My Modern Met - July 27 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[NASA’s Curiosity Rover Discovers Crystals of Pure Sulfur on Mars](=)​ [NASA’s Curiosity Rover Discovers Crystals of Pure Sulfur on Mars] Curiosity—NASA’s robotic rover on Mars—has discovered pure, yellow sulfur crystals on the surface of the Red Planet. Launched over 10 years ago, on November 27, 2011, to determine whether life was or is viable on the planet Curiosity has found evidence of Mars once having liquid water at Gale Crater, scaled the planet’s diverse terrain—lately […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Artist Transforms Recycled Denim Into Stunning “Secret Garden” Installation](​ [Artist Transforms Recycled Denim Into Stunning “Secret Garden” Installation] For many, denim is a wardrobe staple, but for London-based artist Ian Berry, it’s a creative medium. For the last two decades, Berry has used the navy blue fabric to create intricate installations, iconic portraits, and even photorealistic depictions of California. And his latest creation continues to reveal the unexpected and innovative ways denim can […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artistic Finalists of the 2024 Creative Photo Awards]()​ [Artistic Finalists of the 2024 Creative Photo Awards] The 2024 Creative Photo Awards has announced its nominees across seven diverse categories. Organized by the Siena Awards, the international fine art photography contest attracted 4,193 entries from photographers in 135 countries. From artistic portraits to creative wildlife imagery, the finalists represent the best of fine art photography. After evaluating the entries, the expert jury […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Giant Octopus Sculpture Carrying a Menagerie of Endangered Animals Surfaces in NYC](​ [Giant Octopus Sculpture Carrying a Menagerie of Endangered Animals Surfaces in NYC] Art duo Gillie and Marc have transformed the exterior of the World Trade Center Oculus with an enormous bronze sculpture of an octopus. Spanning 36 feet, it's one of the largest octopus sculptures in the world and speaks to Gillie and Marc's wildlife advocacy. The interactive artwork, titled The Arms of Friendship, features some of the […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Turns Bolts, Nuts, and Other Scrap Metal Into Strikingly Detailed Sculptures](=)​ [Artist Turns Bolts, Nuts, and Other Scrap Metal Into Strikingly Detailed Sculptures]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Michel Torres Costa (@micheltorrescosta) They say one man's trash is another man's treasure. For Brazilian sculptor Michel Torres Costa, discarded metal scraps–particularly smaller parts like nuts and bolts—are sources of inspiration and serve as unexpected materials for his art. Using pieces that were otherwise […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Italian Street Artist Has Been Painting Colorful, Positive Art for Over 15 Years](=)​ [Italian Street Artist Has Been Painting Colorful, Positive Art for Over 15 Years] Whether painting in Hong Kong, Belfast, or her native Rome, street artist Alice Pasquini has the unique ability to capture the public's imagination. For over 15 years, she has been creating colorful artwork around the globe. Often focusing on the small moments of life, her public art is a positive beacon of hope that is […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Aerodynamic Solar Panel Powered Camper Holds up to Four People](​ [Aerodynamic Solar Panel Powered Camper Holds up to Four People] When it comes to campers, the quality of the journey matters just as much as the destination. Any seasoned traveler will want a camping trailer that is aerodynamic, easy to tow, and has low energy consumption. South Korean brand Polydrops recently unveiled their P21 camper, which not only fits these requirements but can also comfortably […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Surreal AI Images Imagine Basketball Courts Carved Into Desert Sandstone Canyons](​ [Surreal AI Images Imagine Basketball Courts Carved Into Desert Sandstone Canyons] Al-Ula is one of the most famous locations in Saudi Arabia. Best known for its well-preserved archaeological remains and historical ties to the early Islamic world, the region's geographical makeup is full of beautiful sandstone rock formations that include ridges, cliffs, and canyons. Norah Alsuairy is a digital artist who uses this beautiful natural landscape […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Paraplegic Athlete Kevin Piette Walks With Robot Exoskeleton To Carry the Olympic Torch](​ [Paraplegic Athlete Kevin Piette Walks With Robot Exoskeleton To Carry the Olympic Torch]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por SPORTRICOLORE (@sportricolore) The Olympic torch relay is one of the most exciting events going into the Olympic Games. Athletes and luminaries of all ages carry the flame from Greece all the way to the host city in a display of sportsmanship and brotherhood. Among […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Raises the (Sand) Bar With Her Creative Beach Sculptures](=)​ [Artist Raises the (Sand) Bar With Her Creative Beach Sculptures] Many of us spend summers on the beach, creating sand castles with our families as children. But did you know that it could also be a career? For sculptor Janel Hawkins, it's been a fulfilling way to stay creative and spread joy while teaching skills to others. As the founder of Alabama-based Sand Castle University, […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Miss Kansas Courageously Calls Out Her Abuser on Public Stage, Launches Fight Against Domestic Violence]()​ [Miss Kansas Courageously Calls Out Her Abuser on Public Stage, Launches Fight Against Domestic Violence]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Miss Kansas (@missamericaks) Beauty pageant contestants are often trained to give acute, graceful answers to the hosts' questions, reinforcing the poise they aim to convey. That's why when Alexis Smith, who was recently crowned Miss Kansas, spoke her truth, her message resonated with many […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Dubai’s Will Boast the “World’s Greenest Highway” With 100% Solar-Powered Trams and a Million Trees](=)​ [Dubai’s Will Boast the “World’s Greenest Highway” With 100% Solar-Powered Trams and a Million Trees] Dubai is one of the fastest growing cities in the world. Just in the first quarter of 2024, the city welcomed 25,700 new residents. Aware of the needs of a growing population, URB, an urban planning and development firm, recently unveiled the Dubai Green Spine project, which aims to turn one of the city's major […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Striking Animal Portraits Capture “Humanlike” Poses Full of Personality](=)​ [Striking Animal Portraits Capture “Humanlike” Poses Full of Personality] Photographer Vincent Lagrange doesn't take your standard animal portrait. His remarkable images don't just capture the details of each animal's anatomy, but also strike much deeper into their unique characters. His new book, Between Us: Animal Portraits, hones in on the connection between himself and his animal models as he takes these evocative images. Working […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Mesmerizing Paintings Come to Life When Exposed to Fire](​ [Mesmerizing Paintings Come to Life When Exposed to Fire]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by lesouls (@lesoulsart) From 3D paintings to textile landscapes, artists around the world are pushing the boundaries of art with experimental mediums. Now, Beijing-based artist Lesouls is taking creative innovation to an extraordinary level. His breathtaking acrylic paintings undergo a dramatic transformation when exposed to […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​ Thanks for subscribing to newsletters from [My Modern Met.]( To make sure our emails don’t get lost, [add us to your address book.]() UPDATE YOUR PREFERENCES: - Daily Newsletter: Whenever there is something new - Weekly Roundup: Weekly updates packaged into one convenient newsletter - Click here to change your [current preferences.]( [Unsubscribe]( | 121 Evergreen Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630