Photography
July 5, 2018

Chinese Folklore Gets Reimagined as High Fashion Couture Photo Shoots

As one of the world’s most renowned Chinese couture designers, Guo Pei creates show-stopping ensembles that blend majestic opulence with theatrical fantasy. The designer’s bejeweled gowns, headpieces, and sculptural shoes were recently styled and photographed by HOWL Collective, who created a series of shots in celebration of the fashion visionary. Published by Rizzoli as a monograph, the HOWL team’s 122 fairytale shots (titled Guo Pei – Couture Beyond)

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Drawing
July 3, 2018

Incredibly Realistic Oil Pastel Drawings of Flowers Drenched in Golden Honey

Connecticut-based artist Brian Owens creates large-scale oil pastel drawings of flowers. However, these aren’t your ordinary still-lifes—the series stimulates the viewer’s senses by depicting each hyperreal rose, lily, and peony drenched in golden honey. Each piece looks like a macro photo, featuring incredible detail and texture. Every petal, stem, and leaf glistens under a blanket of sweet nectar, while thick drips cascade from bouquets and single flowers.

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Art
July 1, 2018

Artist Crafts Large Beautifully Textured Weavings You Can Hang on Your Wall

Fiber artist and nature lover Tammy Kanat creates large-scale textile art inspired by the Australian landscape. Each stunning wall hanging is made from hand-woven plush yarns and chunky wool of various thicknesses, resulting in highly textural, oval-shaped, earth-toned pieces. Kanat explains, “For me, weaving projects a mood. I follow my instinct to create designs that feel balanced. I am very visual, always taking note of my surroundings and believe this is reflected in my work.

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Nature
June 29, 2018

Rare Bee Species Makes Colorful Nests From Flower Petals

With the news of a global decline in bee populations, many people are working to help save the precious pollinators from extinction. But it’s not just humans that are making an effort—one particular type of bee has its own special way of protecting its rare species. Known as Osmia avosetta, these typically solitary bees can’t rely on the support of other worker bees to safeguard their young.

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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.