My Modern Met - February 14 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​ ​[Man Travels to Disney World and Tries To Enter the Park With a 46-Year-Old Ticket](​ [Man Travels to Disney World and Tries To Enter the Park With a 46-Year-Old Ticket] Disney World is a dream destination for many children and families around the world. In its 52-year history, it has witnessed many advancements, not only in its rides and entertainment, but even in its ticketing system. When TikToker Matthew Ables came across a vintage set of paper tickets that had been in his family home […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Turns Found Stones and Shells Into Beautiful Beach Installations](​ [Artist Turns Found Stones and Shells Into Beautiful Beach Installations] There is arguably nothing more peaceful than taking a relaxed walk along the beach. Between the feeling of sand beneath your feet and the sound of the waves gently crashing, it is no surprise that artist Jon Foreman relishes in the meditative quality of his surroundings. He takes the tranquility of the sandy setting one […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Stolen Van Gogh Painting Recovered in an IKEA Bag Will Go on Display](=)​ [Stolen Van Gogh Painting Recovered in an IKEA Bag Will Go on Display] Artist Vincent van Gogh is one of the world's most famous painters in art history. Known for cutting off his own ear in a depressed period in later life, the painter was a leading figure in the Post-Impressionism movement. But before his vivid swirls and vases of sunflowers, Van Gogh was inspired by realist painters […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Explore the Grounds of Tirranna, a House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, in This Video Tour](=)​ [Explore the Grounds of Tirranna, a House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, in This Video Tour] Famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright is best remembered for his sweeping architecture, including the Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater. But some of the most celebrated aspects of his work can also be studied through some of his lesser known pieces, such as Tirranna. This house is located next to the Noroton River in Connecticut, and Architectural […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[How New York City’s Subway Stations Have Transformed Into an Underground Art Gallery](​ [How New York City’s Subway Stations Have Transformed Into an Underground Art Gallery] With a daily ridership of nearly 4 million people, New York City's subway system sees a lot of traffic. That's part of why the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has made an effort to transform the city's subway stations into public art galleries. Over the past four decades, the MTA has commissioned more than 400 permanent […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Learn Why People Love These Online Art Classes](​ [Learn Why People Love These Online Art Classes] While we can write as much as we want about the benefits of taking an online art class with My Modern Met Academy, nothing is better than getting first-hand insight. That's why student reviews are invaluable. They let us learn about what students like while at the same time helping any potential pupil understand what […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Sweet Video Shows How Grandma Slowly Warms up to Granddaughter’s Boyfriend](=)​ [Sweet Video Shows How Grandma Slowly Warms up to Granddaughter’s Boyfriend] It's common for people to get a little nervous when they meet their in-laws for the first time. It can be especially daunting when you don't share the same language or culture. Fortunately, bonds can usually be built with time. Claire and Peter, a couple of travel bloggers, recently visited China, where Claire's grandparents live. […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Over 600,000 Solar Panels Powered Super Bowl LVIII in Historic Green Milestone]()​ [Over 600,000 Solar Panels Powered Super Bowl LVIII in Historic Green Milestone] Kansas City Chiefs fans were over the moon when their team won last night's Super Bowl in a thrilling game that went into overtime. But for climate activists, the real victory happened behind the scenes. For the first time ever, the NFL's biggest game of the year was played in a stadium powered by 100% […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Watch Post Malone Sing an Acoustic Version of “America the Beautiful” at the Super Bowl](=)​ [Watch Post Malone Sing an Acoustic Version of “America the Beautiful” at the Super Bowl] The most memorable musical moments from the Super Bowl are usually the halftime shows; however, the pre-game ceremony also offers some sweeping performances. This year, Usher headlined the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Reba McEntire sang “The Star-Spangled Banner,” and Andra Day performed “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Though they were all spectacular in their own […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Painting Stolen Over 50 Years Ago by Mobsters Is Finally Recovered](=)​ [Painting Stolen Over 50 Years Ago by Mobsters Is Finally Recovered] There are many art heists that remain unsolved, but through chance and research one was recently solved. In 1969, Dr. Earl Leroy Wood's Hoboken home was burglarized and a precious 18th-century artwork was stolen. The painting—known as the The Schoolmistress—is by the English painter John Opie. It depicts a woman hunched over, helping children with […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Talented 9-Year-Old Violinist Joins Pianist for Impromptu Street Performance of ‘Carol of the Bells’](=)​ [Talented 9-Year-Old Violinist Joins Pianist for Impromptu Street Performance of ‘Carol of the Bells’] Those pianos sitting in public places are beacons of beautiful music. You never know whether a famous musician or a prolific pedestrian will stop and play a few notes for passersby. Being blessed with an exciting performance on your daily commute is a treat on its own, but some lucky travelers were regaled with a […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Meticulously Handcrafted Miniature Tea Sets Made Entirely of Polymer Clay](​ [Meticulously Handcrafted Miniature Tea Sets Made Entirely of Polymer Clay] No, your eyes are not deceiving you. You're looking at miniature dinnerware made of polymer clay, handcrafted by a South Korean artisan known as Clay Zoo. By using white and blue clay that is folded on itself to create realistic ceramic patterns, the artist constructs a tiny tea set with a teapot and mugs, as […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Spent Three Years Drawing Map of the World with 1,642 Animals]()​ [Artist Spent Three Years Drawing Map of the World with 1,642 Animals] Do you know which species of animals are indigenous to your area? Artist Anton Thomas has created a pictorial map that is both educational and stunning to look at. Titled Wild World, this large-scale piece is hand-drawn in colored pencil and pen, requiring three years to complete from start to finish. From American bison to […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Watch a Trombone Player Perform a Goosebump-Inducing Solo That Surprises the Rest of the Band]()​ [Watch a Trombone Player Perform a Goosebump-Inducing Solo That Surprises the Rest of the Band] Music can evoke a myriad of emotions. But have you ever seen a performance so good that it gives you goosebumps? A presentation from the Benedict College Trombone section has been making rounds online for it's sheer display of talent. Soloist William Bilal dazzles the crowd with an electrifying rendition of “Black & Blues” by […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Explore the Impressively Accurate Medieval World Map by a 12th-Century Islamic Scholar](​ [Explore the Impressively Accurate Medieval World Map by a 12th-Century Islamic Scholar] Cartographers—or map makers—shape how we perceive our world. Most people are not fortunate enough to travel every continent and observe every sea. Even those lucky travelers who manage to accomplish such a feat will find their perspective limited by being Earth-bound, only able to see the horizon in front of them. For centuries before GPS […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Watch a Group of Seniors Enjoy the Beach With the Help of Floating Chairs]()​ [Watch a Group of Seniors Enjoy the Beach With the Help of Floating Chairs] This is kindness. byu/Ok-Branch-9943 inMadeMeSmile The beauty of the ocean is alluring at any age, but it may not be accessible for everyone. This is especially true for the elderly, as many no longer possess the physical abilities to walk in the sand, keep their balance, and swim. However, they deserve to enjoy a beach […] [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