Impressionism
February 25, 2021

Mystery of the Secret Message Written on Edvard Munch’s ‘The Scream’ Finally Solved

Etched into the paint of one of the most famous paintings in the world, a haunting eight-word sentence has been a mystery to art historians for over a century. In 1904, a Danish art critic peering at Edvard Munch‘s The Scream noticed graffiti along the rolling clouds of the blood-red sunset. The sentence reads, “Can only have been painted by a madman.

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Photography
February 24, 2021

Photos Imagine What U.S. Presidents From History Might Look Like Today

While photos and videos of modern-day U.S. Presidents are constantly featured on our newsfeeds, Presidents of the past are remembered with just a few black and white photos or portrait paintings. Curious about how Presidents from history would look if they were alive today, Award-winning comic book writer Magdalene Visaggio created a manipulated photo series called Modern Presidents. Visaggio used smartphone apps to create modern-day interpretations of each President.

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Cars
February 23, 2021

This Double-Decker Luxury Camper Van Has a Pop-Up Second Floor

Over the years, van life has been gaining more and more traction. Though this nomadic lifestyle isn't for everyone, there is an undeniable appeal to maintaining all the comforts of your stationary home as you set out on the open road. RVs and campers designed with that explicit purpose continue to hit the market, each time offering more and more coveted amenities.

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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.