Astronomy
September 20, 2018

Engineer Hacks Old Knitting Machine to Create Giant Tapestry of the Galaxy

When Melbourne-based Software Engineer Sarah Spencer stumbled across an old Empisal knitting machine from the 1970s in a charity shop, she couldn’t resist taking it home. Despite not having the manual, Spencer managed to get the machine working within a few hours, and was instantly hooked by its intriguing, complex mechanisms and inner electronics.

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Photography
September 20, 2018

Amazing Photos Reveal Otherworldly Beauty of Ice Formations in Alaska

Japanese photographer Ryota Kajita explores the unique beauty of ice in his abstract photography series Ice Formations. Now based in Alaska, Kajita has spent the past seven years exploring remote areas of the state. Using his medium format camera, he sets out on expeditions to discover the intricate patterns and details made by nature. His masterful fine art photography embraces the ephemeral nature of the environment and is a testament to his keen observational skills.

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Paper Art
September 19, 2018

These Artists Are Creating Miniature Paper Birds Every Day for an Entire Year

India-based artists Nayan Shrimali and Vaishali Chudasama create tiny bird illustrations out of hand-cut paper. The incredible paper sparrows, doves, owls, and more are all part of an going paper art project titled 365 Days of Miniature. For this self-appointed creative challenge, the creative duo have set themselves the ambitious goal of creating one mini paper bird every day for an entire year.

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Photo Contest
September 19, 2018

20+ Funny Finalists of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2018

Wild animal photography is often serious business, but the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards prove that you can find humor in nearly any setting. Now in their fourth year, the competition reveals some of the world’s most stereotypically “tough” creatures doing things that’ll make you laugh. Earlier in 2018, they shared some of the funniest pictures submitted so far. They’ve since narrowed down the selection from over 2,000 entries to just 41 finalists.

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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.