Art
May 24, 2024

Artist Creates Dreamy Miniature Portals To Other Worlds

From Alice in Wonderland to The Chronicles of Narnia, fictional portals have dominated human literature and thought. It's little wonder why, as these gates to other worlds present seemingly endless possibilities for the lucky few who happen to stumble upon them. Caroline Dewison perfectly reflects this human interest in her artwork, by meticulously crafting miniature pieces that look like portals into fantastical worlds.

Read Article

Astronomy
May 23, 2024

Get Ready for the Full Flower Moon That Will Shine in the Night Sky Tonight

The last couple of months have been spectacular for stargazers and astronomy lovers. First, the Great North American Eclipse darkened the skies on April 8, leaving us with some breathtaking images. Then, a powerful solar storm caused the aurora borealis to be seen in many more locations around the world. And just recently, a meteor lit up the skies in Portugal and Spain.

Read Article

Sculpture
May 23, 2024

Incredible Wire Sculptures Merge the Magic of Fairies and Dandelions

Robin Wight's foray into wire sculpture began with a simple project to repair his fence. Now, operating at Fantasy Wire, Wight and his small team, which includes his daughter Amy, work together to bring his wire fairies to life. Particularly captivating are their sculptures of fairies and dandelions, which merge the symbolism of these two distinct elements.

Read Article

Inspiring
May 22, 2024

Dad Opens Car Wash to Give Autistic Son a Stable Job and Ends up Employing Dozens on the Spectrum

According to the CDC, in the U.S., 1 in 36 children have autism. Despite the prevalence of people with this condition, there are just not enough avenues for their development, especially when they age out of the school system. A man named John D'Eri saw this firsthand when his son, Andrew, struggled to find career opportunities after graduating.

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.