Sculpture
November 4, 2019

Interview: Artist Hand-Cuts Incredibly Intricate Paper Sculptures That Mimic Microorganisms

Nature has many fascinating forms, but some of the most interesting structures are too small to be visible to the naked eye. Other than in science books or under a microscope, we don’t have the ability to observe the surprising beauty of living microorganisms, despite them being all around us. However, artist Rogan Brown makes the invisible visible with his incredibly intricate paper sculptures mimicking the shapes and forms of these micro marvels.

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Painting
November 3, 2019

Photorealistic Oil Paintings of Empty Beds Capture Feelings of Grief and Isolation

When you’re feeling down, sometimes the only place you want to be is in your own bed. Even if you aren’t sleeping, there’s something comforting and restorative about spending time wrapped up in bed sheets, hidden from the world. Artist Stephanie Serpick’s photorealistic oil paintings of empty, unmade beds are a personal expression of her own grief, depression, and isolation. Serpick started the series 3 years ago, shortly after the 2016 U.S. election.

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Food Art
November 1, 2019

Delectable Fine Art-Inspired Cakes Look Like They Belong in a Museum

Sibling duo Madina Yavorskaya and Rustam Kungurov are the talented bakers behind Moscow-based bakery Tortik Annushka. But their cakes aren’t your ordinary tarts and pastries—they craft delectable desserts inspired by fine art. From a Van Gogh-themed double-tier cake to a Hieronymus Bosch-inspired masterpiece, scrolling through their Instagram is like visiting a virtual art museum—except it’s all edible!

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Creative Products
October 31, 2019

Hasbro Releases ‘Friends’ Monopoly to Celebrate the Iconic TV Series

Are you a Friends fanatic? If so, then you’re probably enjoying the memorabilia created in celebration of its 25th anniversary. Once you've finished assembling the recently released LEGO Central Perk, try your hand at Monopoly Friends edition. Modeled after the 1930s real estate game, the board and its pieces have been reimagined as components from the beloved sitcom. Friends Monopoly will have you reliving its 10 seasons as you move around the board.

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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.