Painting
August 12, 2020

Sculptural Palette Knife Paintings Capture the Striking Beauty of California Beaches

Sometimes, the splendorous beauty of the ocean cannot be captured in photographs alone. La Jolla, California-based artist Krista Schumacher creates vibrant tactile paintings that embody the entire sensory experience of a day at the beach. Her ongoing series traverses the idyllic seascapes of Southern California at different times of the day. Schumacher has many considerations when beginning her paintings.

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Animals
August 11, 2020

This Snapchat Filter Will Instantly Turn Your Dog Into a Disney Character

If you think that the animals in Disney films are adorable, then Snapchat has a new filter you're sure to love. Called “cartoon face,” it transforms your dog into a “Disneyfied” version of themselves, making them even cuter than they already are. This is not a filter by Disney, but the illustration style recalls the aesthetic of their classic flicks like 101 Dalmatians and Lady and the Tramp.

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DIY
August 10, 2020

Artist Releases DIY Crochet Pattern for Her Adorable Turtle Toy With Removable Shell

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to crochet, we’ve got the perfect starter project. Kate Kobets (of Toysneed) has created this adorable baby turtle with a removable shell, and she’s selling the DIY pattern and instructions on Etsy. The completed doll makes a great gift for a baby or young child, and anyone can make this super-cute character at home.

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Landscape Photography
August 9, 2020

Photographer Captures Sight of a Rare Comet That Only Appears Every 6,800 Years

Photographer Dan Zafra from Capture the Atlas is used to traveling to exotic locations to capture his imagery. But his latest weekend adventure took him to a new place that was a little closer to home—the Adirondack Mountains. Located in the northeastern part of New York state, this gorgeous landscape is known as one of the darkest parts of the East Coast.

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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.