Sculpture
August 14, 2021

Reclaimed Wood Art Celebrates the Beauty of Nature With Woodworking and Wood Burning

Canadian artist Jynae Bergeron (aka Art & Airplanes) uses her creative practice to connect with the environment. She creates striking wall art inspired by animals and mountainous landscapes using woodworking and wood-burning techniques. Her love for this sculptural medium comes from her family, who has a tradition of woodworking. “As a teenager, I was gifted my grandfather’s old woodburning tool and eventually I began teaching myself the skill of pyrography (wood-burning)

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Art History
August 13, 2021

Stroll Through Art History With This Timeline of 10 Famous Sculptures [Infographic]

Pablo Picasso once said that “sculpture is the art of the intelligence.” Indeed, sculpture has a long and storied history dating back to antiquity. In both Western and Eastern cultures, refined sculpture has been a hallmark of high culture. Whether using wood, stone, or metal, sculptors have achieved incredible results in three dimensions. And while there are plenty of marvelous sculptures that have been created over time, some have become landmarks in art history.

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Drawing Guide
August 12, 2021

Learn How to Draw a Ladybug Step by Step

There's a lot to love about ladybugs. Not only are they considered to be lucky charms—bringing good fortune to whomever they land on—but they're also a great insect to keep in your garden, as they eat some of the most common plant pests. So, why not celebrate the charm of this small, spotted beetle by drawing its likeness?

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Good News
August 12, 2021

Japanese Families Are Sending Bags of Rice as “Newborns” for Relatives to Hugs

During the lockdowns caused by COVID-19, families and friends have been getting creative to hug. In Japan—like most of the world—holding your loved ones close is still risky, particularly for the elderly or immunocompromised. Travel is also limited. Luckily, the Kome no Zoto Yoshimiya rice shop has created a sweet solution to involve families (no matter how far) in the big moments of life.

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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.