Interview

June 19, 2020

Powerful Embroidered Portraits Shine Light on Targeted Women of Color [Interview]

Artist Nneka Jones creates portraits highlighting women of color who have suffered injustices in the world. Some abuses are overt while others are ingrained in the fabric of our society and therefore often go overlooked. But to the people in her mixed media and embroidered portraits, the effects are traumatic. The Black women and girls depicted in Jones’ work are victims of sexual abuse and sex trafficking.

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April 16, 2020

Interview: Artist Crafts Realistic Paper Bird Sculptures That Look Like Wildlife Photos

The wondrous beauty of the animal kingdom is a constant source of inspiration for artist Niharika Rajput. In particular, she finds that birds are her greatest muses, and she tries to capture their likenesses in stunning paper and wire sculptures. Based in New Delhi, the artist originally began making three-dimensional figurines as a way to combine her two passions: wildlife and art.

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January 31, 2020

Interview: Nature Photographer Reveals His Favorite Locales for Shooting Stunning Landscapes

Photographer Adrian Klein captures the beauty of the natural world through thoughtful shots of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. A serious outdoor enthusiast, he traverses landscapes for hours in order to craft perfect compositions. When he’s done shooting, the results are striking portraits showcasing colorful florals and fascinating textures that are sometimes overlooked by the average passerby. Klein’s love of nature began when he was young.

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January 19, 2020

Interview: Artist Spends 5 Years Drawing Giant Colored Pencil Map of North America

Artist and cartographer Anton Thomas is making waves for his enormous, hand-drawn map of North America. Executed in pen and colored pencil over the course of nearly 5 years, he spent almost 4,000 hours creating this incredibly detailed view of the continent. It's an ambitious project that required Thomas' dedication and a lot of sacrifice; but in the end, he was rewarded both personally and professionally for his trouble.

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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.