Statue of Late Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman Donated to Film Museum in His Hometown

The museum itself is situated in the elegant mansion of George Eastman, founder of the Eastman Kodak Company. The institution is the world’s oldest museum dedicated to photography. Its photography collections and motion picture film archives are legendary and responsible for preserving much of 20th-century visual history. A statute of the late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman has been donated to, and displayed at, the George Eastman Museum in Rochester, NY. (Photo:Renee Veniskey/George Eastman Museum)...

April 9, 2023 · 2 min · 222 words · Karen Lawson

20 Gifts Guaranteed To Make Grandma Smile This Mother’s Day

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, you may have already picked out the perfectcardorpresent for mom. No matter which present path you take, grandma is sure to fall in love! Scroll down to find the best Mother’s Day gifts for grandma. Show grandma that you care with these heartfelt Mother’s Day gifts. DigitalPlusStudio |$14.36+ DigitalPlusStudio |$12.74+ Circle City Design Co. |$56.40+ Jersey Art Glass |$43.99+ Dearest Forever |$130+ Juliet Meeks |scarves...

April 8, 2023 · 1 min · 119 words · Margaret Esparza

3D Renderings of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unbuilt Architecture Celebrate His Creative Genius

Throughout his life, he designed 1,171 architectural works. Many of them, like theGuggenheim MuseumandFallingwater, were eventually built. But over half660 to be exactnever moved beyond paper. Arizona Capitol Building The reasons that these pieces of incredible architecture were never built vary. In 1957, Wright’s homage to his adopted home state of Arizona was rejected for several reasons. Another standout design is Wright’s vision for an auto showroom and workshop. Auto showroom and workshop for Roy Wetmore...

April 8, 2023 · 1 min · 162 words · William Hernandez

Book Tells the Story of a Forgotten Art Amusement Park With Work by Legendary Artists

Keith Haring at work for Luna Luna.This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like readour disclosurefor more info. Keith Haring at work for Luna Luna.This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Thankfully, those works have now been dusted off and can be viewed once again....

April 8, 2023 · 1 min · 147 words · Joseph Woodard

Striking Contemporary Art Museum in Orange County Epitomizes Southern California Living

Designed by American architectural firmMorphosis, the 53,000-square-foot museum opened to the public in October 2022. In true Southern California form, the building’s architecture has a strong relationship between indoor and outdoor space. Large windows that break up the terracotta facade allow streams of light to pour into the interior. There are also smaller, more intimate galleries, that connect to the mezzanine via a sky bridge. The project is a triumph for the OCMA, which was founded in 1984....

April 8, 2023 · 1 min · 124 words · Sally Morris

20 Beautiful Flower Rings to Elevate Your Style

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like 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. Floral rings are a great way to enhance your look and show off your love of nature. All of these beautiful rings incorporate blossoms in one way or another....

April 7, 2023 · 1 min · 132 words · Jennifer Roberts

Family Discovers Their TV Room Painting Is a Renaissance Masterpiece Worth $845K

Maybe a poster or a framed family photo. The painting has been in the family since 1900. It turns out the work is an authentic Brueghel, a Northern Renaissance masterpiece entitledThe Village Lawyer. Another version of “The Village Lawyer,” also called “The Tax Collector’s Office.” This version is displayed in the Art Gallery of South Australia. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) I arrived in a small television room which was not very well lit....

April 7, 2023 · 2 min · 316 words · Todd Adkins

Immersive Tim Burton Exhibition Is a “Labyrinth” Into His Creative Genius

Filmmaker and artistTim Burtonis known for his whimsical films that incorporate humor and macabre. Now, an exhibition is paying homage to this visionary. CalledTim Burtons Labyrinth, its an immersive experience that brings viewers into the universe of Burtons creative genius. The different rooms are filled with original artworks by Burton along with specially created sculptures and animations. As the name suggests, the exhibition layout is a labyrinth. Tim Burtons Labyrinthbegan in Madrid and will soon be moving to the Parc de La Villette in Paris....

April 7, 2023 · 1 min · 138 words · Shane Mooney

Missing Toddler Found With Dog Who Never Left His Side While He Was Lost in the Woods

Four-year-old Parker and his father Jason were making cupcakes when his dad stepped out to use the bathroom. Jason immediately called his wife Vickey to let her know that he couldn’t find Parker. She told him to call the police as she raced home. Photo: Screenshot from the New Jersey State Police Their home is surrounded by woods and leads onto a golf course. After an hour of searching, they were still unable to find their toddler or Toby....

April 7, 2023 · 1 min · 144 words · Bethany Jackson

This French Bulldog Is So Good at Skateboarding He’s Being Called “Tony Dawg”

This is more than just a cute pup posing on a skateboard. Its no wonder that some are calling him Tony Dawg. But how did this french bulldog learn to skate? At first, I used snacks to lure him to stay on the board, Zhao says. Then, I taught him how to skate with one paw. Once he picked up the skills, he became very interested and just kept skating on his own....

April 7, 2023 · 1 min · 162 words · Stacy Aguirre

Travel Photographer Takes 24 Trips to Capture the “Soul of Cuba” [Interview]

Cuban Repair ShopThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like readour disclosurefor more info. “Cuban Repair Shop”This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. American documentary photographerMichael Chinniciis in love with Cuba. Chinnici’s powerful visuals are accompanied by stories in English and Spanish to help guide the narrative....

April 7, 2023 · 4 min · 660 words · Brandon Daugherty

Mr. Doodle Exhibits Framed Art and Covers All the Walls in His Signature Doodles for Art Basel

Photo: Courtesy of Mr. Doodle and Pearl Lam Galleries The last time we checked in on British artistMr. Doodle, he’d spent two yearstransforming his homeinto a work of art. The effect is an immersive experience that can’t help but make you smile. Photo: Courtesy of Mr. Doodle and Pearl Lam Galleries While Art Basel has now concluded, Mr. Doodle’s work in China isn’t finished. His show,Mr. Doodle in Love, is currently on view until June 18 at theK11 Art Spacein Wuhan....

April 6, 2023 · 1 min · 151 words · Kelly Dickson

South Korea Announces Construction of Enormous Futuristic Spokeless Ferris Wheel

South Korea has announced that it will be building the world’s largest hubless Ferris wheel. The futuristic structure is calledSeoul Ring, and it’s set to go up in Haneul Park. The location will mean that guests will get a sweeping view of Seoul’s Hangang River. Set to be completed by 2025, the Ferris wheel is a major tourism investment in the city. However, it will be the record holder for a Ferris wheel without spokes or hubs....

April 6, 2023 · 1 min · 140 words · Marc Johnson