Painting
September 11, 2019

Interview: Powerful 3D Mural of Harriet Tubman Reaching Out a Helping Hand

Specializing in large-scale murals, Maryland-based artist Michael Rosato has crafted countless powerful works of public art. Over the last 25 years, Rosato has developed a signature style of painting, characterized by monumental compositions, site-specific subject matter, and, most distinctively, an expert use of the trompe-l’oeil technique.  All of these characteristics can be found in his latest project: Take My Hand, a colossal mural of Harriet Tubman.

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Funny
September 9, 2019

Parents Share Hilariously Honest Photos of Life Before and After Having Kids

Becoming a parent changes you in profound ways. You now have a child in tow, of course, and your relatively carefree lifestyle has experienced a giant shift. Maybe you went from staying out until 2 AM to now turning off the lights at 9 PM, and, to top it all off, your favorite shirt is covered in spit-up. Sometimes parenting can feel isolating, but thanks to the Got Toddlered Instagram, it doesn't have to.

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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.