Photography
April 6, 2020

‘Polaroid Now’ Is a Vintage-Inspired Instant Camera With Modern Features

Instant photography is taking another step forward with the Polaroid Now. This analog instant camera has the look and feel that Polaroid is known for, but with a few extra touches that make it easier than ever to capture your favorite memories. Polaroid Now retains some of the features introduced with the 2018 OneStep+ model, but has a few design and functionality tweaks that are sure to make it a hit.

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Installation
April 5, 2020

Clever Rotating Mirror Installation Reflects Different Views of Venice’s Doge’s Palace

In an effort to transform our vision of well-worn architecture, French design Arnaud Lapierre has created a moving art installation in the heart of Venice. Using sixteen round mirrors that slowly turn in synchronicity, Lapierre breaks apart some of Venice's most famous buildings. These fragments then bounce back and completely disarm our sensibilities. Lapierre's contemporary installation, AZIMUT, was originally installed on the Riva degli Schiavoni, just in front of the Doge's Palace, in late February.

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Resources
April 3, 2020

10+ Emergency Funds to Help Artists Impacted by the Coronavirus

With cancellations and postponements happening in every corner of the world, artists and creatives are being left in economic peril due to the coronavirus. As galleries and cultural centers close their doors, many artists are seeing their once filled calendars slowly emptying. With little return for investments already made, what alternatives do artists have in this time of crisis? Luckily, there are specific funding opportunities for artists facings hardships due to COVID-19.

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Funny
April 3, 2020

Bored Hairstylist Gives Boyfriend Hilarious Daily Hairdos During Quarantine

Like many of us who have a public-facing job, hairstylist Heidi Oley is currently unable to work due to the COVID-19 crisis. However, that hasn’t stopped her from doing what she loves—she’s been giving her boyfriend Geoffrey daily hairdos while they're both quarantined together in a cabin. From a Princess Leia-inspired updo to an Amy Winehouse beehive, Oley is clearly enjoying getting creative with Geoffrey’s locks—and he looks like he’s having fun too!

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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.