Art
January 27, 2020

Artist Creates Gigantic Pop Culture Portraits From Thousands of Rubik’s Cubes

There are many Rubik’s Cube masters out there who can solve the iconic 3D puzzle in record time, but there aren’t many people who can create art from the colorful cubes. When we first introduced you to Pete Fecteau (of Buttonpresser Studios) back in 2011, he had just completed an epic mosaic of Martin Luther King Jr. made entirely out of 4,242 Rubik’s Cubes.

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Art History
January 24, 2020

7 Important Types of Chinese Art, From Ancient Pottery to Modern Poetry

As one of the world's oldest civilizations, it comes as no surprise that China boasts a rich history of art. Over the course of over 3,000 years, the country has crafted a vibrant culture made up of countless art forms, that, together, help paint a picture of China's fascinating evolution. Here, we unearth some of the age-old country's most important artistic contributions, from ancient pottery to classical poetry to contemporary installation.

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Cityscape Photography
January 23, 2020

Dreamy Photos Capture the Charming, Candy-Colored Streets of San Francisco

Famous for its picturesque streets lined with colorful houses and charming architecture, San Francisco is the subject of photographer Helene Havard’s latest series. Havard traveled from her home in French Polynesia to the “City by the Bay,” where she captured the magic of this unique, candy-colored town. “I stroll in the streets at random and just let my inspiration flow,” Havard tells My Modern Met. “I am mostly interested in shape and colors.

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Design
January 21, 2020

These Shampoo Bottles Are Made Entirely of Soap as Eco-Friendly Packaging

It’s no secret that plastic waste is a huge problem for the environment. In addition to food packaging, cosmetic and toiletry products are some of the many items that are filling up landfills and polluting oceans. That’s why Berlin-based product designer Jonna Breitenhuber decided to come up with a zero waste alternative to plastic bottles. She created SOAPBOTTLE—packaging made from soap.

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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.