Acrylic Painting
January 26, 2025

Vibrant Paintings Reimagine Greek Goddesses Into Complex Symbols of Empowerment and Resilience

With its wealth of iconography, gods, and stories, Greek mythology has captivated artists for millennia. Kristel Bechara is one such artist, and her Heart of Chroma series reimagines Greek myths through a uniquely contemporary lens. Spanning fifteen paintings, the Heart of Chroma series primarily explores Greek goddesses, ranging from Persephone, Athena, and Artemis, among others.

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Oil Painting
January 25, 2025

Artist Paints Desert Scenes Interrupted by Enchanting Glitch and Pixel Effects

For an artist, the desert must resemble a canvas. Just as vast, intimate, and untouched, the desert provides a sense of possibility that has attracted renowned figures such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Diego Rivera, and Ansel Adams. It has also served as a rich source of inspiration for Alexis Mata. As with his predecessors, the Mexico City-based artist also prioritizes abstract imagery in his desert scenes.

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Store
January 24, 2025

Warm Up With These Playful and Creative Heat-Changing Mugs This Winter

During the winter months, there’s perhaps nothing better than warming up with a hot beverage. This is something the Unemployed Philosopher’s Guild knows well. Based in New York, the design studio specializes in items bursting with humor and wit, whether it be finger puppets, soap bars, or, now that temperatures are plunging, heat-changing mugs.

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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.