Art History
February 3, 2023

The History of the Color Orange: From Tomb Paintings to Modern-Day Jumpsuits

Orange is a color that provokes an immediate reaction. What is it about the color orange that makes it so effective? In some cultures, it’s considered a sacred hue, while in others, it’s a symbol of royalty. Bold and dynamic, orange is used to signal danger while, at the same time, creating a sensation of excitement. Since ancient times—long before it was called orange—this color has had a strong impact.

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Portrait Photography
February 3, 2023

Photographers Collaborate With Disney To Create Princess Dolls Through a Diverse Lens

Regis and Kahran Bethencourt of CreativeSoul Photography are storytellers who use portraiture to center and uplift the beauty of Black girls. We’ve marveled at their beautiful imagery throughout the years, and now, their creativity has entered a new realm. A series of their photographs have been translated into dolls as part of an exciting collaboration with Disney. The CreativeSoul Doll Collection reimagines what a classic Disney Princess would look like through a diverse lens.

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Archeology
February 2, 2023

Man Solves 20,000-Year-Old Cave Drawings Mystery That’s Been Stumping Archeologists

Early humans, and our now extinct cousins, Neanderthals, have a long artistic history. Ancient cave art began as abstract shapes and handprints; but over thousands of years, it evolved into recognizable sketches of animals and plants. Many of the oldest cave paintings are in Spain and France. These scenes tell archeologists a lot about life in the late Ice Age, particularly about the hunting habits of early humans.

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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.