Art Supplies
August 29, 2021

11 Best Watercolor Marker Sets for Beginners and Professionals

Watercolor paints are a popular medium for both professional artists and hobbyists alike. But, let’s face it: they can be a bit inconvenient to use. While there are some portable watercolor sets out there, you still have to make sure that you have a palette, paintbrush, and a cup of water handy. If you get discouraged by all of the accouterments needed for watercolor painting, give watercolor markers a try.

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Illustration
August 28, 2021

Empowering Illustrations Celebrate the Beauty of Blackness in Full Bloom

Shae, the Atlanta-based illustrator behind She Is This, is a Black female artist who seeks to empower women of color through her lively digital illustrations. Celebrating the beauty of skin in every shade of brown and hair in every color and texture, her art features Black girls and women wearing a variety of hairstyles and fashions that express who they are.

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Movies
August 27, 2021

Kristen Stewart Portrays Princess Diana in Much-Anticipated ‘Spencer’ Film

Earlier this week, film critics were treated to a private, five-minute clip screening from the Spencer film, starring Kristen Stewart, at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. And on August 26, the official first trailer was released to the public. The much-anticipated film—directed by Pablo Larraín— tells the story of the events leading up to Princess Diana’s decision to end her marriage with Prince Charles.

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Drawing Guide
August 26, 2021

How to Draw Different Kinds of Hair: Short, Long, Straight, Wavy, and Curly

People are some of the most fascinating and difficult subjects to draw. From rendering the complexity of eyes to the shapes of lips, there are many different nuances involved. And, while facial features capture the likeness of a person, hair can say a lot about their personality and style. Here we will learn how to draw five different kinds of hair: short, long, straight, wavy, and curly.

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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.