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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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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Street Art
November 21, 2018

These “Negative” Murals Only Reveal Themselves When Colors Are Inverted

Colombian artist Sepc is known for his figurative aerosol art and graffiti lettering, but it's a new technique that is making waves. The artist was looking for a way to reinvent himself when he decided to experiment with painting in “negative.” The results are pieces of art that can only be fully appreciated when “developed” into a “positive” image.

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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.