Art
February 18, 2021

5 Artists Who Make Rainbow-Colored Masterpieces Using NASA-Developed Dichroic Glass

Rainbows are pretty magical, and although we’re drawn to them, the natural phenomena is totally intangible. Rainbows are an optical illusion that are only visible depending on how light and water react in the sky. But what if we could recreate similar spectrums of light using man-made materials? Dichroic light filters can filter light from a white light source to produce light that looks as though it’s highly saturated in color.

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Embroidery
February 18, 2021

Beautiful Embroidery Captures Stunning Star Trails With Shimmering Beads

Nature is a constant source of inspiration for many artists, and Russian creative Ksenia Zimenko is no exception. She captures the beauty of mountains, waterfalls, trees, and sunsets with bead embroidery designs that shimmer when the light hits them. Depending on the size of the design and the amount of detail she wants to achieve, Zimenko can spend several weeks on one piece.

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Photo Contest
February 16, 2021

Robert Irwin Wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year’s People’s Choice Award

Photographing the natural world is an art form with a side of science. Whether they are identifying species or capturing the effects of climate change, wildlife photographers immerse themselves in their surroundings, and the are awarded for their incredible images every year. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year—developed and produced by the Natural History Museum, London—is a prestigious competition that has drawn nature photographers from around the world for decades.

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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.