Sculpture
August 4, 2021

The First Underwater Museum in the Mediterranean Is Now Open in Cyprus

Sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor is well-known for his incredible underwater museums and exhibits. His latest project, the Museum of Underwater Sculpture Ayia Napa (MUSAN), is the first underwater museum in the Mediterranean. MUSAN is described as an underwater forest full of beautiful life that tells a story about its home. Located 200 meters off the coast of Aiya Napa, MUSAN is bound to provide a boost to the area’s tourism.

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Podcast
August 4, 2021

Photographer Jamel Shabazz on Life in 1980s NYC and Using His Camera to Connect With His Community [Podcast]

Photographer Jamel Shabazz has been photographing New York and its hip-hop culture for decades. This week on the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast, we interview Jamel on his career and how he uses photography to make connections with the people around him. Listen in for beautiful stories on photography acting as “visual medicine” for people mourning loved ones, healing from a difficult past, or just reminiscing on their community.

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Inspiring
August 3, 2021

Boy Proudly Wears Scar After Saving Younger Sister From Dog Attack

In 2020, a then-6-year-old named Bridger Walker risked his life to save his younger sister from a dog attack. When the young boy saw a German Shepard charging at his sister, he stood between her and the dog. His sister was safe, but Bridger sustained extensive injuries to his face and head; he ended up getting 90 stitches afterward. “If someone had to die,” he said of his bravery, “I thought it should be me.

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Art Supplies
August 2, 2021

7 Best Fabric Markers to Customize Your Clothing and Accessories

Plain t-shirts and tote bags are great staples when you don't know what to wear, but they don't always let you express your personality. A fun and easy way to bring your own creativity to the garments you wear is by adding your own designs with fabric markers. These convenient tools allow you to customize clothing, bags, and other textile objects with drawings, doodles, and more.

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