Installation
July 15, 2026

Light Installation Makes Historic Paris Chapel Appear To Breathe During Nuit Blanche

Italian light artist Emilio Ferro transformed Paris’ historic Chapelle Expiatoire into a glowing, breathing monument with Threshold, a site-specific installation unveiled during Nuit Blanche on June 6, 2026. Commissioned by the City of Paris and produced by Studio Artera, the work sent a single beam of white light through the chapel in sync with the opening and closing of its doors, creating the illusion that the two-century-old building itself was breathing.

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Health
July 14, 2026

More and More Countries Around the World Are Turning to the Arts To Improve Health

Research has shown that taking part in arts and crafts can significantly improve mental health, and an increasing number of countries are beginning to take that evidence seriously. The UK, Greece, and several Scandinavian nations are among those exploring how creativity can play a bigger role in supporting health and wellbeing. In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) reviewed more than 3,500 studies on how the arts can support health and wellbeing.

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Photo Contest
July 13, 2026

Amazing Winners of the 2026 International Aerial Photographer of the Year Competition

The International Aerial Photographer of the Year competition has announced the winners of its second edition, after receiving 1,587 entries from photographers around the world. Out of this high-caliber selection, judges narrowed it down to one Photographer of the Year (with two runners-up), one Photograph of the Year (with two runners-up), four special award winners, and a Top 101 that showcases the remarkable breadth of contemporary aerial photography.

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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.