Dance
May 2, 2016

Ballerina Expresses Raw Emotions through Portraits of Delicate Dance Movements

Dancers use their bodies as finely-tuned instruments, communicating thoughts and feelings through movement. As Olga Kuraeva explains to Instagram Blog, to her, dance is “neither a philosophy nor a job” but a means of expressing emotion. Kuraeva's Instagram account overflows with the young woman's power and grace, the stunning photographs of her body in movement telling spellbinding stories. Kuraeva dances with the Bolshoi Ballet Academy, one of the oldest schools for classical ballet training.

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Food Art
April 26, 2016

Unique Strain of Corn Has Naturally Rainbow-Colored Kernals That Look Like Glass Jewels

Nature often surprises us with the amazing things it produces, and Glass Gem corn is a fantastic instance of when the line between what's real and fake is blurred. The rainbow-colored kernels resemble brilliantly-hued strands of jewels rather than something you'd find on your plate. They're all natural, however, and are the result of heirloom-style farming as well as selective planting. The story behind these special corn cobs started with an Oklahoma-based farmer named Carl Barnes.

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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.