Sculpture
February 7, 2023

Giant Lifelike Animal Sculptures Made Entirely From Upcycled Cardboard

When we think about famous sculptures, marble and bronze are the types of materials that come to mind. Josh Gluckstein, however, embraces a more commonly found medium for his creative practice. The London-based artist crafts realistic animal sculptures by upcycling cardboard into different silhouettes. Gluckstein began using cardboard during the COVID-19 pandemic. “In lockdown, with limited resources and lots of time to think, I began to experiment with recycled cardboard,” he told My Modern Met.

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TV
February 6, 2023

SNL Cold Open Features Hilarious Interview With the Chinese Spy Balloon

On Saturday, a Chinese surveillance balloon that had traveled across the United States was finally shot down. One week after it first appeared inside American territory, the balloon, which the Chinese government insisted was a civilian research balloon, hit the waters of the Atlantic off the coast of South Carolina. And, always timely with their content, Saturday Night Live quickly made the situation the topic of that evening's cold open.

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Oil Painting
February 6, 2023

Enchanting Paintings Decorated With Resplendent Gold Details

There is something intrinsically magical about a painting filled with gold details. Scotland-based artist Stephanie Rew uses this approach in her creative practice, combining resplendent metallic with graceful female figures dressed in elaborate costumes. The combination of gold and ornate patterns elevates each canvas into a celebration of clothing, light, and drama. While each of Rew's paintings features at least one female figure, their identity is not the focus.

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Post-Impressionism
February 5, 2023

Who Was Paul Signac? Learn About the Art and Life of One of Pointillism’s Founders

The late 19th century was a time of significant artistic exploration. After the Impressionists shook up the status quo by rejecting the rules of the beaux-arts (“fine arts”) with their fleeting depictions of everyday life, other painters followed in their footsteps by exploring more aesthetics driven by an interest in color, symbolism, and brushstrokes. Called the Post-Impressionists, this movement was not as unified as its predecessors. Instead, it pioneered a variety of styles.

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My Modern Met

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