Watch The Beatles Music Video Made of 1,300 Oil Paintings

Over half a century after they released their final album, The Beatles continue to earn accolades. Additionally, the song includes a backwards lead guitar part played by George Harrison. This was the first time this technique was used in a pop tracka testament to the experimental nature ofRevolver. To bring this video to life, Cooper used an equally experimental approach. She produced a stop-motion animation made of 1,300 oil paintings, created over several months....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 122 words · Catherine Johnson

Adorable Portraits of Senior Dogs Still Full of Adorable Personality

The results are images that become cherished keepsakes of these animals' owners. Thanks to Richards' expertise, their personality shines through. Every moment is precious with them, especially now as Macy is palliative. Photographer Captures the Joyful Personalities of Playful Pups and Shows How you’re free to, Too Carla, 12 yrs old Carla, 12 yrs old Girly Girl, 12 yrs old Girly Girl, 12 yrs old Macy, 16 yrs old Crumpet, 13 yrs old...

February 20, 2024 · 1 min · 89 words · Paula Frederick

Ancient Roman Scroll Burned by Mount Vesuvius Eruption Is Now Readable Thanks To AI

(Photo:Vesuvius Challenge) Mount Vesuvius erupted in the year 79 CE. In nearby Herculaneum, volcanic material blanketed a wealthy noble’s villa. Inside the library of the home, precious scrolls were carbonized by the heat. 2,000-year-old text. (Photo:Vesuvius Challenge) Looking like oddly shaped lumps of coal, they were discovered in 18th-century excavations. However, reading the long lost words has been impossible until recently. The process began with CT scans of the carbonized rolled parchments....

February 20, 2024 · 1 min · 193 words · Heidi Lewis

Incredible Winners of 2024 Underwater Photographer of the Year Contest

Whale Bones by Alex Dawson (Sweden). Since the rise of humans, wild animals have declined by 85%. Today, just 4% of mammals are wildlife; the remaining 96% are humans and our livestock. “Whale Bones” by Alex Dawson (Sweden). Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 and Winner Wide Angle Category.“In eastern Greenland, the local hunters bring their catch and share it with each other. From a stable population of over 100,000 minke whales in the North Atlantic, the hunters of Tasiilaq typically take less than a dozen....

February 20, 2024 · 16 min · 3203 words · Tammy Hunter

Stunning Patterned Paintings Actually Have Hidden Faces Within Them

At first glance, it would be easy to mistakeLee Wagstaffs work for abstract, geometric paintings. Remarkably, the portrait remains hidden until the viewer either squints or takes a step back. This optical illusion is simple but wildly effective. As for the subjects of his art, Wagstaff actually turns to AI to come up with human figures. Each AI-generated face is then painstakingly painted by the artist into these illusionary portraits....

February 20, 2024 · 1 min · 109 words · Alexis Jensen

Yoko Ono Invites Visitors To Participate in Immersive Exhibit at Tate Modern

The controversial film, which features flashing images of people’s behinds, was initially banned in the UK. Visitors are now invited to participate in several creative exercises in the exhibition. InWish Trees for London, people are asked to share their messages of peace. Yoko Ono, “Add Colour (Refugee Boat),” concept 1960, installed in YOKO ONO: MUSIC OF THE MIND, Tate Modern, London, 2024. (Photo: © Tate, Lucy Green) The final room is dedicated to motherhood with a two-part work,My Mommy is Beautiful....

February 20, 2024 · 3 min · 501 words · Karen Hanna

12-Year-Old Proves That Archimedes’ 3rd-Century Death Ray Is Plausible

Artist rendering of Archimedes' Death Ray by Giulio Parigi, c. 1600. Uffizi Gallery, Stanzino delle Matematiche. Eventually, it was clarified that he did so using the sun’s rays. Artist rendering of Archimedes' Death Ray by Giulio Parigi, c. 1600. Uffizi Gallery, Stanzino delle Matematiche. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) It is believed that he angled several different mirrors so you can bring the sun together at one point. The extreme heat then caused the ships to quickly go up in flames....

February 19, 2024 · 1 min · 166 words · Antonio Quinn

Smart Raven Figures Out How To Use a Stick as a Tool To Retrieve Food Trapped in a Tube

As it turns out, these creatures flip the script on the term bird brain. In the clip, Alexander’s hand can be seen inserting some treats in a clear tube. Much to the crow’s annoyance, the food seems to be just out of reach. Gosha then accepts a little help, and jumps on his human’s gloved hand. But the crow is not going to give up. The bird quickly flies down to recover the stick....

February 19, 2024 · 1 min · 140 words · Dana Fisher

UK’s Most Significant Street Art Will Be Digitized Over the Next Three Years

Due to weather, theft, or demolition, mural art is vulnerable to many potential risks. This ensures that their legacy remains long after they may fade from view. The program began in January 2024 and includes many different types of street art. “Owl” by Curtis Hylton, 2022, Royal Mews, Southend, Essex (Photo: Tracy Jenkins, courtesy of Art UK, © the artist) Once the street art has been added to the online database, its record will be continuously updated....

February 19, 2024 · 2 min · 257 words · Douglas Guerrero

World’s Oldest Known Tartan Fabric Is Discovered in Scottish Bog

The tartan dates from around 1500-1600. (Photo:Alan Richardson Pix-AR, V&A Dundee) Little is more Scottish than tartans. These checked fabrics have a long and proud history. The tartan dates from around 1500-1600.(Photo:Alan Richardson Pix-AR, V&A Dundee) While fabric is one of the more ephemeral artifacts of history, luck can sometimes result in extraordinary preservation. A raised bog contains few minerals and very little oxygen, but lots of acid. Add in low Northern European temperatures, and you have a wonderful refrigerator....

February 19, 2024 · 1 min · 187 words · Scott Hall

20 Contemporary Art Gifts Inspired by Today’s Top Artists

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. kindly readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Do you lovecontemporary art? Or are you looking for a present for an art lover? If so, take a peek at this modern-day masterpiece: a collection ofcontemporary artgifts....

February 18, 2024 · 1 min · 156 words · Brandy Williams

Explore Five Volumes of the History of Cartography for Free Online

An early 14th-century Byzantine map of the British Isles. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain) What do you know about the history of mapmaking? Maps have long reflectedworld-views, literally and figuratively. An early 14th-century Byzantine map of the British Isles. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain) Browse the downloadable PDFs full of fascinating information and imagery from ancient days to modern times. The editors of the five volumesJ. Each volume covers a different period of map history....

February 18, 2024 · 1 min · 208 words · Paul Lee

Best Uncle Ever Hypes Up His Niece as a Backup Dancer at Her Talent Show

Few things make children as happy as seeing their families supporting them at school recitals. This means not only showing up on their big day, but also helping them with preparations. For one uncle, this meant responding to his niece’s call to be her back up dancer. Not only did he agree, but he actually enhanced the girl’s performance with an amazing dance routine. My niece called me out to do her talent show with her....

February 17, 2024 · 1 min · 125 words · Kevin Moore