Conoce cómo se creaban los manuscritos iluminados en la Edad Media

Y gracias a los proyectos de digitalizacion, tambien podemos examinar de cerca trabajos como elLibro de Kellsde cerca. Descubre como maquetar tu propio manuscrito ilustrado. Fra Vincentius a Fundis (Italiano, activo alrededor de la década de 1560), y Fra Vincentius a Fundis (Italiano, activo alrededor de la década de 1560)‘Misal del obispo Antonio Scarampi', 1567, Temple y pan de oro sobre pergamino encuadernado entre cartulina recubierta de cuero marroquí originalHoja: 41 × 27 cmMuseo J....

December 12, 2019 · 1 min · 113 words · Kayla Graham

These Photos Capture the Incredible Flight Paths Taken by Flocks of Birds

For Bou, the start of the project was a natural progression. Using his knowledge of local wildlife, Bou researches carefully when setting up a shot. In his quest to capture movement, Bou started close to home, profiting from his local expertise. It’s powerful work that is at once artistic and a reminder of the strength of community. These birds, stronger together, are united in their shared mission. Photographer Xavi Bou is known for his powerful abstract photos of migratory birds, collectively calledOrnithographies....

December 10, 2019 · 1 min · 84 words · Nicole Carter DVM

Estas hermosas fotos celebran la belleza de los sitios históricos alrededor del mundo

Puerto Mulberry en Arromanches, Normandia, Francia. Las fotos ganadoras y finalistas retratan una gran variedad de lugares. El resto de las imagenes reconocidas son finalistas. Stéphane Hurel. Puerto Mulberry en Arromanches, Normandía, Francia. Ganador absoluto.En septiembre, durante la marea equinoccial, es posible llegar a pie a los diques del puerto artificial de Arromanches (imaginado por Churchill en 1944 para salvar a Europa del nazismo). Ese día fue el final del verano con sus cálidas luces, durante la hora del día conocida como ‘la hora dorada’”....

December 9, 2019 · 6 min · 1072 words · Christine Collins

Who Was Alexander the Great? Learn 10 Facts About the Legendary Macedonian King and General

To better understand his layered life, read on to learnten important facts. Statue of Alexander the Great in Thessaloniki, Greece. He was of royal lineage on both sides. Alexander Mosaic, House of the Faun, Pompeii, 100 BCE (Photo:Wikimedia Commons[Public Domain]) Alexander was born in 354 BCE toKing Philip II of Macedoniaand his fourth wife,Olympia. Her family even claimed relation to the Trojan War heroAchilles. After Alexander’s birth, Olympia was made the principal wife....

December 8, 2019 · 3 min · 596 words · Brittney Perry

¿Quién fue Alejandro Magno? 10 Datos sobre el legendario conquistador macedonio

Principe, rey, general y leyendahay mucho que decir acerca del gran Alejandro Magno. Para comprender a fondo los muchos aspectos de su vida, sigue leyendo para conocer10 datos importantes. Estatua de Alejandro Magno en Tesalonica, Grecia. Mosaico de Alejandro Magno, Casa del Fauno, Pompeya, 100 BCE (Foto:Wikimedia Commons[dominio público]) Era de linaje real por ambos lados de su familia. Alejandro nacio en el ano 354 a.C., hijo delrey Filipo II de Macedoniay su cuarta esposa,Olimpia....

December 8, 2019 · 3 min · 623 words · Blake Roy

Interview: Naturally Organic Formations of Australia’s Shark Bay As Seen From Above

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. Viewed from the sky, Shark Bay is a strangely organic landscape, says Berbigier. It’s like looking down a microscope at the cellular structure of the continent....

December 7, 2019 · 3 min · 565 words · Amanda Stark

6 Fascinating Facts About Post-Impressionist Pioneer Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Although Toulouse-Lautrec’sgraphic postersspeak for themselves in their enduring energy and design, it is meaningful to know their heritage. Here, we presentsix essential factsabout Toulouse-Lautrec’s fascinating yet tragically short life. Here are six facts about Post-Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s fascinating, bohemian life. Gelatin silver print by Maurice Guibert of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec as both artist and model (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public domain) Toulouse-Lautrec was a nobleman. It was customary for aristocratic families to practice patronage of the arts rather than working with their hands....

