Books

August 5, 2022

Powerful Portraits Visualize the Fear and Pain Black Mothers Face in the U.S.

In 2014, spurred into action by the senseless murders of Black men at the hands of police, photographer Jon Henry started Stranger Fruit. Through haunting portraits, Henry asks mothers to act out what it must feel like to lose their sons. Cradled in their arms like the Pietà, these boys and men lay lifeless as their mothers are left to pick up the pieces.

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July 4, 2022

The Story Behind the Original Cover of ‘The Great Gatsby’ and the Artist Who Created It

Few novels have achieved the same level of fame as The Great Gatsby. Originally published in 1925, this classic novel tells the story of an enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby who is driven by a romantic desire to reunite with his old lover, all the while commenting on social class, new and old money, and the American dream. Although first and foremost, author F.

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May 15, 2022

Unprecedented ‘The Sistine Chapel’ Book Displays the Masterpiece Like Never Before

Michelangelo famously spent four years lying on scaffolding with his palette and brushes to create a masterpiece: the famed Sistine Ceiling. The frescoed vaulted ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican's Apostolic Palace now attracts over 6 million visitors every year who crane their necks to see the over 300 Biblical scenes rendered by the painter's brush. No photos are allowed and it can be difficult to see the details of the lofty scenes.

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April 20, 2022

10 Best “How to Draw” Books for Kids To Inspire Creativity While Having Fun

Learning how to draw is a lifelong journey that can begin at any age. If you're a kid, however, it's important to learn essential drawing techniques and to practice as much as you can. Fortunately, there's a range of educational books that can make this process both easy and fun. We've put together 10 of the best “how to draw” books for kids. Our selection covers guides to sketching portraits, animals, anime, and much more.

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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.