Design
October 6, 2016

Modern Storage Unit Features Stylized Shelving Mimicking a Crack in the Earth’s Surface

Renowned for his unique aesthetic and love of asymmetry, Belgian interior and furniture designer Filip Janssens has created Rupture, an unmistakably modern cabinet that features a stylized “crack” fracturing its façade. With ample cupboard space and shelves of various sizes, the striking storage unit is as practical as it is beautiful.  Like many of Janssens' statement pieces, Rupture incorporates a fissure motif in its design.

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Art
October 5, 2016

200-Year-Old Historic Books Reveal Hidden Fore-Edge Paintings

It’s commonplace to see illustrations grace the inside of a book, but long ago, some of the best imagery was displayed on the edge of a publication. Known as fore-edge painting, these incredible compositions were printed or drawn on the closed pages of a book. As the book lays flat, entire scenes span the stack of pages.

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Inspiring
October 3, 2016

Devoted Dads Dress Up as Princesses in Public to Support Their Young Daughters

When it comes to their daughters, dads are full of aww-worthy moments—but it’s hard to top the times that they dress up alongside their little girls. Redditor taratorial recently captured sight of this sweet gesture while at Disneyland. The young daughter is dressed as Princess Ariel while her father dons a similar merman tail and crown, emulating King Triton. They walk hand in hand in the park, making memories to last a lifetime.

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Art
September 30, 2016

Vibrant Landscape Paintings Use the Color Orange to Capture the Warm Glow of the American West

Artist Erin Hanson is known for expressing her love of the outdoors through vibrant landscape paintings. Using her contemporary technique of Open-Impressionism (a unique blend of Impressionism and Expressionism), she allows un-muddled hues and thick, energetic brushstrokes to showcase the grandiose beauty of locales like the National Parks. Continuing with this nature-driven theme, she’s recently produced paintings that focus on the color orange.

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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.