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August 30, 2019

Artist Playfully Transforms Everywhere He Visits with Paper Cut-Outs

While most people look at buildings and take them at face value, paper artist Rich McMor (of Paperboyo) sees the world in an entirely different way. The avid traveler playfully reimagines famous landmarks and locations around the world by incorporating his paper cutting art into the scene. McCor has been transforming famous landscapes for years and, luckily, he shows no sign of stopping.

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August 27, 2019

Charming Illustrations Capture Everyday Moments of Love Between Couples

From the overlooked joys of living alone, to the special bond between people and their dogs, Los Angeles-based artist Yaoyao Ma Van As has a real talent for capturing the intimate moments in life. Self-love is invaluable, but the artist also visualizes how special love with another human being can be. Her charming couple illustrations give a glimpse into the endearing moments of a loving relationship.

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August 25, 2019

The Origins of Expressionism, an Evocative Movement Inspired by Emotional Experience

There are many movements that make up what we know today as “modern art.” In each case, artists sought to achieve a likeminded goal—regardless of their own style preferences. Impressionists, for example, reimagined ephemeral moments in time on canvas. Post-Impressionists explored the mind of the artists, while the Fauves took an expressive approach to art. And the Expressionists, a group of figures with eclectic artistic tastes, aimed to elicit emotion.

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August 22, 2019

Hyperrealistic Oil Paintings of Fish Trapped in Glass Bowls Are Metaphors for Modern Life

South Korean artist Young-sung Kim has made a name for himself thanks to his hyperrealistic oil paintings of fish swimming in glass bowls and cups. Kim uses minuscule brushes to pull out every detail of his subjects, whether it be the colorful tail of a beta fish or the shimmering scales of a goldfish. Painted on large canvases, the animals are laid out like living still lifes for the viewer to admire.

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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.