Drawing
October 15, 2019

Designer Creates Diagrams and Maps to Visually Explain Complex Systems and Ideas

If you’ve ever been lost in a new city or totally bamboozled by the proper way to set a table, New York-based designer and inventor Archie Archambault (of Archie’s Press) aims to set you straight. His minimalist diagrams and map illustrations visualize complex forms and ideas in an easy-to-understand way—and they look great too! Archambault began his chart series when he was living in Portland and got lost.

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Animals
October 14, 2019

Tigers Have Fake Eyes on Their Ears as a Possible Defense Mechanism

It can be tough out in the wild for many animals, so it's no surprise that a number of species use whatever they have at their disposal to help them survive. This includes different types of mimicry as a defensive strategy to keep them safe. While we often consider powerful animals like tigers to be at the top of the food chain, that doesn't mean that they too can't benefit from a little extra protection.

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Travel
October 11, 2019

My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to London

If New York is the city that never sleeps, London must be a close second. The English metropolis is buzzing with contemporary culture as well as a rich history that, together, will ensure you'll never run out of things to do—whether you’re visiting for the first or the 50th time.

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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.