Art History
May 3, 2021

The Madonna and Child: How the Divine Duo Has Inspired Artists for Centuries

Images of the Madonna and Child—a title that typically denotes a visual representation of the Virgin Mary and her infant son, Jesus—are among painting's most praised motifs. Originally an ancient devotional practice stemming from biblical beliefs, artistically representing these figures has become a central theme in the canon of art history.

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Style
May 3, 2021

75-Year-Old Grandpa Dresses Like Stylish Celebrities Proving Fashion Has No Age Limit

You might think that style fades as you age, but take one look at “Gramps” and you’ll see that’s just not true. Photographer Jannik Diefenbach has been snapping pictures of his stylish 75-year-old grandfather dressed in streetwear and rocking every look with ease. From knit beanies to cuffed chinos to countless pairs of Nikes, Gramps shows that if you love what you’re wearing and you’re confident in it, you’ll look great no matter what.

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Architecture
May 2, 2021

10 Facts About Filippo Brunelleschi and His Famous Dome of Florence

Italian architect and engineer Filippo Brunelleschi was one of the most influential figures of the Italian Renaissance and is considered to be a founding father of Renaissance architecture. Like many notable architects of the period, Brunelleschi was not just an architect. He was an engineer, an artist, a sculptor, a planner, a metalworker, a ship designer, a metalworker, and more.

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Design
May 1, 2021

25+ Free Zoom Backgrounds to Creatively Transform Your Video Meetings

With more people working from home than ever, kitchens have suddenly doubled as offices. If you’re someone who has created a temporary workspace in a random room of your house,  your video conferencing background might leave much to be desired. After all, you might not want your colleagues to see a messy counter or sink full of dishes. Thankfully, apps including Zoom allow you to change your background to a photo while you're still visible.

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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.