Art History
September 17, 2024

Hokusai’s ‘The Great Wave’ Is Now on View at the Art Institute of Chicago Galleries

Few works of art are recognizable to almost everyone around the world, but one such work is Katsushika Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa, also called Under the Wave off Kanagawa. The Japanese woodblock print, created by the artist in 1831, has touched every corner of the world. From 100-year-old diamond tiaras to modern-day Japanese currency and even LEGO sets. There are few realms of art and culture immune to the wave.

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Movies
September 17, 2024

Stylish Film Map Features Hundreds of Clever References to Your Favorite Movies

A few years ago, movie lovers realized they could translate their passion to the real world and show off their knowledge with cool merch. A group of such fans was UK-based company Dorothy, who in 2012 launched a very clever Film Map. Drawing from a vintage map of Los Angeles, the creators packed the design with nods to the greatest films of all time.

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Toys
September 16, 2024

Pharrell Williams Takes Diversity ‘Over the Moon’ With LEGO

LEGO is set to launch Over the Moon, a new set created in collaboration with Pharrell Williams, on September 20. The Grammy Award-winning artist and producer, known for his work with The Neptunes, the Despicable Me franchise, and his recent hit single “Double Life,” has designed a 966-piece set featuring a black and gold space shuttle and a colorful jet stream.

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Sculpture
September 16, 2024

Artist Explores the Theme of Trust Through Poignant Hand-Sculpted Animal Forms

In a world increasingly fractured by political and social divisions, artist Beth Cavener seeks to rebuild connections through her evocative animal sculptures. Her exhibition Trust at the Carpenters Workshop Gallery in Los Angeles showcases a series of clay creatures infused with complex human emotions. Cavener’s latest body of work is a response to the feelings of isolation brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and the political divides we face today.

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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.