Street Art
January 3, 2020

Street Artist ROA’s Incredible Black and White Animal Murals Are Now Immortalized in a Book

For over a decade, Belgian street artist ROA has been painting his black and white murals of animals around the world. Moving from abandoned warehouses to giant building facades, his murals have made him one of the most sought after street artists in the world. Now, there's finally a book to document some of his most remarkable works.

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News
January 2, 2020

Nat Geo Photographer’s Photos of Rare Animals Were Stolen in Luggage Theft and He Needs Your Help

Anyone who has ever had a piece of luggage stolen knows what a nightmare it can be. But what if your luggage contained not only clothing and personal items, but also irreplaceable photographs? This is, unfortunately, the case for National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore. Sartore was at the Bali Airport on December 20 when his carry-on was stolen.

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Creative Products
January 2, 2020

Learn About the Illustrative Embroidery of Sarah K. Benning in This Gorgeous Book

Recently, there has been a resurgence in the age-old craft of hand embroidery. Artists across the internet have picked up the trade and shared their unique interpretations, including art history-inspired brooches, English landscapes, and 3D portraits. Among them is contemporary artist Sarah K. Benning, whose hand-stitched creations are as vibrant as they are detailed. Based in New Hampshire, Benning was trained in fine art before discovering a passion for embroidery.

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Art
January 1, 2020

Poetic Illustrations Are Delicately Cut From a Single Sheet of Paper

At first glance, the illustrative artwork of Japan-born, San Francisco-based artist Kanako Abe looks like it was rendered with a black fine liner, but each intricate piece is actually cut from paper. Abe has been practicing the delicate art of paper cutting (Kiri-e in Japanese) since 2012, and it’s clear to see she’s now perfected her craft. From floral motifs to figurative paper illustrations, Abe’s thoughtful work illustrates the beauty found in fragility.

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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.