Art History
February 3, 2019

History of the Musée d’Orsay: From Parisian Train Station to World-Class Art Museum

For centuries, Paris has served as a quintessential creative hub. Attracting Bohemians and bon vivants alike, its thriving art scene is typified by a host of museums, including the famed Musée d'Orsay. With an emphasis on French art from the mid-19th to the early 20th century, the Musée d'Orsay features some of the world's most studied and celebrated masterpieces.

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Art History
February 2, 2019

500 Japanese Woodblock Prints from Van Gogh’s Collection Are Now Available to Download

During the second half of the 19th century, interest in Japanese art by Europeans was at an all-time high. This appetite for studying Japanese aesthetics, and its influence on Western art, is known as Japonism. Though closely associated with Impressionist painters like Edgar Degas and Mary Cassatt, Japanese woodblock prints also played a pivotal role in the career of Vincent Van Gogh.

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DIY
January 31, 2019

Here’s Where to Find Thousands of Sewing Patterns for Fashion-Forward DIY

Where to Find Sewing Patterns for Beginners and Beyond There are many popular pattern companies who consistently produce new designs based on what’s on-trend; Vogue, Burda, and Simplicity are some of the biggest names around. You can search on their sites for clothing patterns, but if you’re interested in smaller, curated selections, check out the sources below.   Indie Sew Indie Sew is an online community for the modern sewing enthusiast.

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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.