Photography
May 24, 2019

Interview: Incredible Split-Second Photo of Bald Eagle with Symmetrical Reflection

Amateur wildlife photographer Steve Biro has been photographing birds for the past 10 years. Intrigued by their behavior and pushed by his love for the outdoors, Biro spends hours each week honing his craft. On a recent trip to the Canadian Raptor Conservancy in Ontario, an interaction with a feisty Bald Eagle resulted in a photo that's been causing a sensation online.

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Art History
May 22, 2019

How Mondrian Won the Art World with Just Three Colors

A true master of modern art, Piet Mondrian was a risk taker whose bold, fearless choices allowed him to become one of the most recognized artists of the 20th century. His abstract paintings in red, yellow, and blue rely on lines and geometry to make a statement and are a far cry from the conservative Dutch art scene he came of age in.

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Creative Products
May 22, 2019

Novel Purses Let You Bring Beautiful Books with You Wherever You Go

You're not supposed to judge a book by its cover—but what about a purse? Illustrating that beautiful bindings are always in style, Elena Myloslavskaya of BAGatelle Studio crafts eye-catching clutches masquerading as charming editions of classic literature. Each of BAGatelle Studio's book bags offers a fresh take on an old masterwork, like The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett and Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote.

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Illusion
May 21, 2019

Blue or Green? What Color You See Says A Lot About How Your Brain Works

If you're a fan of optical illusions and how people's perceptions differ, try this experiment conducted by Optical Express. Take a look at the above image. What color do you see, blue or green? While the answer might seem cut and dry, people's answers differ widely. According to the survey of 1,000 people conducted by Optical Express, 64% perceived the top image to be green and 32% believed it was blue.

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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.