My Modern Met - March 19 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​[Who Was Josef Albers? Learn About the Artist Whose ‘Interaction of Color’ Still Endures Today](​ [Who Was Josef Albers? Learn About the Artist Whose ‘Interaction of Color’ Still Endures Today] Working with color is a challenge. It goes beyond selecting eye-pleasing hues; color is relative and changes depending on what it's placed next to. Having an understanding of its power—and how to achieve the color relationships you want—is vital for any practicing artist. For many creatives, the work of Josef Albers was essential to their […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Paleontologists Discover Fossil of an Enormous 340-Pound Penguin in New Zealand]()​ [Paleontologists Discover Fossil of an Enormous 340-Pound Penguin in New Zealand] Penguins are fascinating creatures. They come in a variety of sizes, live in diverse habitats, and are undeniably adorable. The penguin species of the past were no less interesting. A recent paper in the Journal of Paleontology has announced the discovery of the biggest ancient penguin yet, a 340-pound behemoth that frolicked around New Zealand […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Our Moon Is Slowly Moving Away From Earth a Little Bit Each Year](​ [Our Moon Is Slowly Moving Away From Earth a Little Bit Each Year] The Moon is a central fixture of our sky, lighting the night and sometimes even showing its grey face in daylight hours. Slivers, halves, and full moons… humans have tracked the cycle of the celestial body for millennia. Yet the familiar movements of the Moon have not always been those we observe each night in […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Dog With an Adorable Pout Smiled With Her Forever Family After 411 Days in a Shelter](=)​ [Dog With an Adorable Pout Smiled With Her Forever Family After 411 Days in a Shelter] When it comes to funny dog faces, there are some who have derpy smiles while a few look permanently concerned. And now, there is a pup who seems to have a permanent pout. Mixed with her big eyes, this canine named Siri has Puss in Boots' big eyes energy, making everyone want to please her […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[13,000 Solar Panels Will Help Power JFK Airport’s ‘New Terminal One’]()​ [13,000 Solar Panels Will Help Power JFK Airport’s ‘New Terminal One’] New York's John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport is getting an upgrade. Its New Terminal One, which started construction in 2022, was designed with both beauty and sustainability in mind. The $9.5 billion project includes a microgrid to power the terminal. This new power system is an innovative answer to the energy crisis and would […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Massive Woodcut Prints Are Dense Scenes Telling Dreamy Stories]()​ [Massive Woodcut Prints Are Dense Scenes Telling Dreamy Stories] Woodcuts stand out for their unique and striking aesthetic. As one of the oldest forms of printmaking, it has been used across different countries and even influenced the art of painters like Van Gogh and Monet. Tugboat Printshop carries on the tactile beauty of this medium by producing exquisitely detailed woodblock prints. Founded by artist […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[9-Year-Old Boy Becomes the Second Youngest Person to Ever Graduate High School](​ [9-Year-Old Boy Becomes the Second Youngest Person to Ever Graduate High School] From the Big Bang Theory to Goodwill Hunting, young geniuses hold a certain cultural fascination. But for real-life brilliant children, their studies can be just one part of childhood. Nine-year-old David Balogun recently made history as one of the youngest people ever to graduate high school. The genius student wants to be an astrophysicist, but […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Vitamin D Supplements May Help Reduce Risk of Suicide Among Veterans](=)​ [Vitamin D Supplements May Help Reduce Risk of Suicide Among Veterans] Many experts say to go outside and take in some sunshine (with appropriate sunscreen) for your health. This advice is likely founded in a concern for vitamin D levels. Humans get this necessary nutrient from exposing their skin to the sun, and then our skin produces vitamin D. A deficiency of vitamin D can damage bone health […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Massive Flower Arrangement Is Encased in Layers of Ice]()​ [Massive Flower Arrangement Is Encased in Layers of Ice] The frozen landscape of Hokkaido in Japan was adorned once again by one of Azuma Makoto‘s surreal installations. Using a colorful assortment of bouquets and plenty of water, the Japanese botanical artist created a towering frozen sculpture. All of the flowers and plants remain trapped in this striking form, still vibrant and in bloom, for […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Winners of Mobile Photography Awards Showcase the Creative Possibilities of Smartphones](​ [Winners of Mobile Photography Awards Showcase the Creative Possibilities of Smartphones] Over the course of 12 years, the annual Mobile Photography Awards have proved the staying power of taking photos with your phone. According to the contest, they received a record number of entries this year, with talented smartphone photographers submitting their work across 12 categories. In the end, it was Australian photographer Glenn Homann who […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Disney Parks’ Beloved Dole Whip Will Soon Be Available in Grocery Stores](​ [Disney Parks’ Beloved Dole Whip Will Soon Be Available in Grocery Stores] Ever since its introduction in 1984, Dole Whip has been a fan favorite frozen treat among Disney Parks visitors. Its fruity flavor is perfect for a refreshing break on a hot sunny day at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. For years, the famous soft serve has only been available at the theme parks and at […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Luggage Handler Achieves Long-Life Dream of Becoming Pilot]()​ [Luggage Handler Achieves Long-Life Dream of Becoming Pilot] This one has been 6 long years in the making. How it started How it’s going pic.twitter.com/wXqN8lITE3 — Never Enough Legroom (@j_muta) September 30, 2022 There is no linear path to achieving one's professional dreams. While we may think that the natural progression of a person’s career is “go to school to acquire a specific […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Give Your Embroidery a Voice When You Learn to Stitch Letters]()​ [Give Your Embroidery a Voice When You Learn to Stitch Letters] One of the best skills to have as an embroiderer is an ability to stitch letters. In being able to embroider letterforms, you can personalize a project or open up your imagery to include quotes or other letter-focused work. If you've ever wanted to try monograms, this is the perfect opportunity. It might seem like […] [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