Gift Guide
February 3, 2023

15 Thoughtful (and Budget-Friendly) First Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Boyfriend

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and if you're a new couple, selecting the perfect gift can be daunting. Maybe you aren't looking to get too mushy and romantic, but at the same time, you still want a gift that feels personal. So how do you go about picking out something to celebrate your first Valentine's Day with boyfriend without going over the top—or breaking the bank?

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Sculpture
February 3, 2023

Magical Vase Sculptures Made From Dried and Pressed Flowers

Instead of placing flowers inside a vase, Shannon Clegg uses plants and blooms to construct the vessel itself. The UK-based artist employs her background in tailoring, crafts, and design to form exquisite objects from natural materials. This ongoing series, titled Bouquet, features vase-like sculptures constructed from colorful flowers that have been dried and pressed. Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Clegg has had a lifelong love for flora and traditional arts and crafts.

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Good News
February 2, 2023

Yale Honors Young Black Scientist After Neighbor Falsely Reported Her to Police

The spotted lanternfly has been in the news a lot recently. The brightly hued yet deeply invasive and destructive species has spread quickly. Damaging apple and maple trees among many other types of plants, the public was even encouraged to stomp them any time they saw the flash of red and spotted wings. One young scientist decided to do a version of that in her community of Caldwell, New Jersey.

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Sculpture
February 2, 2023

Captivating ‘Moss People’ Sculptures Look At Home in Finnish Countryside

Artist Kim Simonsson creates Moss People. His unique ceramics combine hand-built stoneware that is painted and then flecked with nylon fiber, making the sculptures look like they're covered in lichen. This compelling approach is made even more impactful because of his subject matter; he crafts life-sized children in various ensembles and personalities.

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My Modern Met

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