15+ Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Gifts for Architects and Architecture Lovers

Legendary American architectFrank Lloyd Wrightis one of the most famous architects who ever lived. This does not always mean a picture of his famous Fallingwater or Unity Temple on a t-shirt. Wright designed prints inspired by the nature around him. We have picked some of our favorite renditions of these classic patterns to help modernize your space. Once you are officially a fan like us, confirm to pick up one of these Wright-inspired gift ideas....

March 4, 2021 · 1 min · 119 words · Timothy Murphy

Artist Tosses Colorful Rice To Create 3D Portraits of Pop Culture Characters in Mid-Air

Theres one art form thats new to us, thoughtossed rice art. Minnesota-based mom and artistMaria Lynnis the woman behind it. She creates portraits of pop culture characters using colored grains of rice, laid out on a wooden board. From Winnie the Pooh to popular emoji characters, Lynn can make pretty much any image from colored rice. An incredible amount of patience is required so you can arrange each tiny grain into the right position....

March 4, 2021 · 1 min · 158 words · Benjamin Smith

Artist Transforms Everyday Household Items Into a Host of Playful Characters

For Russian-born, London-based visual artistHelga Stentzel, food and other household objects arent just common commodities. They have hidden personalities that are ready to be brought to life. Giving a glimpse into her creative mind, her series is aptly titledHousehold Surrealism. Each image is made by setting up the objects into the desired shape and pose. She adds, I also carry around a thick notebook where I jot down my ideas....

March 4, 2021 · 1 min · 101 words · Amanda Gutierrez

Esta gigantesca escultura de un elefante está hecha de acero y llantas recicladas

Los neumaticos usados estaban disponibles, siempre a mano, cuenta el artista a My Modern Met. Las cuestiones medioambientales son importantes en cuanto a su uso. Para ver mas obras de Villu Jaanisoo, puedes visitar elsitio webdel artista o seguirlo enInstagram. Sigue hacia abajo para ver mas de sus increibles esculturas de neumaticos reciclados. El escultor estonio Villu Jaanisoo creo un elefante monumental con acero y llantas recicladas.

March 4, 2021 · 1 min · 67 words · Andrew Dunn

Inspiring Young Black Ballerina Receives First Pair of Pointe Shoes That Match Her Skin Tone

As a Black ballerina, it was really tough growing up, Robinson tells My Modern Met. to get to achieve the same effect, dancers of other skin tones have had to make adaptations. Now I fully accept everything that’s unique to me, and I embrace them. The skin tone point shoes are an outward expression of that for me. More diversity, more inclusiveness, more shade options in brands and companies, more representation is crucial....

March 4, 2021 · 1 min · 106 words · Victor Ward

Native American Artist Covers Historical Ledgers With Portraits of Indigenous Peoples [Interview]

Chicago-based artistChris Pappanis carrying on this tradition with his multimedia portraits of different Native figures on historical documents. Pappan’s mixed-media practice involves more than just ledgers, though. Read on for our exclusive interview. “Welcoming the New Dawn,” mixed media on Evanston municipal ledger, 18 x 36 inches, 2018 I have always been an artist. After moving to Chicago, I did a short time at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago....

March 4, 2021 · 3 min · 488 words · Heather Kim

26 Regalos inspirados en la primavera para celebrar el cambio de estación

Este articulo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comision. Por favor lee nuestra divulgacion de afiliados para mayor informacion. Este artículo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comisión. Por favor lee nuestra divulgación de afiliados para mayor información. Por fin, los dias empiezan a alargarse y el frio del invierno nos dice adios....

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 199 words · Matthew Levy

Architects Design Whimsical “Tree House” Resort in Hangzhou, China

After careful consideration, we gradually clarified the concept, explains WH Studio. This design iteration led the firm to develop its three main elements: path, platform, and cabin. While the cabins are dramatically rotated in their respective clusters, these moves are not random. Related Articles:

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 44 words · Rhonda Ryan

Giant Elephant Sculpture Made Entirely of Recycled Tires and Steel

Used tires were available, always around, the artist tells My Modern Met. Environmental issues are important in terms of using these. To see more of Villu Jaanisoos work, you might visit the artistswebsiteor follow him onInstagram. Scroll down to see more of his incredible recycled tire sculptures. Estonian sculptor Villu Jaanisoo sculpted a monumental elephant entirely from recycled tires and steel.

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 61 words · Norman Zimmerman

Hombre encuentra un cuenco de la dinastía Ming en una venta de garage

El hombre compro un pequenocuenco de porcelana azul y blancocon motivos florales por solo 35 dolares. Tras una inspeccion mas detallada, sospecho que su compra podria ser una antiguedad. Para el ojo inexperto, el cuenco de porcelana podria parecer un producto relativamente moderno. Foto:Sotheby’s Los disenos florales del cuenco se asemejan a los motivos representados en el Oriente Medio islamico. En color cobalto, flores de loto, peonias, crisantemos y granadas rodean el recipiente....

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 195 words · Debbie Hall

Incredible ‘Bookshelf Theater’ Unveiled at Tokyo’s Kadokawa Culture Museum

The newKadokawa Culture Museum, designed by renowned architectKengo Kuma, includes an incredible interior filled with books. Kuma designed a unique wood shelving system that reaches floor to ceiling and continues across with floating wooden panels. This area includes new tourist destinations like an anime-inspired hotel and a shrine also designed by Kuma. Photo:Ryosuke Kosuge Projection mapping uses the 500,000 books as part of varying exhibits that give the space its secondary function....

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 140 words · Robert Walters MD

Magical Photos of Fireflies Lighting Up a Forest in Japan

Imagine that multiplied by hundreds and thousands, and the effect is almost overwhelming. I felt like a kid looking for the first time in my life at a Christmas tree! Kordan tells My Modern Met. It was so exciting and enchanting, like magic. At a certain moment, the fireflies synchronize and start blinking synchronously. Of course, capturing this magical sight was no easy feat. Fireflies are very sensitive to ecological conditions, the photographer reveals....

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 117 words · Jill Henson

Sculptor Ben Young on His Glass and Concrete Sculptures and Creative Process [Podcast]

Young also walks us through his creative process and how he finds inspiration for new pieces. Young also has plenty of advice for other creatives who are early in their careers. And, if you like what you hear, c’mon leave us a review!

March 3, 2021 · 1 min · 43 words · Crystal Moore