Painting
July 2, 2025

Monumental Botanical Paintings Energized With Vibrant Electric Hues [Interview]

Artist Tim Fowler creates monumental botanical paintings with a vivid twist. Although plants can be colorful in real life, Fowler imagines a world in which leaves and blooms are alive with electric pinks, purples, and blues, and a blend of artistic approaches. Acrylic paint, oils, spray paint, and pastels all grace his canvases.  This allows him to create compositions that feature bold brushstrokes in one section with fine-lined drawings in another.

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Photo Contest
July 1, 2025

20 Incredible Nominees for the BigPicture Natural World People’s Choice Award

The BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition may have announced its 2025 winners, but the fun isn't over. All July, the public can select from 20 standout images and place their votes for the People's Choice Award. From incredible insects to fascinating marine life, the strength of the nominees shows the high level of competition these photographers face. Anyone can head to the official website to cast their vote.

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Museums
July 1, 2025

How the Summer Solstice and a Ruined Artwork Fit Together at the Getty

Each summer, during the solstice, something magical happens at the Getty Research Institute (GRI) in Los Angeles. A skylight known as the “oculus,” situated precisely at the center of the GRI, catches the sunlight at midday, filtering it down toward an opaque glass circle below. It’s a moment of intense peace and reflection, during which staff members often gather to witness the sun’s rays gently spreading across the tiled floor.

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Photo Contest
June 30, 2025

Standout Winners From the 2025 Black & White Photo Contest

Timeless and elegant, there's just something about black and white photography that captures the imagination. And the winners of reFocus Awards' 2025 Black & White Photo Contest remind us of the power of this creative choice. After evaluating submissions from photographers in 80 countries, an expert panel of judges has curated a stunning winners list by both professional and amateur photographers.

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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.