Books

April 27, 2026

This Stunning Photography Book Unveils the Hidden Patterns That Define Our World

In Jon McCormack’s mind, he’s less of a nature photographer than what he calls a “pattern photographer.” It’s a fitting label, considering it encapsulates his enduring interest in natural geometries. For years, McCormack has unearthed the hidden patterns that define our world, whether they be microscopic mineral blooms or vistas overcome by flocks of flying birds.

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April 17, 2026

Revealing Prince Photo Book Shares Over 570 Snapshots From the Legendary Musician’s Life

Prince was an extraordinary creative, a man whose artistic vision defied genres. Although he’s best known as a musician, Prince created Paisley Park, an artistic headquarters where he could create, perform, and record. It allowed him space to play, a vital activity for an artist. Alongside Prince were friends and collaborators like Steve Parke. For 13 years, Parke worked with Prince as the in-house art director at Paisley Park, designing album covers and hand-painting guitars.

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January 4, 2026

Reference Books Are Carved and Cut Into Sculptures That Transform Knowledge Into Art

Artist Brian Dettmer transforms printed texts into awe-inspiring sculptures. Crafted through carving, Dettmer dives into existing books, often encyclopedias, atlases, or reference volumes, using knives and surgical tools. He does not add or rearrange content; instead, he removes material to expose images, diagrams, and fragments of text embedded within the pages. The resulting works resemble topographic reliefs or cross-sections of knowledge, where layers of information are uncovered through precise cuts.

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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.