Inspiring
July 26, 2018

This Woman Has Been Anonymously Funding Female Artists for 22 Years

For the last 22 years, an unknown contributor has been donating $25,000 grants to hundreds of female artists as part of a program called Anonymous Was a Woman. The project was developed to give artists over the age of 40 financial aid in order help them realize their creative careers. A total of 220 deserving artists have benefited so far, with grants totaling a staggering $5.5 million.

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History
July 24, 2018

Look Inside Stanley Kubrick’s Copy of ‘The Shining’ Filled With His Personal Notes

Stanley Kubrick once said that his adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, The Shining, would be the “scariest horror movie of all time.” And although it was met with mixed reviews when it was first released in 1980, today many people believe The Shining to be a true horror masterpiece. Recently, the Overlook Hotel blog (run by director Lee Unkrich)

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Design
July 24, 2018

Eco-Conscious Designers Create a Sleek Living Space Made Entirely of Trash

Global innovator Miniwiz is showing how sustainable products can create a sleek, contemporary interior with the House of Trash. Located in Milan, the firm transformed a 4,300-square-foot shared office and gallery space using trash. By doing so, Miniwiz sends a clear message that there's no excuse not to use upcycled and recycled materials. After sourcing the majority of the trash locally, it was transformed using Miniwiz upcycling technology and remanufactured locally in Europe.

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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.