Photography
May 28, 2019

Artist Constructs Heartbreaking Image Reminding Us to Love the Earth

Photographer and digital artist Felix Hernandez visualizes his “thoughts, dreams, and ideas” through fantastical photos crafted from toy models, hand-built sets, and clever camera tricks. His latest project, Heartbreak, explores the negative impact we humans are having on our planet. “Nature is beautiful, it's amazing, and we all are part of it,” says Hernandez. “But with our actions we are taking it down.

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Art
May 25, 2019

Interview: Delicately Painted Photos Look Like Portraits of Fading Memories

Artist Casper Faassen creates work that oscillates two worlds. Through his Asia Series, the Netherlands-based creative fuses photography and painting to create works that, while featuring real humans and ceramic objects, give off the impression that they are fleeting figments of our imagination. Faassen has a deep interest in the traditional culture of Japan. The concept of Mono no Aware has been particularly influential in the development of Asia Series.

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Travel
May 24, 2019

6 Surprising Facts About the Roman Colosseum

There's nothing that exemplifies ancient Rome quite like the Colosseum. Constructed between 70 CE and 80 CE, this iconic piece of Roman architecture is not only the largest amphitheater ever built, but a symbol of Italian culture. Home to gladiatorial games, the Colosseum has continued to capture the imagination of the public for nearly 2,000 years as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

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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.