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Artist Embroiders Delicate Designs on Dried Leaves to Stitch a Connection With Nature

Richmond-based artistHillary Waters Faylemerges her passions for nature and textile design in her ongoing embroidery project. She stitches geometric and abstract designs onto found leaves, creating a connection between people and nature. These delicate creations shine a spotlight on materials that often go unnoticed and underappreciated. Fayle hand-stitches various motifs and patterns onto their surface, showcasing the resilience of natural fibers. They are ubiquitous to the point of being taken for granted but also uniquely exquisiteremarkable, yet invisible....

Couple Finds Love Through a “Poorly Drawn Cat” and Gets Married 3 Years Later

After she posted it on her account,Emma Fergusonfrom Liverpool, UK, noticed the image. Ferguson had her own cat named Luna and decided to follow Schroeder on social media. I saw a pic on his account of him holding his Luna. Cute boy with catmust follow, of course! After seeing the follow notification, Schroeder checked out her profile and the two began chatting. Of course, after their first reunion, the COVID-19 pandemic hit and travel was restricted around the world....

London Museum Is Returning Over 70 Pieces of Looted Art to Nigeria

(Photo:Horniman Museum and Gardens) TheKingdom of Beninwas established in the 13th century in West Africa. Its capital wasBenin City, or Edo, and is still an urban center of present-day Nigeria. In 1897, British troops razed the citypillaging treasures and burning buildings. Bronze pendant. (Photo:Horniman Museum and Gardens) Many of these looted works ended up in European museums. Several bronze plaques, shaped with prominent figures representing rulers, will also be returned....

Tiny Octopus Sculptures Transform Tea Sets Into Fantastical Settings Under the Sea

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. just 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. Netherlands-based artistSahasacreates whimsical tea sets that look like they were fished from the ocean. Each of these handmade cephalopods interacts with the set in a natural, yet quirky way....

Artist Connects With Family History by Building Cardboard Sculptures That Look Like Wood

ArtistWarren Kingreimagines the possibilities of cardboard in his series of figurative sculptures. The inspiration for these striking statues comes from King’s Chinese heritage. Prior to becoming a full-time artist, he worked as an engineer and then in software for many years. One thing led to another, and now Im doing art full time. Creating figurative sculptures soon became a way for King to get in touch with his ancestry. So I use my art now as a means to reconnect to that part of my history....

Here’s How Galileo Sketched the Moon as Seen Through His Telescope in 1609

Galileo’s sketches of the Moon from Sidereus Nuncius, published in March 1610. Therebellious thinkerspent years refining designs for a telescope, eventually producing one that had 30x magnification. With histelescope, he investigated the planets and even our Moon. Galileo’s sketches of the Moon from Sidereus Nuncius, published in March 1610. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) Another new discovery was the Moon’s bumpy surface, which man could at last gaze upon with clarity....

Little League Batter Comforts Upset Pitcher Whose Throw Hit Him in the Head

However, it was an unexpectedly endearing moment that stole the show. Shelton, who was so distraught at hitting the other player, was struggling to keep it together. So, Jarvis walked to the mound and offered him a hug. Hey, you’re doing just great, Jarvis was heardsaying. Shelton nodded and was clearly fighting tears, but he seemed to appreciate the kind gesture. Soon more players and the Texas coach joined in so they could comfort him....

RIP Dame Olivia Newton-John: Celebrating the Musical Star of ‘Grease’

Photo: s_bukley/DepositPhotos The world lost a beloved music legend this week. I don’t think I imagined living this long! I feel very blessed. Photo: s_bukley/DepositPhotos There, her musical talent was quickly noticed and she performed on local TV shows. One year later, she won two more Grammys for her hit, I Honestly Love You. In 1978, Newton-John found her first big acting role in the musicalGrease. Photo: s_bukley/DepositPhotos Her most successful album,Physicalwas released in 1981....

Spectacular Summer Fireworks Festival Cloaks the Sky and Earth In Colorful Lights

Due to the pandemic, the Kihoku Lantern Festival hadn’t taken place since 2019. It returned in 2022, and photographerLuu Hasegawawas on hand to document this enchating festival. Technical skill is necessary because the entire sky lights up in just a seven-second span. Thanks to his images, we are transported into the Kihoku Lantern Festival and get to experience its magic. Hasegawa even posted ashort videoshowing the different fireworks at the festival over the past four editions....

This Cat Is Nicknamed “Zorro” for the Mask-Like Marking Across His Face

Photo:iWhy_ The famed feline lives in Indonesia with his owner Indraini Wahyudin Noor and several other cats. He’s my favorite cat! Noor has also fully embraced the Zorro comparison. *Photo:iWhy_* One video shows Noor unwrapping a package in front of Boy while the Zorro theme plays. In a surprising turn of events, Noor has also recently welcomed some of Boys kittens into the world. Of the new litter is a little mini-Zorro named Bandit who has the same coloring as his dad....

Illustrator Has Mastered Portrait Drawing and Now Shares Her Knowledge With Others

Capturing someone’s likeness in a drawn portrait is no easy feat. Her skills as a teacher are on full display in the class that she created onMy Modern Met Academy. Her course is calledPortrait Drawing for Beginners: Learn How to Draw Anyone Youd Like. Illustrator and designer Melissa de Nobrega creates masterful digital portraits. She loves sharing her knowledge and helping anyone master the art of portrait drawing. She makes it so aspiring artists of all levels can feel confident creating their own portraits....

Meet the Shoebill Stork, an Enormous Bird That Looks Like a Muppet

The large African bird gets its name from its distinct beak, which looks like a shoe. These solitary birds are not only fascinating for their prehistoric look but also for their behavior. Habitat and Size Photo: riverriver/Depositphotos The shoebill’s natural habitat is the swamps of eastern Africa. Photo: Webitect/Depositphotos Thanks to their stature, they truly are kings of their environment. They can reach up to five-feet high with an eight-foot wingspan, making them fairly intimidating....

Parts of the Great Barrier Reef Show the Highest Coral Cover in 36 Years

The Great Barrier Reef as seen from above. (Photo: ANTSYD/Depositphotos) TheGreat Barrier Reefis a global treasure. Visible from space, the marine park stretches over 1,800 miles along Australia’s Queensland coast. The Great Barrier Reef as seen from above. (Photo: ANTSYD/Depositphotos) The bright coral is a phenomenal living being visible under crystal-clear waters. Meanwhile, it declined from 38% to 34% in the southern portion. While bleaching is an accelerating risk, there is reason for hope....