Crafts

January 5, 2026

Luminous Paper Sculptures Are Hand-Cut Portals to Fantastical Worlds Informed by Memories

The illuminated paper sculptures of artist duo Hari Panicker and Deepti Nair (aka Hari & Deepti) are a marvel to look at. Light spills through meticulously hand-cut forms, casting shadows that feel as intentional as the structures themselves. But linger a little longer, and it becomes clear that these works are not just about visual wonder, they are meditations on memory, migration, and the quiet value of what is often overlooked.

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December 17, 2025

These Rescue Elephants Wear Hand-Knitted Sweaters to Keep Warm in the Winter

When winter arrives and temperatures drop, humans aren’t the only ones that need to dress accordingly to keep warm. Endangered Asian elephants at a Wildlife SOS conservation center in northern India have been known to wear beautiful, handmade “sweaters” during wintry weather. The 20 elephants the organization hosts are afflicted by blindness, lameness, or recovering from other maladies. They were rescued from abusive situations like trafficking, circuses, street begging, and other illegal activities.

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December 8, 2025

Best of 2025: Ceramic Artists Who Are Shaping the Future of Clay

From ancient Greek pottery to fine Chinese porcelain, the art of ceramics has endured for centuries. Across cultures and eras, people have been always drawn to the creative possibilities of clay. Whether shaped into everyday tableware or transformed into elaborate sculptures, clay remains a timeless medium with endless potential. And today’s ceramic artists continue to innovate, turning pieces of raw earth into incredible works of art and beautiful functional forms.

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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.