Art History
October 7, 2018

Exploring Fauvism’s Expressive and Colorful Contributions to Modern Art

At the start of the 20th century, the modern art movement was taking shape around the world. In Austria, Gustav Klimt was crafting his glimmering gold paintings. In Tahiti, ex-patriate Paul Gauguin was keeping Post-Impressionism alive. And in France, a “wild” group of artists founded Fauvism, a genre defined by an expressive approach to painting. Unlike most other major art movements, Fauvism lasted for only a few years.

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Drawing
October 6, 2018

Incredible Pen Drawings Visualize Futuristic Cities With Densely Detailed Architecture

If you’re into sci-fi art, the work of South Korean concept artist Jae Cheol Park (aka Paperblue) might just make it to the top of your favorites list. This artist’s incredible pencil and pen drawings detail imaginary worlds that blend science fiction with fantasy. Futuristic cities appear as expanding, industrial metropolises built upon chaotic layers of construction.

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Creative Products
October 5, 2018

15 Quirky Presents Inspired by Pop Art

In the middle of the 20th century, Pop artists began to reimagine commercial products as works of art. Now, designers have taken this artistic approach full-circle, crafting unique items inspired by these iconic reinterpretations. Here, we've compiled a colorful list of our favorite Pop Art presents. Ranging from pins and prints to coasters and socks, these eye-catching goodies let you bring the Pop Art movement to life.

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Architecture
October 3, 2018

$24,500 Prefab House You Can Place Almost Anywhere Without a Permit

If you enjoy living off the grid and are eager to embrace a minimalist lifestyle, a tiny house may be a perfect fit for you. For such a seemingly simple concept, however, there are a lot of things to consider when purchasing your own humble abode, including how much it'll cost, how it will reach its final destination, and what permit it will require.

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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.