Woodworking
April 30, 2025

What Is Kumiko? Discover How Japan’s Traditional Woodworking Technique Continues To Thrive Today

Japan is renowned for its rich heritage of ancient crafts, from origami to kintsugi. However, several contemporary woodworkers are bringing attention to a lesser-known woodworking tradition called kumiko. One of those artists is Washington, D.C.-based David Gootnick, who creates kumiko-inspired decorative panels that celebrate the beauty of the age-old art form. Originating during Japan’s Asuka period (538 to 710 CE)

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Impressionism
April 29, 2025

Claude Monet’s Stepdaughter Finally Gains Recognition in First-Ever U.S. Show

Last year, Impressionism marked its 150th anniversary. At the forefront of these celebrations was Claude Monet, one of the movement’s most coveted pioneers and the artist behind such masterpieces as Impressionism, Sunrise, Water Lilies, and Haystacks. Left out entirely was someone very close to him, and equally adept: the forgotten Monet, that is, Blanche Hoschedé-Monet.

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Academy
April 29, 2025

Give the Gift of Creativity This Mother’s Day With My Modern Met Academy Online Art Courses

How do you find the perfect gift for someone who’s given you everything? With Mother’s Day just around the corner, the question feels more meaningful than ever. This year, instead of flowers or chocolates, why not give the gift of creativity? An online art class offers a unique and memorable way to celebrate a mother’s passion, spark new inspiration, and create lasting memories.

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Street Photography
April 28, 2025

“Hyperlong Exposure” Photos Poetically Weave the Past and Present Together

Compared to other artistic media, photography is far more capable of time travel. Its ability to capture our past with such astonishing immediacy is unique, serving as more representational portraits of historic lifestyles. This is why Garry Pycroft is drawn to the medium, and also why he feels compelled to reinvent it. Since 2020, the British digital artist has amassed a remarkable collection of old postcards dating back to the early 1900s.

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