Installation

October 26, 2025

Monumental Digital Screens of Impressionist Paintings Offer a Novel Way To View Great Art

Earlier this month, the Art Institute of Chicago (AIC) pushed the limits of what an exhibition could be. Rather than remaining within the confines of the museum’s walls, Gustave Caillebotte: Painting His World appeared in another public space as well, this time in the form of a clever art installation. For several weeks, Caillebotte’s Impressionist paintings decorated the ceilings of a Chicago shopping mall, reimagining his oeuvre for contemporary audiences.

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October 8, 2025

‘Humans of New York’ Takes Over Grand Central in Vibrant Celebration of Community

In New York City, one can meet almost any kind of person, varying in race, ethnicity, religion, culture, age, gender, and sexual orientation. Living in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world is exactly what inspired Brandon Stanton to found the beloved Humans of New York in 2010. For the past 15 years, the photographer has cataloged the many faces, personalities, and stories that make New York the juggernaut that it is.

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September 30, 2025

Innovative French DJ Transforms Historic Chateau Into a Dynamic Showcase of Music and Lights

If you were there on September 19, 2025, the Chateau de Chambord was likely unrecognizable. The UNESCO World Heritage Site in Chambord, France, was transformed into a canvas for the renowned French DJ and music producer Michael Canitrot. Using the technological magic of projection mapping, the massive Renaissance facade wore an ever-changing contemporary cloak choreographed to Canitrot’s electronic music. With Canitrot’s artistic direction, the chateau provided a backdrop for an audiovisual story about “heritage and progression.

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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.