My Modern Met - April 17 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​[Dreamy Wisteria Trees Transform Japan Into a Blooming Wonderland Every Spring]()​ [Dreamy Wisteria Trees Transform Japan Into a Blooming Wonderland Every Spring] We often associate a “wonderland” with winter, but visiting Japan’s Tochigi prefecture is a whole other kind of dreamscape. When the clock turns to spring, it’s a time when the wisteria trees are in full bloom. The effect is magical; they cloak the landscape with trailing canopies of purple, pale pink, white, and even yellow […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Two Astrophotographers Join Forces to Create Enormous 140-Megapixel Photo of the Sun](=)​ [Two Astrophotographers Join Forces to Create Enormous 140-Megapixel Photo of the Sun] Two astrophotographers teamed up to produce an incredible 140-megapixel image of the Sun. Andrew McCarthy and Jason Guenzel are each skilled in the art of capturing the cosmos, but what they have been able to produce together is mindblowing. This image of the Sun shows its fiery surface in rich detail, as well as a […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Stunning Metal Sculptures Recreate the Fluid Forms of Splashing Water](=)​ [Stunning Metal Sculptures Recreate the Fluid Forms of Splashing Water] The word sculpture typically evokes a static figure that is suspended in time. Beijing-based artist Zheng Lu, however, finds a way to convey not only movement but also changeability. His series of metal sculptures mimic the splashing of water, taking on the amorphous shapes of liquid as it splatters in different directions. Ranging from a […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Organist Adds a Thrilling Layer to the ‘Star Wars’ Score in a Live Performance With a Symphony]()​ [Organist Adds a Thrilling Layer to the ‘Star Wars’ Score in a Live Performance With a Symphony] The Star Wars score is one of the most epic soundtracks of all time. Throughout the years, orchestras around the world have given fans the chance to listen to it live, building on the thrill of an already powerful work. However, one musician has added an extra layer by incorporating an instrument that wasn't part […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Listen to 385,000 Vintage 78 RPM Records for Free on ‘The Internet Archive’]()​ [Listen to 385,000 Vintage 78 RPM Records for Free on ‘The Internet Archive’] One way to understand the past is to listen to the music of the time. The Internet Archive is making that easier than ever with over 395,000 digitized records in the 78 RPM style, which dominated from 1900 to about 1950. The files are free to access, stream, and download. The collection is more than […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Archeologists Find Preserved Food at an Ancient Iraqi Tavern Site](​ [Archeologists Find Preserved Food at an Ancient Iraqi Tavern Site] After a hard day's work, ancient people liked to unwind at the pub just like modern folks. At least, that is what new findings on the important archeological site of Lagash in Iraq indicate. As recently announced by the University of Pennsylvania, archeologists digging at the site uncovered a tavern dating to around 2700 B.C.E. […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Vintage Textile Patterns Are Reimagined as Intricate Laser-Cut Paper Sculptures](​ [Vintage Textile Patterns Are Reimagined as Intricate Laser-Cut Paper Sculptures] Vintage textiles are reimagined in paper form through stunning creations by Ibbini Studio. Based in Abu Dhabi, artist Julia Ibbini and computer scientist Stéphane Noyer have merged their expertise into a unique practice that combines contemporary digital design with traditional craftsmanship. Their series of sculptural works feature ornamental motifs from an array of sources, stretching […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Yeasts and Fungi Are Helping Create Delicious Animal-Free Dairy To Drink and Eat]()​ [Yeasts and Fungi Are Helping Create Delicious Animal-Free Dairy To Drink and Eat] Americans are eating more dairy than ever, with consumption rising each year. But this love of cheese, yogurt, and ice cream isn't just reserved for items made from cow milk. Plant-based milks are increasingly popular, as well as a new category of dairy that you may not have heard of. These animal-free dairy products aren't […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Entrancing CGI Animation Visualizes the “Lipid Theory” of How Life Began](=)​ [Entrancing CGI Animation Visualizes the “Lipid Theory” of How Life Began] London-based CGI artist Markos Kay focuses his work on complex scientific theories and visualizations. In his latest animation titled aBioGenesis, he explores how life originated on Earth. The results are incredibly mesmerizing. Kay explains that the “primordial soup” theory is one of the main ideas of how life was first created on our planet. He says […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Dizzying Hyperrealistic Paintings Capture the Shift Perspectives of Bustling Cities]()​ [Dizzying Hyperrealistic Paintings Capture the Shift Perspectives of Bustling Cities] Cities like New York and Paris are so large and complex that it is hard to contain them on one canvas. Artist Nathan Walsh, however, manages to create an incredibly detailed picture of urban living in his hyperrealistic paintings. By using different vantage points and incorporating reflections, these depictions feel like snapshots of a specific […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Aerial Photos Capture the Artistry of Different Sports From a Bird’s Eye View](=)​ [Aerial Photos Capture the Artistry of Different Sports From a Bird’s Eye View] Ordinary activities are given a fresh perspective in the work of Ilanna Barkusky. The Canadian-born and now California-based photographer uses drones to capture swimming, tennis, basketball, and other sports from an overhead view in her series titled Aerial. These artful shots highlight the beauty of athletics from a less-seen angle. Barkusky's Aerial series is a […] [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