Inspiring
May 10, 2022

After 22 Years, Bionic Gloves Allow Famed Brazilian Pianist Maestro João Carlos Martins To Play Again

Embed from Getty Images For famed Brazilian pianist Maestro João Carlos Martins, music has always been a part of him. For decades, Martins was Brazil’s most acclaimed classical pianist, from his time as a child prodigy to playing and recording with the world’s top orchestras. He even recorded a 20 CD collection of Bach’s complete works, which stands as the largest series of Bach keyboard recordings by a single artist.

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Illustration
May 10, 2022

Ukrainian Artist Remembers Those Lost in Russian Invasion in Heartbreaking “War Notes”

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began, Ukrainian artist Olga Wilson has been keeping what she calls “war notes.” Although it conjures up the idea of journal entries, Wilson's notes are actually drawings and short explanations (shared as captions) on her Instagram account. Updated nearly every day since the beginning of March, her digital drawings provide a heartbreaking account of what is happening in her country.

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Installation
May 9, 2022

French Artist Creates Ethereal Cardboard Bridges Suspended by Balloons

For over 20 years, French artist Olivier Grossetête has been creating what he calls Participative Monumental Constructions. Made with the assistance of local communities, these ephemeral pieces of architecture are erected using only cardboard boxes and tape. Grossetête works without the assistance of machinery, using only the help of local participants to bring these fantasy pieces to 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.