December 3, 2019 · 2 min · 281 words · Kelly Edwards

Brilliant Cosplayer Creates Costumes on a Budget That Are Hilariously “Perfect”

Over the years, cosplay has become more than just dress-upit has transcended into an art! Great cosplay outfits can take months of preparationbut not for Anucha Cha Saengchart. Saengchart demonstrates his transformations on his extremely popularFacebook page. In three panels, he shows both the preparations and the final result. While they arent as polished as some other cosplayers, Saengcharts budget costumes are ingenious. Ironmans chest armor was also made with an apple by etching the circuitry-like design into the skin....

December 2, 2019 · 1 min · 145 words · Thomas Dennis

Interview: Photographer Takes to the Sky to Capture Holland’s LED Greenhouses

German aerial photographerTom Hegenhas dedicated his craft to exploring the impact that humans have on the natural world. By photographing these glowing giants, Hegen shows the beauty and mystery of this technology. The photographs themselves are an artistic look at the structures, remaining neutral in their judgment. Beautifully framed, each image is a masterful look at a landscape artificially shaped by humans. Read on for My Modern Met’s exclusive interview....

November 29, 2019 · 2 min · 357 words · Jessica May

14 Diferentes tipos de casas que puedes encontrar alrededor del mundo

A lo largo de la historia, los humanos han construido refugios que se adaptan a su entorno. Para muchos de nosotros, unhogares una construccion permanente de cuatro paredes. Hagamos un recorrido por los diferentes tipos de casas que encontraras alrededor del mundo. Ademas, sus techos estan inclinados para que el agua de lluvia fluya facilmente sin danar la propiedad. Una casa honai tipica tiene aproximadamente 4-6 metros de diametro y 5-7 metros de altura....

November 20, 2019 · 1 min · 192 words · John Knox

6 Surprising Facts About Pop Artist Roy Lichtenstein

In fact, it was this risky approach that helped raise his profile and bring him incredible success. Despite his memorable successes, theres more about Lichtenstein and his artwork thats less known. Here are 6 facts about Roy Lichtenstein you may not have known. Roy Lichtenstein in 1967. His son inspired him to change his style. This includes the use of thick, black outlines and Ben-Day dots. Roy Lichtenstein in 1967. (Photo: Eric Koch / Anefo [CC BY-SA 3....

November 17, 2019 · 2 min · 343 words · Andrea Hill

Artist Draws Monsters Bursting Out of Phones of People Staring at Their Screens

Some cities in China and Europe have designed texter sidewalks just to clear pedestrian traffic jams. IllustratorAndrew Raewas performing his daily weave through the phone-immersed crowds when an idea occurred to him. To realize thePhone Buddiesproject, however, Rae contacted his friendRuskin Kyle, who is a London-based photographer. Kyle started phase one ofPhone Buddiesby taking to the streets of London and photographing the phone-absorbed people he found. Subsequently, Rae was supposed to draw over Kyle’s photographs based on the original idea....

November 15, 2019 · 1 min · 127 words · Noah Roberts

Le Symbolisme Scandaleux Derrière Le Chef-D’œuvre De Jean-Honoré Fragonard “Les Hasards Heureux De L’escarpolette”

Aujourd’hui, le tableau est considere comme l’uvre d’art la plus celebre et la plus appreciee de Fragonard. Representer des scenes sensuelles et indulgentes etait une specialite confortable pour laquelle il etait loue en tant qu’artiste. Tout cela pendant que l’amant entiche tend un bras phallique suggestif. Jean-Honoré Fragonard, “Les hasards heureux de l’escarpolette”, 1767 (Photo :Wikimedia Commons) Jean-Honoré Fragonard, “Le Colin-Maillard,” 1750-5 (Photo :Wikimedia Commons) Jean-Honoré Fragonard, “Autoportrait,” 1760-70 (Photo :Wikimedia Commons)...

November 15, 2019 · 1 min · 123 words · Stephanie Diaz