Photography
January 31, 2017

Powerful Portraits of People Wearing Their Insecurities on Their Skin

In his powerful project titled What I Be, photographer Steve Rosenfield captures individuals as they reveal their innermost insecurities. In each raw portrait, the subjects' skin is scribbled with the doubts, fears, and needs that plague them. The subjects of the What I Be series represent a diverse group of people struggling with self-esteem, self-acceptance, anxiety, and other afflictions.

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Art
January 28, 2017

Simple Line Tattoos Inspired by Surreal Artists Like Picasso

Artist Daisy Watson designs dreamy tattoos inspired by modern art. Rooted in surrealism, her pieces echo the avant-garde aesthetic of iconic artists like Pablo Picasso, Jean Cocteau, and Jean Arp. Fractured forms, experimental compositions, and curved lines work together to bring these simply-drawn surrealist tattoos to life. Watson works in a minimalist style, using only thin lines and black ink as her medium. At first glance, each tiny tattoo may look like an understated illustration.

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Art
January 27, 2017

Incredible Portrait of Ai Weiwei Made From 20,000 Sunflower Seeds

Artist Red Hong Yi is known for her work in unusual art mediums. Her latest work, 20,000 Seeds, is a giant portrait of famed political artist Ai Weiwei. And, as the title infers, it's made from 20,000 expertly placed sunflower seeds. Based in China, Red is inspired by her surroundings—she constantly scours wholesale markets for everyday objects to inspire her.

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Animals
January 26, 2017

Nation’s Zoos Battle It Out With Adorable Animal Photos in #CuteAnimalTweetOff

In light of current affairs and not-so-nice news stories, America's zoos and aquariums have graced Twitter with a picture-perfect remedy: a cute animal tweet off. Competing over whose animals are cutest, the organizations have flooded social media with much-needed photos of lovable animals. The adorable argument erupted after reporter Pete Muntean gushed over the Smithsonian National Zoo's newest seal pup in a too-cute tweet.

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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.