Gift Guide
August 12, 2022

18 Stylish Picture Frames That Will Creatively Display Your Favorite Photos

It's time to frame the Kodak moments that are on your camera reel. Those art prints languishing in a drawer deserve to be displayed, along with grandma's black-and-white snapshots, too. While finding the perfect frame can be tricky, our curated selection of rave-reviewed Etsy options will fit any aesthetic. From brilliant colors to clear acrylic to “reclaimed” wood, there's a frame for everyone and every print size. Read on to find your perfect fit.

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Illustration
August 12, 2022

Every Year a Vintage Steamroller Creates Massive Prints on San Francisco Streets

Since its founding in 1996, The San Francisco Center for the Book (SFCB) has been promoting and celebrating books and bookmaking in the Bay Area. In addition to offering a range of in-person and online workshops, it also hosts community events that demonstrate some of the incredible artistry that goes into producing publications. On September 25, 2022, they will be hosting their 19th annual Steamroller Printing Festival in the Potrero Hill Arts District.

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Art History
August 11, 2022

Exploring the Extravagance and Drama of Baroque Art and Architecture

Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, European artists and architects adopted an increasingly elaborate style. Known as Baroque, this approach is characterized by an ornate, over-the-top aesthetic that evokes ethereality and aims to inspire awe. Today, the Baroque period remains one of the most celebrated cultural movements in western art history. Here, we take a look at this flamboyant style, exploring the history and evolution of its exuberant art and architecture. What was the Baroque period?

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Good News
August 11, 2022

London Museum Is Returning Over 70 Pieces of Looted Art to Nigeria

The Kingdom of Benin was established in the 13th century in West Africa. From medieval beginnings emerged a powerful kingdom with extensive trade networks, glorious art in bronze and wood, and powerful rulers known as obas. Its capital was Benin City, or Edo, and is still an urban center of present-day Nigeria. In 1897, British troops razed the city—pillaging treasures and burning buildings. Many of these looted works ended up in European museums.

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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.