How Impressionism Changed the Art World and Continues to Inspire Us Today

While Impressionism’s distinctive aesthetic is undoubtedly one-of-a-kind, the context of the canvases is just as captivating. What is Impressionism? Impressionismis a movement of art that emerged in 1870s France. This resulted in a greater awareness of light and color and the shifting pattern of the natural scene. Brushwork became rapid and broken into separate dabs so that render the fleeting quality of light. Studio Nadar, ca. Mary Cassatt, “Little Girl in a Blue Armchair,” 1878 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)...

June 12, 2019 · 2 min · 256 words · Christopher Miller

Enjoy the Best Creative Products When You Shop at My Modern Met Store

We are often asked by our readers where they can buy the things they see on My Modern Met. My Modern Met Store headquarters is located in sunny Southern California. Were regulars at our local post office, and we ship around the world (with afew exceptions). Were consistently adding to our selection of creative products, so be sure to check in on us often. We donate a small portion of our proceeds from My Modern Met Store to a different cause each year....

June 7, 2019 · 2 min · 234 words · Michele Crawford

The Fascinating Story Behind the Painting That Led to Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’

Photo: Kelly Richman-Abdou / My Modern Met During hisshort career,Post-ImpressionistpioneerVincentvan Goghpainted an eclectic array ofsubject matter. Unfortunately, Van Gogh’s time in the French capital was equally futile. Without that, youd be bound to get utterly numbed. Photo: Kelly Richman-Abdou / My Modern Met In pursuit of this peace of mind, Van Gogh headed south, landing in the idyllic commune ofArles. Van Gogh explains the extent of his tonal attention in a letter to Theo....

June 2, 2019 · 1 min · 212 words · Carl Page

7 Facts About Machu Picchu That Show How Incredible the Inca Empire Was

Stock Photosfrom Anton_Ivanov/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo readour disclosurefor more info. Stock Photosfrom Anton_Ivanov/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. And perhaps nothing is more symbolic of their culture than the great archeological site ofMachu Picchu. Though its located just 50 miles from Cusco, it appears a world away....

May 30, 2019 · 2 min · 301 words · Ryan Carter

Interview: How an Avid Traveler Chronicles His Adventures Through Illustrated Journals

The spreads comprise writing and images that record both the ordinary and extraordinary parts of his trips. Hes not mindlessly snapping photos only to forget what they mean later on. We had the pleasure of speaking to Hacklander about histravel journals. Looking for travel journal ideas? What inspired you to start keeping travel journals? What artist materials do you use when you travel? The way I choose my tools is to make them compact and convenient during traveling....

May 30, 2019 · 1 min · 199 words · Kimberly Walters

Colorized Photos Reveal the Historic Moment King Tut’s Tomb Was Discovered

These incredible images, which have been colorized by Dynamichrome, give an unparalleled overview of the excavation. 29th/30th October 1925, Tutankhamun’s Tomb | The gold mask (Carter no. which lay over a gilded, wooden frame (Carter no. October 1925, Tutankhamun’s Tomb | Howard Carter working on the lid of the second (middle) coffin, still nestled within the case of the first (outermost) coffin in the Burial Chamber. (©️ Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colorized by Dynamichrome)...

May 29, 2019 · 6 min · 1108 words · Melissa Briggs

Everything You Need to Know to Create Textured Paintings with Palette Knives

Stock Photosfrom Zerbor/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. c’mon readour disclosurefor more info. Stock Photosfrom Zerbor/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Thepalette knifeisnt just a tool for mixing paint on your palette. What is Palette Knife Painting? Palette knife paintingis a term used to describe theimpastotechnique of applying paint to canvas using a painting knife....

May 28, 2019 · 2 min · 286 words · Jacqueline Jones MD

6 Facts About Gertrude Stein, One of Modern Art’s Most Important Collectors

If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like readour disclosurefor more info. Few collectors have had as great an impact onmodern artasGertrude Stein. Carl Van Vechten, “Portrait of Gertrude Stein, New York” (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Her close-knit relationships with figures likePablo PicassoandHenri Matisseenabled her to foster incredible friendships while building a world-famous art collection....

May 27, 2019 · 2 min · 364 words · Ian Perez

Expressive Ink Sketches Capture the Intricate Details of Italian Architecture

Cangelosi’s portfolio features a collection of beautiful buildings and monuments found across the country. The drawings are a continuous technical and representative research, she tells My Modern Met. you could see more of Cangelosi’s awe-inspiring architectural sketches on herInstagrampage. Giuliana Flavia Cangelosi creates architectural sketches of real-life buildings and monuments.

May 25, 2019 · 1 min · 50 words · Melissa Houston

How Haussmann Architecture Transformed All of Paris With Modern Buildings

It was a total transformation of Paris into a modern metropolis. After constructing thegrande croisee deParis, Haussmann continued to build boulevard after boulevard all throughout Paris. This urban planning resulted in a data pipe of wide, open streets and tree-lined avenues. Photo:Stock Photosfrom ArtSyslik/Shutterstock All apartments are made from a cream-colored stone, with the locally sourced Lutetian limestone among the most prevalent. They also have steeply sloped, four-sidedmansardroofs angled at 45....

May 25, 2019 · 1 min · 186 words · Ashley Vargas

Here’s Everything You’ll Need to Set Up Your Own Home Art Studio

Stock Photosfrom Viktoriia Hnatiuk/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. c’mon readour disclosurefor more info. Stock Photosfrom Viktoriia Hnatiuk/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Many artists struggle to find the space they need to create. Having your ownhome art studiomight sound unattainable, but it doesnt have to be....

May 24, 2019 · 2 min · 230 words · Jerry Harris

Interview: Incredible Split-Second Photo of Bald Eagle with Symmetrical Reflection

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. Amateur wildlife photographerSteve Birohas been photographing birds for the past 10 years. The tips of his feathers touch the surface, making a complete circle of body and reflection....

May 24, 2019 · 2 min · 326 words · John Greene

How Mondrian Won the Art World with Just Three Colors

Composition II in Red, Blue, and Yellow by Piet Mondrian, 1930. (Photo: Public domain viaWikipedia)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. “Composition II in Red, Blue, and Yellow” by Piet Mondrian, 1930. (Photo: Public domain viaWikipedia)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info....

May 22, 2019 · 2 min · 374 words · Darin Powers