Art
June 19, 2014

Indian Folk Art "Rangoli" Uses Colorful Flour and Rice in Stunning Designs

In India, there is a long-standing folk art known as rangoli (or kolam or Muggu), in which patterns are created on the floor using materials such as colored rice, dry flour, and more. The bright designs are usually made during auspicious events like Diwali, Onam, Pongal, and other Indian festivals. You'd also see them during wedding celebrations, and their presence is considered sacred welcoming areas for the Hindu deities.

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Photography
June 18, 2014

20-Year-Old Photographer’s Compellingly Surreal Visual Narratives

Here at My Modern Met, we have a weakness for young creatives who express themselves through stunningly surreal fine art photography. Like fellow artists Alex Stoddard, Kyle Thompson, and Diggie Vitt, 20-year-old German photographer Katharina Jung uses her camera and masterful photo manipulation to create otherworldly scenes of strange beauty. Although she's only been pursuing photography since 2012, Jung has already amassed a portfolio full of dramatic portraits and spectacular conceptual photos.

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Art
June 12, 2014

Clever Infographic Posters Offer How-To Tips Towards Success

If you are looking for some inspiration on how to get things moving in life, here is the perfect series of posters developed by San Francisco-based startup organization Funders and Founders. The two owners, Anna Vital and Mark Vital, create infographics meant to inspire everyone to venture out into the world and to shoot for the stars. This collection of How-To posters break down many daily activities into a handful of simple steps.

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