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September 27, 2022

Multi-Talented Creative Crafts Charming Crochet Projects and Shows You How

Creative Khara Plicanic is a multi-talented maker. Working on and off a screen, she produces charming objects and imagery spanning photography, digital art, and analog crafts. Full of color and whimsy, Plicanic’s pieces will inspire you to create—no matter your medium. Plicanic has a knack for breaking down a variety of creative subjects so that they're easy to understand and fun at the same time.

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September 3, 2022

Save 15% On All Creative Online Classes With the My Modern Met Academy Labor Day Sale

Labor Day marks an end to summer. School is back in session, the pools are closed, and pumpkin spice lattes are officially back on the menu. It’s also a great time to figure out your fall plans. If you’re still thinking about how you’ll spend this cozy time of year, why not try online learning? You don’t have to be a school-aged kid to attend class.

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August 9, 2022

Illustrator Has Mastered Portrait Drawing and Now Shares Her Knowledge With Others

Capturing someone's likeness in a drawn portrait is no easy feat. Not only does the artist need to master anatomy and proportion, but they also need to bring to life the essence of their subject. It's a practice that can be intimidating for many artists, but not for illustrator and designer Melissa de Nobrega. Creating incredible digital portraits is part of her normal workflow; and luckily, she loves sharing her knowledge with others.

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July 19, 2022

Artist’s ‘Abstract Realism’ Paintings Capture the Wild Bond Between Women and Animals

Artist Dimitra Milan is something of a painting wunderkind. She's been a professional artist since she was a teenager, encouraged by her artist parents and guided by her innate ability to combine realistic elements with colorful, ethereal settings. The alluring fusion is known as abstract realism. Each piece, with its recognizable forms and free-flowing elements, invites you to study and consider the color, symbolism, and technique.

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