Wildlife Photography
March 14, 2022

Photographer Befriends the Birds in Her Backyard and They Become Her Best Models

Photographer Jessica Kirste‘s work proves that you don't need to go to an exotic location to take incredible photos of wildlife. Her own backyard is fertile ground, and she made good use of it in 2021 to capture the birds that call it home. After slowly earning their trust, she was able to transition from photographing them through a window to joining them outside. That's when the magic really started.

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Watercolor Painting
March 13, 2022

Dreamy Watercolor Portraits Capture Subjects in Moments of Introspection

Unlike oil and acrylic, watercolor can often feel like it has a life of its own. And while some artists find this aspect of the medium challenging, others find the unpredictability a source of creative inspiration. Painter Ali Cavanaugh harnesses these mysterious qualities in her series of exquisite watercolor portraits, which capture different subjects in moments of introspection. Cavanaugh received a degree in painting from Michigan's Kendall College of Art and Design, specializing in oil.

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Social Cause
March 11, 2022

Polish Charity Workers Are Risking Their Lives to Rescue Animals Across the Ukraine Border

Embed from Getty Images As the war continues to ravage Ukraine, lives hang in the balance as they're torn apart by the conflict. In the midst of fleeing to safer territory, many people have made tremendous sacrifices to bring their beloved pets along with them. Others, unfortunately, haven’t been so lucky. As a result, there are some animals who have been left behind in the middle of the chaos.

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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.