Inspiring
May 17, 2022

Ukrainian Man and His Dog Escape Mariupol by Walking 140 Miles to Safety

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine drags on, people continue to flee from unsafe parts of the country. Some travel by car or train while others, like Igor Pedin, escape on two feet. The 61-year-old walked from the besieged city of Mariupol to Zaporizhzhia—a place that's 140 miles away. In the U.S., that would be the equivalent of walking from Washington, D.C., to Philadelphia. And Pedin didn’t make the trek alone.

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Academy
May 17, 2022

Start Your Creative Journey When You Enroll in These Popular Online Classes

Looking for a way to unleash your creativity? Well, then look no further than My Modern Met Academy. Our online learning website is dedicated to helping you hone your art and photography skills. If you need a place to start, check out some of the most popular classes on our platform. These courses run the gamut and range from technical architectural drawing and portraiture to pet photography and abstract floral painting.

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Landscape Photography
May 16, 2022

Astrophotographers Around the World Share Their Best Photos of the Milky Way

The Milky Way has long been a source of fascination for scientists and astronomy lovers alike. And while researchers are busy imaging black holes in our galaxy, there are many astrophotographers who also focus their attention on the Milky Way. From Tibet to Utah to New Zealand and Chile, there are so many spectacular locations to view our galaxy.

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Design
May 16, 2022

Fun and Functional Glass Decanters Double as Elegant Animal Sculptures

Glass decanters are beautiful objects that add presentation style to wine, alcohol, and other liquids. American artist Charlie Matz adds his own twist to these classic serving jugs by creating decanters with exquisite sculptural elements inspired by animals. Fish, crabs, jellyfish, and more adorn the tops of these exquisite pieces, transforming them into fine art. Matz currently works at the Chicago-based glass studio Ignite Glass.

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