Art
July 8, 2020

The Colorful History of Depression Glass and Its Continued Popularity

Have you ever looked into your grandmother’s china cabinet and found a few pieces of lightly tinted glassware? Ever wonder what these curiously colored objects were or where they came from? Well, wonder no more! These varied forms of rainbow-tinged glassware are called Depression glass. They were incredibly commonplace when they first started being sold in the late 1920s, and truly came in a rainbow array of colors and patterns.

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Drawing
July 8, 2020

Disney Princesses Are Reimagined as Modern-Day Women in Glam Transformations

Disney princesses continue to be a source of inspiration for artists who want to explore these beloved icons in a new context. We've seen these gals reimagined as classical oil paintings, femme fatales, and even real-life people. Now, artist Yudelmis “Yudie” San Emeterio uses her digital manipulation skills to give each animated starlet a modern makeover.

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Creative Products
July 6, 2020

LEGO Unveils Artistic Poster Sets for Adults That You Can Hang on Your Wall

There’s something incredibly relaxing about stepping away from digital screens to create something with our hands. That’s why LEGO is constantly creating new kits for adults that are not only fun to build, but nice to look at, too. The Danish toy production company is soon to release a fresh collection of adult-friendly products, called LEGO Art. The new range of sets allow you to build your own pop culture-inspired wall art.

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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.