Drawing
July 22, 2020

Illustrator Uses Art to Give a Voice to the Black Lives Matter Movement [Interview]

Illustrator Nikkolas Smith is always creating. Whether he's working on children's books, creating movie posters, or teaching workshops in schools and universities, Smith pushes his creativity to the limits. Personally, he's also highly involved in what he's termed “artivism.” Using his art as his voice, Smith often publishes work that highlights racial injustice and the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Creative Products
July 21, 2020

26 Fun & Artsy Gifts For the Van Gogh Fan in Your Life

The work of Dutch Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh is among the most recognizable in the world. From Sunflowers to Starry Night, his expressive, colorful canvases from the 19th century continue to inspire millions of art lovers across the globe. The iconic artist managed to create a staggering 850 paintings and 1,300 drawings during his short career, despite his tragic battle with mental health.

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Portrait Photography
July 20, 2020

Dynamic Dancers Take to the City Streets Highlighting How the Whole World Is a Stage

Photographer Anna Ulman captures the dramatic beauty of dance in her dynamic portraits of performers in motion. Based in Marbella, Spain, Ulman takes advantage of charming cobblestone streets and coastline views as both compelling settings and as the inspiration for the movements that her subjects make. Sometimes, the dancers blend into the urban environment and perform their graceful actions in street clothes.

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Art History
July 19, 2020

Immerse Yourself in the Long-Running Tradition of Bathers in Art

For centuries, artists have drawn endless inspiration from the humble bather. Whether washing in a tub, in a basin, or at the sink, the bathing figure has popped up in art since ancient times, culminating in a muse that appears to float above the rest. In order to understand why such a seemingly simple subject has had such a long-running history, it's important to trace its artistic evolution.

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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.