Two 81-Year-Old Women Set Out on Epic Trip to See the World in 80 Days

Though this quest is undoubtedly epic, this isn’t Hazelip and Hamby’s first adventure together. Hazelip recalled in an interview withCBS Mornings. We don’t travel first class, Hazelip says matter-of-factly. If they are well-manicured, they do not want to travel with us. After Antarctica, their travels took them to the remote Easter Island. They then went to Rome and London. The next leg of their tour took them to Africa, where Hamby fulfilled her dream of visiting Zanzibar....

March 28, 2023 · 1 min · 142 words · Carrie Gibson

Two Flight Attendants Let Their Love Story Soar and Got Married in Front of a Plane

A couples wedding venue can help tell the story of their love. They fell in love during their in-flight training as flight attendants. The couple met in 2018 at the flight attendant training with over 300 people in attendance. Despite the large crowd, they found each other. The training lasted three weeks, and Audrey and Alex spent nearly the whole time together. They were smitten, but at the end of the training found that they were stationed in different cities....

March 28, 2023 · 2 min · 246 words · Timothy Montoya

How to Easily Multiply Your Indoor Jungle by Propagating Your Existing Plants

Photo: MarianaMes/DepositphotosThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. c’mon readour disclosurefor more info. Photo: MarianaMes/DepositphotosThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. But you dont need to go back to the plant store to do so. But first,what is plant propagation?Its the process of reproducing flora from a single-plant parent....

March 27, 2023 · 2 min · 278 words · Michael Harris

Hyperrealistic Oil Paintings Explore What We Hide and Share

New York-based artistTigran Tsitoghdzyanexplores this phenomenon in his ongoing series of hyperrealistic portraits, titledMirror. Rendered in a limited grayscale color palette, these paintings depict different women covering their faces with their hands. Except, rather than hiding their features, we are able to see through their hands. The cellphone cameras even have algorithms and recognize the selfie through a filter on your face. This idea of what people filtered and embellished on their faces led Tsitoghdzyan toMirror....

March 27, 2023 · 1 min · 132 words · Kristin Gonzalez

Macro Photography Captures the Delicate Dance of Mantises in Malaysia

Macro photographerPang Waycaptures the delicate dance-like movements of a variety of mantis species. It offers a new appreciation for these elegant creatures that live throughout the world. Although mantises are everywhere, Way is based in Malaysia and focuses on the species there. Scroll down to admire Ways work. To see what hes photographing next, follow him onInstagram. Macro photographer Pang Way captures the delicate dance-like movements of a variety of mantis species in Malaysia....

March 27, 2023 · 1 min · 88 words · Aimee Huff

Photographer Uses Simple Illusion To Capture Giant Moon Hovering Over New York City

But it was the Moon that really captured her imagination and has been her muse for many years. In particular, Wolfe enjoys photographing the Moon in a way that shows off its size. In most of her images, it looks like a giant glowing orb that dwarfs the architecture. This gives her work a surreal touch that makes it stand apart from typical moon photography. The Moon is roughly a quarter million miles away....

March 27, 2023 · 1 min · 210 words · Tina Hansen

Thought-Provoking Exhibit Explores “Fictional Archaeology” With Modern-Day Relics for the Future

Installation view: Daniel Arsham: Wherever You Go, There You Are, 2023. Orange County Museum of Art. (Photo: Yubo Dong, ofstudio) Understanding the past is vital to our future. Installation view: Daniel Arsham: Wherever You Go, There You Are, 2023. Orange County Museum of Art. (Photo: Yubo Dong, ofstudio) Its why, even millions of years later, archeologists are enthralled with pre-historic discoveries. As we sort through them, it can help bring the present into focus....

March 27, 2023 · 3 min · 438 words · Leah Baker

10 Best Canvases for Beginners and Professional Artists

Photo:Stock Photosfrom Chamille White/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo readour disclosurefor more info. Photo:Stock Photosfrom Chamille White/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. There are few events more exciting for an artist than receiving new art supplies. Firstly, which pop in of paint do you use?...

March 26, 2023 · 2 min · 283 words · Megan Campbell

Dandelion-Like “Fairy” Robots Can Help Fill the Gap of Declining Pollinator Populations

Photo: Jianfeng Yang/Tampere University The declining populations of pollinators across the globe are of great concern. In Europe, bus stops have becomepollinator pit stops. In Japan,tiny water shrinesserve as bee respites. Photo: Jianfeng Yang/Tampere University But what if pollinator populations are declining too much? A team of scientists fromTampere Universityin Finland has a possible solution. The university’sLight Robotsis a group focused on robots that respond to light and are also lightweight....

March 26, 2023 · 2 min · 234 words · Amanda Macias

Interactive Exhibition Celebrates Spring With Shape-Shifting Graphics of Beautiful Blooms

Springtime in Japan is known for spectacularcherry blossoms. Art collective teamLab presents its new exhibition at celebrating spring. Located at their Forest museum in Fukuoka, it features numerous interactive rooms. The exhibition evolves into a safari game.

March 26, 2023 · 1 min · 37 words · Phillip Miller MD

Wood and Resin Coffee Tables Look Like Koi Ponds Come to Life

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey 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. Visiting a koi pond is often a tranquil experience. From afar, it’s easy to mistake these handmade pieces for real life. When incorporated into the home, they surely bring some of the quiet beauty of nature to the indoors....

March 26, 2023 · 1 min · 149 words · Matthew Walker

15 Unique Birthday Gifts for Mom That Will Make Her Day Extra Special

Another year is another opportunity to surprise your mom with a winning birthday gift. Fortunately, atMy Modern Met Store, we understand the importance of finding the perfect present for your mom. That is why we have curated a collection of excitingbirthday giftsthat she is sure to love. TheVintage-Inspired Bird ScarfbyShovavafeatures an exquisite bird-inspired print with an intricate hand-drawn aesthetic. It’s an ideal accessory to help your mom’s style soar from the winter months to the spring....

March 25, 2023 · 1 min · 159 words · Shannon Pierce

7 of the Best Mechanical Pencils That Artists and Designers Absolutely Love

Photo:Stock Photosfrom Auttapon Jantham/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like readour disclosurefor more info. Photo:Stock Photosfrom Auttapon Jantham/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. A reliable pencil is a must-have tool for every creative. Refillable and made from plastic or metal, these utensils are ideal for those who prefer long-lasting tools....

March 25, 2023 · 1 min · 196 words · Jessica Perry