Painting
January 5, 2019

Traveling Watercolor Artist Captures the Charm of Old Asian Towns

Shanghai-based artist and avid traveler Zhifang Shi captures the world around him in a series of vibrant watercolor sketch paintings. From the narrow alleys of Shanghai’s old town to the ancient storefronts of South Korea, each piece captures the authentic charm of the places he visits. Urban watercolor sketching is a popular art form among many traveling creatives, and Shi has perfected the skill.

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Music
January 4, 2019

Photographer Spends Years Finding Original Locations of Vintage Vinyl Covers

Music lover and photographer Alex Bartsch pays homage to his favorite vinyl albums by documenting them at the original locations where their cover photos were taken. By holding each vinyl cover art so that it seamlessly merges with its real-life setting, Bartsch’s portfolio showcases the passage of time and provides a fascinating insight into the history and cultural identity of British reggae music.

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Photography
January 4, 2019

Interview: Photographer Captures Real-Life “Fairy Forests” in Finland

Combining his love of nature with his skills in photography, 21-year-old Ossi Saarinen captures the many wild forest animals living in Finland’s mystical woodlands. From curious foxes and mischievous red squirrels to shy deers and even grizzly bears, the talented wildlife photographer gets up-close and personal with these charming creatures, revealing their most intimate and adorable moments.

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Art
January 3, 2019

Meditative Montages of Wild Animals in Serene Settings

Artist Alice Zilberberg creates calming digital collages that double as “self-therapy.” Though a cathartic element is evident in all of her ethereal works, it is particularly apparent in Meditations, a series of montages that place wild animals in serene settings. Meditations comprises a collection of otherworldly portraits of fauna. Each piece has been meticulously crafted from photographs taken by the artist, culminating in seamless scenes that blur the line between reality and fantasy.

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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.