Resources

October 10, 2019

Set Your Sights on Realism by Learning How to Draw Eyes Step by Step

We know the eyes are the window to the soul, and they're even more expressive than you might think. In fact, we can read people's emotions just by seeing their eyes (and nothing else). Because they are vital in portrait drawing, it's important to learn how to depict eyes with accuracy. We'll take a closer look in this sketching tutorial.

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September 5, 2019

Hundreds of Museums Will Offer Free Admission on ‘Museum Day’ This Month

For over 170 years, the Smithsonian has served as a “place of scientific discovery, cultural exploration, and collaborative learning.” In order to foster this mission, the Washington DC-based institution has been committed to keeping its collections free to the public. While offering complimentary admission is not a common practice among American museums, hundreds of sites across the country will follow suit as a part of Smithsonian Magazine‘s Museum Day.

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July 1, 2019

Download 130-Year-Old Watercolors of Newly Discovered Fruits of the Time

In 1886, the United States Department of Agriculture undertook a particularly ambitious project. With the help of a handful of watercolor artists, the 24-year-old organization sought to document thousands of newly-discovered fruits and nuts, culminating in a one-of-a-kind botanical resource. Known as the Pomological Watercolors, this compilation of artwork features fruit and nut varieties from 29 countries and 51 U.S. states and territories.

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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.