Installation
June 11, 2019

Monumental Hands Reach Across Venice Canal as a Symbol of Unity

Sculptor Lorenzo Quinn triumphantly returns to Venice with yet another monumental installation. Six pairs of hands stretch across the basin of the historic Arsenal, joining together to create a bridge of unity. At almost 50 feet high and 65 feet wide, Building Bridges is a stunning addition to the city as it experiences the Venice Biennale. And for Quinn, it's a spectacular bookend to his 2017 work in Venice, Support, which garnered worldwide acclaim.

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Sculpture
June 10, 2019

Spinning Kinetic Sculptures Inspired by Fibonacci Sequence Help Reduce Stress

Inspired by the mathematical Fibonacci Sequence, London-born artist Ivan Black created an interactive kinetic sculpture called Square Wave that creates mesmerizing optical illusions when it spins. The Fibonacci formula is often referred to as “nature's secret code,” and is said to command the form of every living thing. Black’s kinetic toy cleverly combines natural forms with the mathematical formula to create a seamlessly integrated mechanism.

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Embroidery
June 9, 2019

25+ Funny Cross Stitches with Unexpectedly Modern Humor

Get a laugh from these cross stitch patterns!   Nasty Woman Pattern   Cake Cross Stitch Pattern   Space Cross Stitch Pattern   Welcome Pattern   Friends Don't Let Friends Do Stupid Stuff Alone   Office Sweet Office Pattern   Per My Last Email Pattern   Let's Get Kraken   Stop. Collaborate. Listen. Pattern   Gym? I Thought You Said Gin!

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Art
June 8, 2019

6 Artists Who Use Their Art to Promote Ocean Conservation

June 8 marks World Oceans Day—a global celebration of the lungs of our planet, and all the creatures who inhabit it. The worldwide movement aims to raise awareness of the importance of ocean conservation and sustainable actions to counteract the effects of global warming and pollution. Many people around the world are doing their part to save our seas, including contemporary artists.

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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.