Ancient Art
April 17, 2020

Classical White Marble Sculptures Were Actually Painted But Lost Color Over Time

Marble sculpture is a cornerstone of art history. The ancient Greeks left a legacy of transformative sculptural works that reached for unprecedented naturalism in Hellenistic gems such as Venus de Milo and Nike of Samothrace. This was succeeded by the ancient Romans, who copied their major works and created portrait busts and equestrian statues of major historical figures. At the time of their completion, however, these ancient masterpieces looked remarkably different.

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Embroidery
April 16, 2020

Chinese Artists Are Creating Beautiful Silk Embroidery Using Traditional Techniques

When art enthusiast Ying H turned 30, she quit her job to travel the world and rediscover what made her truly happy. During this time of self-exploration, Ying reconnected with her Chinese heritage, which she says she neglected for most of her life. This sparked an idea for a new path, and Ying founded the online store Yingifts, which showcases traditional silk embroidery by dozens of Chinese artists.

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Technology
April 14, 2020

Students in Japan Use Robots to Virtually Attend Their Graduation Ceremony

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many schools and universities to temporarily close, impacting over 91% of the world’s student population (according to UNESCO). Many of these students have had to adjust to learning from home, by communicating with teachers and fellow students online. Additionally, most education institutions have had to cancel their graduation ceremonies. However, thanks to technology, students of Business Breakthrough (BBT) University found a way to let the show go on.

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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.