Design
November 30, 2024

Street Artist JR Designs Stunning Carriage for the Orient Express

French photographer and street artist JR, known for his signature black-and-white photographic images, has taken his work on the move, specifically onto the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE). In his collaboration with this private luxury train service, JR designed an entire train carriage suite called L’Observatoire. His project—manifested as a creative, cozy space filled with micro-environments—was founded upon the vision of the original carriage designers, giving the train a pre-1945 feel.

Read Article

Renaissance Art
November 29, 2024

Exhibition at the Met Explores How Siena Helped Set the Italian Renaissance in Motion

Florence is often the city that comes to mind when we think of the Italian Renaissance. It's where Botticelli was born, where Michelangelo came into his own, and where the powerful Medici family helped fund a generation of artists. However, many don't realize that the origins of the Renaissance sit about 50 miles south in the town of Siena.

Read Article

Photo Contest
November 27, 2024

Here Are the 25 Finalists of the 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award

After announcing its winners last month, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year has opened voting for its People's Choice Award. From the nearly 60,000 photos entered and 100 finalists, 25 exceptional images were placed in the running for this honor. The public can vote online or via digital screens at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London for their favorite photo.

Read Article

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.