous diverse items left behind in books at the Oakland Public Library, creating a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people in her community.

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