Finger-Painting Artist Creates Floral Masterpieces Inspired by Creamy Cake Rosettes

Scotts latest collection,Frosting Florals, draws inspiration from the delicate art of piping rosettes on cakes. Each whimsical, 1212-inch oil painting reimagines classic floral bouquets in vases, but with a colorful contemporary twist. This collection blends my love for nature and all things sweet,saysScott. “Trillium” I imagined delicate petals sculpted like frosting on a cake-lush, colorful, and irresistibly soft. Scotts gesturalflower paintingsgo beyond showcasing botanical beauty. A closer look reveals that the flowers inTrilliumare actually hovering outside of the vase....

October 18, 2024 · 1 min · 116 words · Sophia Stone

Museum of Paper Cleverly Designed With a Roof That Looks Like a Sheet of Folded Paper

The building’s existing walls will also receive a new acoustic-regulating layer of origami-inspired paper art on the exterior. The design also calls for new exterior spaces to help invite the public to experience the museum. The expressive is accentuated by the clear, complexity that arises from simplicity. Photo: Wizarch And an obsolete supermarket finds new life under the floating curved roof. BIG is transforming an old supermarket into a new space for Denmark’s Museum of Paper....

October 18, 2024 · 1 min · 110 words · David Grant

Vespa Scooters Given New Life as Innovative Office Chairs

Ever since its launch in 1946, the Vespa scooter has cemented itself as a design classic. Now, the iconic scooter has been given a new life not on the road but inside the office. It also incorporates elements from the scooters hardware, such as blinkers and reflectors, to enhance its authenticity. To maximize its personality, the chair is entirely adaptable to suit the taste of each client. The Scooter Chair does more to reinvent the Vespa....

October 18, 2024 · 1 min · 203 words · Julie Nolan

Yayoi Kusama Reveals Her Largest Permanent Public Installation in London

Yayoi Kusama, Infinite Accumulation, 2024. Liverpool Street station (Elizabeth line). Commissioned as part of The Crossrail Art Programme, 2017 YAYOI KUSAMA. Yayoi Kusama, Infinite Accumulation, 2024. Liverpool Street station (Elizabeth line). Commissioned as part of The Crossrail Art Programme, 2017© YAYOI KUSAMA. Courtesy Ota Fine Arts and Victoria Miro. (Photo: Thierry Bal) Courtesy Ota Fine Arts and Victoria Miro. (Photo: Thierry Bal) Renowned artistYayoi Kusamahas revealed her largest permanent public sculpture,Infinite Accumulation....

October 18, 2024 · 3 min · 436 words · Sherri Price

Gold Coin Featuring Byzantine Emperor Discovered in Bulgaria

The recently discovered coin. Similarly, goldenPersian coinsdiscovered in a city in modern-day Turkey are evidence of the settlement’s Hellenistic roots. Whether buried inhoardsoruncovered individually, coins tell economic, political, and social stories throughout history. The recently discovered coin. (Photo: Rousse Regional History Museum) Part of the empire occupied what is now northwestern Turkey. Byzantine rulers in the region were therefore quite close neighbors. One of these rulers was John III Doukas Vatatzes, Emperor of Nicaea from 1222 to 1254....

October 17, 2024 · 2 min · 297 words · Justin Wolfe

Mother and Daughter Restore Spanish Paintings Using Bacteria

However, this was not the case for Pilar Bosch and her mother, Pilar Roig. Fortunately, her microbiologist daughter, Bosch, offered a solution. She conducted over a decade of research on using bacteria inart restoration. Now, Bosch has found a way to address her mothers problem. Over time, the bacteria learned to naturally produce enzymes capable of breaking down the adhesive. Then, the pair combined the now-trained bacteria with a natural algae-based gel to create a specialized mixture....

October 17, 2024 · 1 min · 125 words · William Anderson

Nikon Small World Contest Celebrates 50 Years of Photographic Excellence Under the Microscope

To develop effective treatments, we need to figure out the basics first. Our research is crucial for uncovering this knowledge and ultimately finding a cure. The second and third-place winners exemplify the diversity found in the competition. 1st Place, Dr. Bruno Cisterna & Dr. Eric Vitriol, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Department of Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine. Differentiated mouse brain tumor cells (actin, microtubules, and nuclei), Super-Resolution, 40X (Objective Lens Magnification)...

October 17, 2024 · 4 min · 666 words · Mary Johnson

Secret Tomb Filled With Skeletons Discovered Under ‘Indiana Jones’ Location in Petra

The centerpiece of this capital is the iconic Treasury, carved directly into the pink sandstone cliffs. In fact, the groundbreaking excavation is covered in a two-part episode that premiered on October 9. We were absolutely stunned by the revelation of this hidden chamber, says Gates. Photo: Discovery’s Expedition Unknown Excavations began in August and the team couldn’t believe what they discovered once they entered the tomb. There is so much that we have yet to learn about The Treasury, shares Dr....

October 17, 2024 · 2 min · 217 words · Jennifer Clark

101 Fun 2024 Holiday Gifts for the Creative People in Your Life

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. c’mon 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. The holiday season is here. That’s why we’ve created something that isn’t your ordinary holiday gift guide. Shovava |$62+ Society6 |$75+ Quince |$50...

October 16, 2024 · 2 min · 376 words · John Wang

11-Year-Old Submitted a Drawing of a Playground to City Hall and They Built It in Real Life

One of Rosili’s concept drawings for the playground. Less than a year later, a now 12-year-old Rosili attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for that very same park. [The park] was budgeted but we didnt have any specifics, Howe told local newspaperStandard-Examiner. One of Rosili’s concept drawings for the playground. Lets use what youve done and build something there. Rosilis resilience and involvement offers clear proof that community engagement can lead to tangible results....

October 16, 2024 · 1 min · 86 words · John Carr

Colorful Stamp Designs Celebrate the Beauty of Endangered Species

Sometimes, revisiting our past creative projects can reveal their lasting value. This is true for Hanoi-based graphic designer and illustratorLam Tung Nguyen(better known simply as Tung Nam). Though years have passed, the project remains as relevant today as when it was first created. Tung Nam recognized the collection’s timeless appeal and recently refined and reshared the designs. Each stamp also includes the species scientific name in Latin and the year they were officially classified....

October 16, 2024 · 1 min · 108 words · Richard Harrison

Conservation Photographer Documents Last Two Northern White Rhinos on Earth [Interview]

The plight of the Northern white rhinoceros puts into clear focus the threats that face all endangered species. Whether documentingbaby penguins in Antarcticaor anexplosive volcano in Guatemala, his work brings us closer to the natural world. Read on for My Modern Met’s exclusive interview and prepare to be inspired. When did your relationship with photography begin? I started at the age of 12, when I was given my first camera....

October 16, 2024 · 2 min · 337 words · Kristen Smith

Olivia Rodrigo Falls Through a Hole on Stage Mid-Show and Recovers Gracefully

The best example of this is a recent unfortunate fall the singer experienced during a show. Still, Rodrigo recovered in spectacular fashion. After taking a scary tumble, Rodrigo quickly climbed out by herself. Photo: imagepressagency/Depositphotos Sometimes there’s just a hole in the stage! OK, where was I? How are you doing tonight, Melbourne? Fans evenpraisedRodrigo’s graceful reaction, and acknowledged how bad the fall looked. Still, it looks like the singer only needed abandage on her fingerafter the accident....

October 16, 2024 · 1 min · 92 words · Luke Johnson