As many friends do, Reynolds recently celebrated Jackman’s 56th birthday with a sweetInstagram tribute. I hope we get to do this til were 90. Happy Birthday, @thehughjackman. A lot of years. A lot of adventures, the Canadian actor wrote. While they have long been friends, the pair starred together inDeadpool and Wolverineearlier this year. Reynolds and Jackman’s friendship goes way back. The pair first met on the set ofX-Men Origins: Wolverinein Sydney in 2007....

Here are 5 drawing tips from the instructors of ourOctober Drawing Bundleto keep you motivated to sketch. This will allow you to have better control over your lines and will assist with fine details. That is why instructorMatheus Macedohas an entire lesson dedicated to the selection process. Photo: NewAfrica/Depositphotos He suggests picking a high-resolution, high-contrast image to create a final image that is pleasing to the eye. With hand-lettering, in particular, practice is critical....

Throughout history, cultures across the globe have adopted creative ways to deal with death. In ancient China, they craftedfunerary sculpturesto fill complex mausoleums. During the Dutch Golden Age, artists touched on mortality in theirmemento moristill life paintings. What isDia de los Muertos? Specifically, the termDia de los Muertostraditionally refers toNovember 2, when deceased adults are commemorated. However, Dia de los Muertos is also commonly used to denote the entire three-day fete....

On top of trading artworks, the showroom offers restoration services for antique paintings. What does 300 years of smoke look like on an original painting? a caption accompanying theexhibitedwork reads. The results speak for themselves. The woman’s seemingly green dress is even revealed to actually be blue, almost matching her eyes. And her milky white skin is lightly rosied with pink undertones on her cheeks. This is not the first restoration Koolen Fine Arts has shown the results of....

Girl on Fire II For artistEd Urena, art is a form of therapy. The solace is welcome given his conditions. Although art’s impact on his life has been tremendous, Urena isn’t a full-time artist. “Girl on Fire II” Art will always be a side hustle, whether or not it becomes a career in the future. Continue reading for My Modern Met’s exclusive interview with Ed Urena. 34 How did your painting journey begin?...

UK-based wildlife artistClaire Milligancreates lifelike portraits of a wide range of bird species usingcolored pencils. Milligans impressively realistic style developed over time through countless hours refining her techniques. However, its her deep love of nature and its vibrant diversity that inspires her to keep improving. Theres always something new to learn with each bird and drawing, which keeps me motivated and inspired. Exploring a new medium has made her passion for creating art even stronger....

Originally,ORBwas meant to establish a harmonious dialogue between two worldsthe ancient and the contemporary. To stay up to date with their work, you might followSpY on Instagram. ORBis a new sculpture found at the Place des Arts in Montreal, Canada. Photo: Ruben P Bescos It was originally meant to be placed in front of the pyramids of Giza. Related Articles: Photo: Ruben P Bescos Photo: Ruben P Bescos Photo: Ruben P Bescos...

Laura Tohe (Superstition Mountains, Arizona). Language: NavajoThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Laura Tohe (Superstition Mountains, Arizona). Language: NavajoThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. like readour disclosurefor more info. At a time when it’s more important than ever for America to embrace its diversity, photojournalistB....

The refuge is compact, which is purposeful to limit the amount of a facade exposed to the elements. The interior provides a cozy, yet minimalist haven. Organized around two main areasliving spaces and dormitoriesit follows a progression of openness into privacy. The building’s materials, which also include wood and stone, are either recycled or locally sourced. On-site earthworks and concrete foundations have been kept to a minimum, allowing for a quick turnaround during construction....

Versailles-based artistL7matrixis known for his expressive street art, with large-scale murals spread across more than 50 countries. Through his vibrant and bold work, he aims to unite people from diverse cultures and regions. Although L7matrix often portrays natural subjects, he adds a surreal twist to each piece. Check out some of his street art below and find more of the artists work by followingL7matrix on Instagram. Street artist L7matrix creates large-scale murals around the world that blend realism with dynamic bursts of color....

If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info. The result is a stunning look at the captivating big cats. Bengal tiger. Location: Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, India (Photo: Arijeet Ghosh/Remembering Tigers)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Tigers are a bellwether for the health of an ecosystem....

However, an unusual weather phenomenon has caused plant life to pop up in the otherwise barren landscape. The Sahara desert wasn’t always the arid landscape it is today. More so, climate change could cause the rain belt to move even farther north in the future. Photo: NASA viaWikimedia Commons(Public domain) And it can even shift into the other hemisphere. August 14, 2024. September 10, 2024. August 14, 2024. (Photo: NASA Earth Observatory)...

They were asked to look at five artworks in the museum, as well as some reproductions. You look at her eyes, then at her mouth, then at the pearl. And then you look at her mouth, eyes, pearl again. Photo: Scott Ableman viaWikimedia Commons(CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) And you keep looking! the museum wrote in astatement. Why can’t you take your eyes off her? Photo: toucanet/Depositphotos Humans are naturally focused on faces....