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In the late 19th century,Impressionismblossomed under the talents of ClaudeMonetand Pierre Auguste-Renoir. Since then, it has inspired many variations and successors, including theOpen-Impressionist style. Led by artistErin Hanson, this modern adaptation relies on impasto paint strokes without layering. She demonstrates the beauty of this style by rendering a variety of kaleidoscopic landscapes. Hanson gives every element a life of its own by applying bold swatches of color to the canvas....

Paris, January 1964. 1964 Paul McCartney under exclusive license to MPL Archive LLPThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Paul McCartney. John Lennon. Paris, January 1964. Pigmented inkjet print. © 1964 Paul McCartney under exclusive license to MPL Archive LLPThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info....

Now, the latest food trend has mixed them together in an adorable dessert to die for. However, its most exciting feature is its wiggliness.Videosshow people shaking these endearing desserts into oblivion. They sway, wobble, and jiggle, but never lose their shape. After having their start in Korea, they quickly went viral for their cute looks and wobbliness. As such, coffee shops and bakeries across Asia jumped on the trend. With this came new flavors and colors....

Charles II in Armour, 1681, by Juan Carreno de Miranda. One recent discovery comes from a 17th-century portrait of a royal. The Habsburgs ruled early modern Europe. Charles II in Armour, 1681, by Juan Carreño de Miranda. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) For almost seven centuries, members of the clan intermarried and ruled across Europe. Charles II was born in 1661. His father, Philip IV, was the uncle of his mother Mariana of Austria....

Sunken church tower by Pawe Jagieo. Today, only the church tower remains. The winners of the 2023Drone Photo Awardsgive fresh perspectives on the world around us. “Sunken church tower” by Paweł Jagiełło. Runner-up, Urban.“The 14th-century church tower in Italy stands as a poignant reminder of the sunken village of Curon Venosta. In 1950, the entire village was submerged following the construction of a dam, resulting in the creation of the artificial basin known as Lake Resia....

Everyone deserves a chance to have a great time at a concert. One megastar that has proven to go above and beyond for her fans isBeyonce. The sweet encounter took place during Beyonce’sThe Mrs. Carter Show World Tourstop in Perth in 2013. After reaching a B-stage, she noticed a young fan in the front row. I have a very special young lady here, the singer announced. Tell everybody your name, beautiful....

Cofield initially shared her excitement over the purchase onher blog. However, things got more exciting when Cofield realized that there was a secret pocket built into the dress. Bank,' a wind velocity of 12 miles per hour, and a clear sunset. Photo: Sara Rivers Cofield Curator and archaeologist Sara Rivers Cofield purchased an 1888 silk dress at an antique shop in Maine. She found several sheets of translucent sheets of paper in a hidden pocket in the dress....

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. This includesLuiza Niechoda, who is known for her contemporary pixelated landscape paintings. Niechoda teaches My Modern Met Academy’sAcrylic Painting Masterclass. In it, she shows students several tools and techniques that can be applied to any style of art....

Photo: JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles Since its debut in 1996,Pokemonhas become a fixture of pop culture. Among the artists featured are metal artists Morihito Katsura and Taiichiro Yoshida. This unique collaboration answer[s] the question, What happens when Pokemon meetskogei? Photo: ©JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles for art enthusiasts and gamers alike,saysYuko Kaifu, president of JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles. It challenged 20 Japanese artists to reimagine Pokemon through craft. The exhibition featured over 70 sculptures and installations....

Critically endangered, only two individual females are currently alive. In nature, this would be the end. The species would become a thing of the past, lost to time and human greed for rhino horns. One of the last Northern White Rhinos at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. (Photo: Lengai101 viaWikimedia Commons,CC BY 3.0 DEED) However, modern science might just reverse the dismal course of events. The northern white rhino was once abundant in northern Africa....

AstrophotographerAndrew McCarthyhas outdone himself with his 400-megapixel image of the Sun. Comprised of over 100,000 individual photos, it’s McCarthy’s highest-resolution photo of this celestial body. It only took McCarthy 30 minutes to capture the individual shots after shooting 80 frames per second. And in doing so, he gives us an unparalleled view of the star that warms our planet. See more details from the image titledThe Star of System Solbelow....

It took three years, but luckily, Leipprandt saw his dream come true during the 2024 Rose Bowl. As the owner ofMichigan Sky Media, Leipprandt is an expert at aerial photography. He also has experience with this throw in of shot, having captured flyover images at other big games. Accompanying him was his brother, who is based in LA. It made the moment even sweeter, as Leipprandt’s brother is also an Air Force veteran....

From young kittens to older dogs,Muttcrackerincludes all ages of adoptable canines and felines. While the animals don’t don any fancy costumes, they still dazzle next to their human counterparts. And best of all, it showcases the lovable temperaments of these animals in need. Our work is all about spreading joy, Dancers & Dogs tells My Modern Met. Dance is so often depicted as being very serious and full of drama....