History
May 30, 2020

5 “Curiouser and Curiouser” Facts About Fanciful Writer Lewis Carroll

Few writers have captured imaginations like Lewis Carroll. A pioneer of the “literary nonsense” genre, the English author had a whimsical way with words and a flair for storytelling. A perfect pair, these talents gave way to one of modern history's most treasured tales: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Written in the middle of the 19th century, this fanciful story of a young girl's journey down a rabbit hole is now a staple of pop culture.

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Painting
May 30, 2020

Surreal Paintings of Serene Women Surrounded By a Beautiful Chaos of Color

Artist Soey Milk crafts beautiful portraits of women that contain elements of calm alongside calamity. She does this by implementing visual push and pull in all of her works. Some parts of the composition, such as the faces of her subjects, are tightly rendered in a realistic style while the backdrops are gestural with visible brushstrokes and paint drippings.

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Gift Guide
May 28, 2020

25 Personalized Father’s Day Gifts To Make Your Dad Feel Extra Special

With Father's Day approaching on June 15, 2025 (in the U.S.), you might be wondering what to get your dad this year. Even though most doting dads will be content with any gift their kids give them, why not go the extra mile? Purchasing a personalized gift is a thoughtful way to give anyone a present that will be uniquely theirs—and dads are no exception.

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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.