Music
February 10, 2023

Watch a Musician Cover Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ on the World’s Largest Pipe Organ

Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody is one of the most popular songs in music history. It's so beloved that people have covered it thousands of times. We've heard it performed by 28 trombonists,  a little kid at home, and sung by a crowd of 65,000 concertgoers. The complexity of the melody allows each new version to offer something fresh and unexpected.

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Entertainment
February 10, 2023

Cosplayer Hits the Gym To Become Strong Like the Mortal Kombat Character She Portrays

Cosplay is an art. People go to great lengths to look like their favorite characters, and when done well, the results are amazing. (But even when they're “bad,” they can be so good.) One cosplayer named Rena recently recreated the Mortal Kombat character Kitana, donning the fighter's bright blue outfit that includes matching arm cuffs and a couple of 3D-printed bladed fans held in either hand.

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Drawing Guide
February 9, 2023

Learn How to Draw a Realistic Saguaro Cactus in 14 Steps

From pine trees in the mountains to palm trees by the beach, the types of plant life we see can change drastically with a different environment. So, when it comes to drawing, that means learning how to draw different types of trees and other flora is a must. For instance, no desert scene is complete without some cacti. If this sounds like a thorny subject, then just keep reading.

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Sculpture
February 9, 2023

Mind-Bending Geometric Art Creates Flowing Forms From Folded Paper and Plywood Pieces

Artist and architect Anna Kruhelska creates mind-bending art using geometry. Her repeating designs feature three-dimensional pyramids and circular shapes that produce undulating forms and tactile tessellations. Crafted from either folded paper or specially cut plywood, each piece highlights how math and art go hand in hand. Together, the two forces help create flowing shapes brought to life through light, shadow, and the strategic use of color.

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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.