My Modern Met

July 12, 2023

10 Tips and Tricks for Using Colored Ink to Create Stunning Illustrations

When we think of illustrations, using a pen, pencil, or even an iPad often comes to mind. But have you ever considered using colored ink? It's the medium of choice for illustrator Anna Sokolova, who has written a book about the topic and teaches My Modern Met Academy's online course about colored inks.

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Books

July 11, 2023

25 Awesome Books on the Long History of Photography

From the 1830s to today, photography has come a long way.

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Astronomy

July 11, 2023

Northern Lights Will Be Visible From Multiple U.S. States This Week

The Northern Lights are one of the most fascinating sky phenomena out there.

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Entertainment

July 11, 2023

Actor John Krasinski Photobombs Perfect Picture of ‘Oppenheimer’ Cast

The movie Oppenheimer will be coming out very soon on July 21, 2023. In anticipation of its release, actor Robert Downey Jr. tried to snap the perfect group shot of the cast. He nearly succeeded, but then he noticed that actor John Krasinski wound up in the shot, posing in the background.

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Entertainment

July 11, 2023

Kristen Bell Shares Her Epic Dinner Party in One Star-Studded Photo

Now that summer is in full swing, people everywhere are flocking to the beaches and mountains for vacations.

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Video

July 11, 2023

Watch 100 People Scream as Loud as They Can in This Funny and Cathartic Video

What makes you scream? It can be fear, it can be excitement.

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Inspiring

July 11, 2023

75-Year-Old Becomes First Woman To Complete 4,800-Mile North Country Trail Twice

The North Country Trail encompasses eight states and spans an impressive 4,800 miles. Completing it once is a feat in itself, but one hiker has just made history by becoming the first woman to finish the trail twice. Joan H. Young, a 75-year-old from Michigan, showcased her love of the outdoors with this incredible achievement. The trail stretches through Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota.

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History

July 11, 2023

This 16th-Century Manual Is the First English Guide on ’The Art of Swimming’

How did you learn to swim?

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Store

July 11, 2023

These Portable Watercolor Sets Are the Same Size as Your Smartphone

Whether you're a new artist or a seasoned painter, watercolors are a versatile and fun medium to work with.

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Creative Products

July 11, 2023

Amazon Prime Day 2023: How to Get the Best Deals for Creative Products

Get ready for some great deals! Amazon Prime Day is upon us! This year's “Black Friday in July” is taking place on Tuesday, July 11, and Wednesday, July 12. During this time, thousands of products across Amazon will be on super sale, and there'll be more than one million deals around the world. So, how do you take advantage of these exclusive offers? You’ll need to be an Amazon Prime member, of course!

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