Art History
September 15, 2019

How the Hudson River School Became America’s First Art Movement

During the 19th century, a group of American painters dedicated themselves to cultivating a style that would have its roots in the New World, rather than looking back to Europe. Inspired by the untamed landscape of their surroundings and filled with ideas of exploration, these landscape painters helped create what is now known as the Hudson River School. In these landscapes, the environment is filled with drama and emotion.

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Painting
September 11, 2019

Interview: Powerful 3D Mural of Harriet Tubman Reaching Out a Helping Hand

Specializing in large-scale murals, Maryland-based artist Michael Rosato has crafted countless powerful works of public art. Over the last 25 years, Rosato has developed a signature style of painting, characterized by monumental compositions, site-specific subject matter, and, most distinctively, an expert use of the trompe-l’oeil technique.  All of these characteristics can be found in his latest project: Take My Hand, a colossal mural of Harriet Tubman.

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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.