Interview
March 28, 2016

Interview: Exploring NYC to Find Rare Moments of Tranquil Warmth in Nature with Gina Vasquez

Even with the seemingly cold surface of big city life in her home of New York City, photographer Gina Vasquez manages to find moments of nature's warmth to fuel the creation of cinematic photographs that share the story of her vibrant inner life. Gina has led an expressive life playing multiple instruments and studying art history while pouring her creative energy into the pursuit of conceptual photography.

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Jewelry
March 26, 2016

Artist Excavates Discarded Books to Transform Their Pages into Stunning Jewelry

London-based artist Jeremy May gives discarded books a new lease on life with his wearable sculptures. Images and text are harvested from these publications and formed into modern rings, bracelets, necklaces, and more. Their colorfully layered and patterned designs hardly resemble books at all–instead, they appear as lustrous, stylish accessories that mesmerize us with their beautiful curves and shapes. May goes through the same meticulous process to create each piece of jewelry.

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Design
March 25, 2016

Architects Lend Their Talents to Design Unconventional Cat Shelters for Charity

Twelve Los Angeles-based architecture firms have designed dwellings that are considerably smaller than the scale they're used to working in–all for a good cause. A non-profit organization called FixNation, which helps to reduce the homeless cat population, recently held an event called Architects for Animals: Giving Shelter where designers lent their talents and time to build unique habitats for our furry friends. The dwellings vary in their construction.

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Design
March 25, 2016

Smartphone Cases with Real Pressed Flowers Preserved in Clear Resin Celebrate the Arrival of Spring

Spring is officially in full swing, and bright colors are back in season, making it the perfect time to accessorize with blooming florals. Luckily, HouseOfBlings offers a whimsical way to celebrate this glorious time of year with their smartphone cases that feature real pressed flowers in a crystal clear shell. To produce these exquisite cases, the California-based shop handpicks a selection of small blooms that range from tiny buds to flourishing daisies.

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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.