Inspiring
November 3, 2021

Boy Made Fun of for ‘Tony Stark’ Costume Finds Superhero Strength To Stand Up To Bullies

A 10-year-old boy named Evan was bullied for his “Iron Man” Halloween costume but showed that he has superhero strength like the hero he was emulating. It was time for a costume party at his elementary school, and Evan decided that rather than donning Iron Man's armor, he wanted to dress in Tony Stark's signature goatee and suit; his outfit made him look like a young Robert Downey Jr.

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Creative Products
November 2, 2021

35 Imaginative Gifts Inspired by Your Favorite Famous Artists

When it comes to favorite artists, who makes your list? Whether you consider yourself an art novice or a seasoned expert, you likely love at least one major mainstream figure from art history, making these famous artist gifts a perfect fit for any art lover. In this selection of goodies, you'll find an eclectic array of homages to some of the world's most celebrated artists.

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Art
November 2, 2021

75-Year-Old Artist Memorializes His Late Cat in Scenes of Giant Topiary Gardens

Have you heard of topiary? It’s the horticultural art of sculpting trees and shrubs into defined shapes. Inspired by the technique, 75-year-old British artist Richard Saunders began his series, The Topiary Cat, which involves digitally transforming foliage into felines. The ongoing series is inspired by his own cat, Tolly, who sadly passed away five years ago. However, his feline friend has been given a new lease on life through a fictional character.

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Portrait Photography
November 1, 2021

Photographer Shares Behind-the-Scenes Peek at How His Magical Photos Begin

Great photographers can make an image look effortless. But often, if you look behind the scenes, you'll realize just how imperfect their photos were and the magic they employed to make the final form a reality. Photographer Ibor Edosa Victor gives us a peek behind the curtain in his start-to-finish series of photos. In one image, Victor shares the setup for the photo, which often seems less than ideal for creating a great picture.

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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.