Social Cause
June 27, 2022

Powerful Signs Protesting the Overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court

On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 landmark decision that protected a woman's right to abortion on a federal level for nearly 50 years. As a result, abortion access has reverted back to the decision of individual states, placing abortion access at risk for millions of Americans. There are 13 states (Arkansas, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming)

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Wedding
June 27, 2022

Couple Poses for Wedding Pictures Under a Dramatically Beautiful Sunset

When a wedding is over, the memories of it live on through photography. It’s a good reason why you shouldn’t skimp on having a dedicated photographer on your big day. If you need more proof, just look at these fantastic wedding portraits captured by photographer Timothy Anderson Jr. He shot the wedding of Lauren and Michael Bryne on the New Jersey shore. As the Sun was setting on their wedding day, Anderson Jr.

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Renaissance Art
June 26, 2022

The Story Behind the Sistine Chapel’s Stunning Ceiling by Michelangelo

Italian artist Michelangelo (1475–1564) is known as one of the most prolific painters and sculptors in history. As a key figure of the High Renaissance, he is specifically celebrated for his ambitious approach to scale and his expertise in anatomy. While all of his masterworks convey his undeniable talent, his world-famous fresco on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel stands above the rest.

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Crafts
June 26, 2022

Forgotten Fabric Scraps Find New Life as Charming Animal Sculptures

Artist Bryony Rose Jennings transforms forgotten fabric scraps into unexpected works of art. Like putting together a puzzle, she carefully chooses and stitches each textile scrap together until she creates a colorful animal sculpture. As a result, these whimsical handmade figurines are brimming with character. An artist for most of her life, Jennings has a background in jewelry design.

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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.