Embroidery
May 31, 2018

How Embroidered Clothing Transforms Ordinary Outfits Into Wearable Works of Art

Embroidered clothing can take regular garments from being ordinary to extraordinary. Hand embroidery, in particular, can customize solid-color clothing and turn basic silhouettes into wearable art. The possibilities are endless; by stitching bunches of flowers on a tank top, you can literally wear a bouquet on your body. Likewise, you can craft whimsical fashions when you sew creatures that seemingly run amok over a t-shirt.

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Sculpture
May 30, 2018

Illusion Artist “Ties” Fully Functioning Grandfather Clock Into a Knot

British sculptor Alex Chinneck creates mind-bending optical illusions that defy logic and change our perceptions of the material he uses. In the past we’ve seen him bend brick walls, curl tarmac, twist wooden columns, and make entire buildings appear to levitate in mid-air. His latest head-turning contemporary sculpture is an antique grandfather clock that appears to be tied in a knot. The artwork—titled Growing up gets me down—represents an exciting new venture for the artist.

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Books
May 30, 2018

12 Essential Art History Books for Beginners

Art history can be intimidating. Seemingly composed of countless movements, mediums, artists, and styles, diving into the study may seem daunting. However, with the right book collection, you'll realize that an understanding of art history is not only possible but surprisingly attainable. After all, as Ralph Waldo Emerson famously claimed, “every artist was first an amateur.

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Portrait Photography
May 28, 2018

Interview: Sandro Miller and John Malkovich Go Inside the Mind of David Lynch

For over 40 years, photographer Sandro Miller has been a heralded figure in the photography world. Clients like Reebok, NBC, Motorola, and Coca-Cola all turn to him for his inspired work as a commercial photographer. But it's his personal, creative projects that have attracted international attention. Working with longtime collaborator John Malkovich, his Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich: Homage to Photographic Masters was an international sensation.

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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.