Photography
January 23, 2019

Epic Photos of Super Dogs “Flying” Through Colorful Clouds of Powder

When it comes to dog photos, your first reaction might be to “aww” at their cuteness or giggle at their silliness. However, the work of Ontario-based photographer Jess Bell evokes an entirely different reaction. There’s no doubt her subjects are adorable, but Bell’s latest experimental project turns pet pooches into powerful, other-worldly creatures that look like something from a dream.

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Technology
January 21, 2019

This Japanese Fashion Model Isn’t a Human, She’s Computer Generated

Computer generated technology is rapidly improving, so much so that it’s sometimes hard to tell the difference between what’s real and what’s animated. However, CGI isn’t just being used for special effects in films anymore—today the technology is also being applied to create incredibly realistic computer generated people. Meet Imma, the Japanese virtual model who’s taking the fashion industry by storm.

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Art History
January 20, 2019

The Life and Work of J.M.W. Turner: One of the Most Influential Figures of Modern Art

Few artists have had a lasting influence on the history of art like J.M.W Turner. Living and working in 19th-century London, the English painter is known for his interest in powerful subject matter, as evident in both his sublime landscapes and studies of modern machinery. While Turner is seen as a pioneer of Romanticism, he is most celebrated for facilitating the emergence of modern art.

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Animals
January 18, 2019

Simple Portraits Reveal the Unique Personalities of the Animal Kingdom

Photographer Randal Ford believes that every animal has a story to tell. This compassionate perspective is at the core of his ongoing Animal Portrait Collection, a striking series that explores his subjects' unique personalities and behaviors. Each revealing photograph features a single animal strategically shot against a stark black or white backdrop.

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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.