Art
November 12, 2024

Discover 3 Ways That Stencils Can Enhance Your Art

From ancient cave art to contemporary street art, stencils are tools that have always provided a wide array of creative possibilities. That is why My Modern Met Academy is happy to announce the launch of Introduction to Stencil Art, an hour-long online course on how to cut your own stencils.

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Astrophotography
November 11, 2024

Remarkable Astrophotography Captures the Sublime Beauty of Universe

Visual artist J-P Metsavainio has a passion for sharing the beauty of the universe. It's a love that was sparked nearly 30 years ago looking at the stars in his backyard with a telescope he'd gifted his wife for Christmas. This has led to a long journey into astrophotography, with the Finnish artist spending hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of hours crafting he spectacular imagery.

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Photography
November 10, 2024

New Monograph Looks at Photographer Louis Stettner’s Storied Career

Louis Stettner is considered one of the great, yet underappreciated, 20th-century American photographers. His evocative images, shot in New York, Paris, and other cities around the world, capture the clashing yet contemplative feeling that only living in a large metropolis can inspire. Now, Thames & Hudson has put out a monograph that compiles the most iconic images of his storied career. The book, simply titled Louis Stettner, features about 190 photographs arranged chronologically.

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