Illusion
March 12, 2018

This Artist’s Energetic Manga-Style “Illustrations” Aren’t Drawings At All

For fans of manga art, you might look at this image of two racing cars and think it’s an illustration from the famous Initial D series by Shuichi Shigeno—a story about illegal Japanese street racing, created in the ‘90s. However, take a closer look and you’ll see that it’s actually a photograph of a diorama, created using model toy cars, hand-painted in the series’ characteristic, graphic style.

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Sculpture
March 11, 2018

How Marble Sculptures Have Inspired Artists and Captivated Audiences for Millenia

Throughout art history, sculptors have experimented with an eclectic range of mediums. While cast bronze, carved wood, and fired clay have made lasting impressions, no material has captivated quite like marble. Prevalent in ancient and contemporary art alike, marble artworks have a prominent place in many major art movements and are among some of the most famous sculptures in the world.

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Street Photography
March 10, 2018

Photographer Uses Instagram to Create Visual Love Song to the Many Faces of Japan

Japanese photographer Hiro Goto uses his Instagram account to share his unique perspective on the beauty of his country. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the tranquil landscape views of Mt. Fuji, the patriotic photographer uses his camera to peel back the layers of Japan. Goto first used photography as a simple way to record his daily activities; but, after downloading Instagram, something changed.

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Resources
March 9, 2018

Top 5 Places to Download Thousands of Free Adult Coloring Sheets

Have you ever felt unhappy after a long session of scrolling through your phone? You’re not alone; studies show that the more screen time we have, the unhappier we become. A study was recently released by the American Psychological Association that saw that the “psychological well-being” of adolescents decreased after 2012—about the time that smartphone usage became truly ubiquitous. How do you remedy this?

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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.