Inspiring
September 16, 2023

Artist Creates Heartwarming Paintings for Ukrainian Refugees To Give to Their UK Host Families

After Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, families in the United Kingdom opened their doors to Ukrainian refugees as part of the Homes for Ukraine program. This allowed people to quickly sponsor and take individuals into their homes long-term. Now, as many of these Ukrainian families are moving on to their own homes in the UK, one artist has come up with a special way to commemorate the bonds forged during the experience.

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Astrophotography
September 15, 2023

15 Dazzling Winners of the 2023 Astronomy Photographer of the Year Contest

Organized by the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the Astronomy Photographer of the Year contest is in its 15th year and has become a highly anticipated event for lovers of astronomy and astrophotography. And this year, a big discovery by a group of amateur astronomers won. Marcel Drechsler, Xavier Strottner, and Yann Sainty took home the top prize for their image of a large plasma arc next to the Andromeda Galaxy.

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Store
September 15, 2023

Famous Artists Are Reimagined as Whimsical Cat Illustrations

Illustrator Nia Gould is proving that art history and cats might be the most “purrfect” combination. Her series of enamel pins merged famous artists with various cats, named with clever puns like Vincat van Gogh and Keith Hairball. But Gould's love of mixing and matching is not limited to accessories. She has also created an illustrated book of some of her favorite feline characters.

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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.