Ancient Art
October 8, 2019

10 Facts About the Parthenon, the Icon of Ancient Greece

When one thinks of history's great civilizations, it's impossible not to include the ancient Greeks. For centuries, they helped give birth to Western culture as we now know it. From law and politics to athletics and architecture, the ancient Greeks have left an indelible mark on society. And perhaps there's no building that evokes ancient Greece more than the Parthenon.

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Art
October 8, 2019

Beautifully Ornate Paper Cut-Outs Pay Homage to Traditional Paisley Designs

The traditional paisley pattern is of Persian and Indian origin, but you’ve probably seen versions of the ornate teardrop-shaped motifs on western textiles such as men’s ties and pocket squares. The paisley pattern has traveled the silk routes from East to West, adorned the clothing of people all over the world, and even became an emblem of the hippy era after it was popularized by the Beatles.

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Inspiring
October 7, 2019

Homeless Woman Known as “Subway Soprano” Gets Record Deal After Singing Video Goes Viral

Just a few days ago, Emily Zamourka thought that her dreams of finding fame in Los Angles were unattainable. Over the last two years, the 52-year-old Russian immigrant had lost her home and, most poignantly, her precious violin—an instrument that was worth much more than its $10,000 value when it was stolen from her. “It was my treasure, and it was my income, too,” she said. “It was everything.

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Ancient Art
October 6, 2019

How This 30,000-Year-Old Figurine Continues to Captivate Today

Throughout history, countless creatives have found inspiration in Venus, the Roman goddess of love. Derived from Aphrodite, a prominent deity in ancient Greek mythology, Venus was central to Roman worship—and, in turn, to art of the time. While the 2nd-century-BCE Venus de Milo is perhaps the most well-known sculpture of the goddess, it is not the oldest; in fact, that honor goes to the Venus of Willendorf, a piece that predates the myth itself by over 20,000 years.

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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.