Creative Products
May 11, 2020

22 Creative Office Products to Make Your Workday More Functionally Fun

Working in an office—even if that office is in your home—can be monotonous. Day in and day out, you see the same desk, computer screen, and stationery supplies; you might even grow an unlikely attachment to your stapler. But just because you see these things for 40+ hours a week doesn’t mean you have to be at odds with them. Fun office supplies will make even the drabbest work days better.

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Animals
May 11, 2020

Adorable Photos of Harvest Mice Frolicking in Tulips Will Make You Smile

If you're looking to put a smile on your face, look no further than these photos of adorable harvest mice frolicking in tulips. Taken by professional photographer Miles Herbert of CaptiveLight Photography, the pictures capture the playful personalities of these little creatures. Harvest mice are already cute on their own, but pairing them with vibrant tulips somehow enhances their charm. Photography comes naturally to Herbert, whose father worked for Kodak.

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Art History
May 9, 2020

Tracing the Glistening History of Glass Making From Ancient Beads to Contemporary Art

For thousands of years, artisans have explored the endless possibilities offered by glass. Spanning time and place, the ancient practice of glassmaking remains one of the world's most prevalent art forms. Together, with its versatility, it is this timelessness that has solidified the importance of glassmaking in the history of art. Have you ever wondered how this whimsical art form has evolved?

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Animals
May 8, 2020

Heartwarming Photos Capture Two Penguins Comforting Each Other at Night

In times of need, we often turn to friends for comfort. Animals are no different and photographer Tobias Baumgaertner proved this when he shared these moving photos with the world. Taken in Melbourne, the photographs show two penguins embracing each other as they gaze upon the city lights. Baumgaertner spent three nights with the little penguin colony in St. Kilda before he was able to snap the photographs.

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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.