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November 27, 2018

Retro-Chic RV Trailer Inspired by ‘Mad Men’ Offers Mid-Century Modern Luxury on Wheels

Fans of both the television show Mad Men and tiny homes have found an unlikely pairing thanks to Land Ark RV. The company has created a mid-century modern RV called “Draper,” named after the iconic character Don Draper who made the television drama famous. “Make it simple, but significant,” he stated in the show.

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Creative Products

November 27, 2018

Designer Creates Guessing Game About Incredible Women Who Have Changed the World

Those who remember the guessing game Guess Who? might also remember the controversy it caused.

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Food Art

November 27, 2018

This Baker Makes Amazing Cakes With Edible Galaxies and Secret Gardens Within

From buttercream flowers to geode-inspired icing, we’ve seen many awe-inspiring cakes that capture the beauty of nature.

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Art

November 26, 2018

Major Exhibition Explores Van Gogh’s Influence on David Hockney for the First Time

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is a must-visit for modern art fans. In addition to housing a world-class collection of work by Van Gogh, the museum also offers exhibitions that contextualize the Post-Impressionist‘s influence on contemporary artists. The latest show to illustrate this approach is Hockney – Van Gogh. The Joy of Nature, a major exhibition planned for the spring.

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Animals

November 26, 2018

Adorable Dog Portraits Before and After Japanese Grooming Makeovers

Two years ago, animal photographer Grace Chon introduced her charming dog haircut portrait series, Hairy.

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Photography

November 25, 2018

Interview: One Photographer’s Journey to Immortalize the Nomadic People of Northern Mongolia

Belgian photographer and professional dancer Shed Mojahid is known for his ability to capture the acrobatics of dancers in motion.

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Drawing

November 24, 2018

Imaginative Illustrations Visualize Adventures Through Colorful Fantasy Lands

Slovenia-based illustrator Vivian Mineker creates charming, atmospheric illustrations that visualize colorful, imaginary scenes. From adventures through fantasy forests to close encounters with spirit animal friends, each dreamlike artwork looks like it’s straight out of a storybook. “I have been drawing since I can remember, really,” Mineker tells My Modern Met.

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Ancient Art

November 23, 2018

This Armless Sculpture Is One of the Louvre’s Most Treasured Masterpieces

It’s no secret that the Louvre museum has one of the world’s most stunning collections of art.

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Art

November 23, 2018

Brooklyn Museum Announces “Major Exhibit” on the Life and Work of Frida Kahlo

This winter, the Brooklyn Museum will present a landmark exhibition that explores the art and identity of famed Mexican artist...

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History

November 22, 2018

7 Surprising Facts About the Egyptian Pyramids

The Egyptian pyramids are one of the defining architectural achievements of the ancient world. As an incredible feat of engineering, Egyptologists are still discovering more about these structures with each passing year. The Giza pyramid complex has drawn visitors from around the world since the days of the Grand Tour and children around the world who study the mysteries of ancient Egypt can’t help but associate the pyramids with the grand pharaohs of yesteryear.

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