Quiz
February 23, 2023

Discover Your Inner Artist: Which Famous Artist Are You? [Quiz]

The history of art is filled with eclectic characters. And from their creative minds has come imaginative art that has made a mark on Western culture. Given the distinct personalities of these famous artists, it's easy to find an artist who reflects our own characters.  Whether it is edgy, boundary-pushing Salvador Dalí or the measured, studied genius of Leonardo da Vinci, there is inevitably an artist we feel connected to.

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Technology
February 22, 2023

Popular Instagram Photographer Confesses That His Work is AI-Generated

As more and more AI-generated images flood the internet, you might start thinking that it is easy to tell what is real and what isn't. For instance, too many fingers or the appearance of random limbs is one obvious giveaway. But  the work of popular Instagram photographer Joe Avery drives home the point that the line between AI imagery and work created by actual photographers is becoming more and more blurred.

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Installation
February 22, 2023

Giant Bubbles Pop Up as Immersive Installations All Over the World

Sydney-based studio Atelier Sisu creates immersive art all around the world. Led by Peruvian sculptor and industrial designer Renzo B. Larriviere and architectural designer and artist Zara Pasfield, the studio combines their talents with their multi-disciplinary team to create public art everyone can enjoy. One of their latest projects, titled Evanscent, features massive, colorful bubbles inhabiting varied environments. So far, Evanscent has been displayed in over 22 different cities in 12 different countries across 4 continents.

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Cats
February 21, 2023

Chunky Tuxedo Cat Is a 5-Star Tourist Attraction in a Medieval Polish City

If you're ever in the northwestern Polish city of Szczecin—located near the German border—there's a top-rated attraction that's a must-see. Although the Medieval locale boasts a 14th-century castle called the Pomeranian Duke's Castle and a lush urban park called Kasprowicza Park, neither of these locations is the most coveted attraction at the top of the list. Instead, it is an outdoor cat named Gacek who is known for his charming personality and penchant for treats.

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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.