Jessica Stewart

Italy, Rome

Digital Media Specialist and Contributing Writer at My Modern Met

Writer for @mymodernmet, director and host of @topartistpod. Photography and art lover

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Articles

‘Electric Forest’ Brings Art, Music, and Magic to Michigan’s Enchanted Forest

2 days ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

Michigan's Electric Forest is back for four days of art and music against the enchanting background of the Sherwood Forest. Defined by total immersion through its pillars of music, art, community, and exploration, the festival runs from June 19 to June 22. With headliners like JUSTICE, Louis the Child, Kharuangbin, and The String Cheese Incident, this year's festival promises to be another epic event.
Glasgow Mural Honors Human Rights Activist and Celebrates Protesting for the Greater Good

3 days ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

American muralist JEKS ONE traveled across the ocean to bring his hyperrealistic style to the walls of Glasgow. Created in the riverside district of Govan, the mural honors celebrated Scottish activist Mary Barbour. As a political activist, magistrate, and local councillor, Barbour was a prominent figure in the first half of the 20th century. JEKS ONE was charged with capturing her spirit on a wall that came together quickly.
Funny Early Entries of the 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards

4 days ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards has another month before it closes for entries, but we're getting a little taste of what's in store this year thanks to a fun preview released by the organizers. From cute eagles to lively lions, these photographs are a fun way to see the playful side of nature. The competition, which began in 2015, uses humor to promote the conservation of wildlife and their habitats.
Latvia’s Passports Are a Stunning Ode to the Country’s Natural Environment

5 days ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

When Latvia revamped its passports in 2024, the country was looking to upgrade the document's security and anti-counterfeiting measures. And to do so, they took an artistic design route that is a walk through the Baltic country's landscape. Now, citizens of the country can travel with a piece of art right in their pocket.
Incredible Winners of 2024 NASA Photographer of the Year Awards

5 days ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

In celebration of the talented photographers who work with NASA, the space agency has announced the winners of its 2024 Photographer of the Year competition. From striking portraits of astronauts to advances in the Artemis project, these photos tell the stories that are unfolding as NASA continues to explore outer space. Photographer Josh Valcarcel is a standout in the awards, with six photographs selected for their high quality.
Meet the Woman Who Made Vincent van Gogh Famous

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

Post-Impressionist painter Vincent Van Gogh has long captivated the public's imagination, but did you know that his success isn't only due to his artistic prowess? In reality, it was thanks to the hard work of one woman that Van Gogh rose to fame and stayed a household name long after his death. Johanna “Jo” van Gogh-Bonger, the wife of the painter's brother Theo, is the unsung hero of Vincent's success. Born in Amsterdam, her brother introduced her to Theo, who was instantly enamored.
Stunning Spa in Rome Offers Modern Take on an Ancient Bathing Ritual

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

Nestled into Rome's historic center, a boutique hotel offers a luxurious spa experience. Six Senses Rome pays tribute to the ancient Roman bathing ritual with an hour-long experience to soothe and relax weary travelers. Milan-based designer Patricia Urquiola, who designed the entire hotel, has created a calm, tranquil space for relaxation. With travertine-lined walls and a soft earth-toned palette, a welcoming environment envelopes guests.
Egyptologist Discovers Secret Messages on 3,000-Year-Old Obelisk

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

A French Egyptologist has deciphered hidden messages on a 3,000-year-old obelisk created during the reign of Ramesses II. Covered in hieroglyphics, it was commissioned for the Luxor Temple, but for nearly 200 years, it has called Paris its home. Since 1836, the Egyptian artifact has sat on Place de Concorde, after being gifted to France by the Ottoman Egyptians. There, it is admired by tourists and residents alike, including Egyptologist Jean-Guillaume Olette-Pelletier.
You Can Take a Free Selfie in Space Thanks to Ex-NASA Engineer Mark Rober’s $5 Million Satellite

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

Have you heard about our brand new Space Selfie project? Visit https://t.co/UAbSZiSjWm to learn how to get YOUR photo taken in space, courtesy of our very own SAT GUS satellite! pic.twitter.com/036kMtBUqX— CrunchLabs (@crunchlabs) December 14, 2024People are often thinking of creative locations for their next selfie, so why not outer space? That's exactly what former NASA engineer and popular YouTuber Mark Rober has made possible with SAT GUS.
Filmmaker Captures Schoolmates at 50 Years Old and Again at 60 in Beautiful Look at Aging

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Jessica Stewart

Filmmaker Jeroen Wolf of Imagine Video has once again created a fascinating look at aging with a short film titled 50 Turned 60. In the three-and-a-half-minute video, he captures a group of 50-year-olds saying the Dutch word for “50” and places them side by side with their future selves as 60-year-olds saying the word “60.” In this way, we see how 10 years of life has made an impact on this group, in a video Wolf waited a decade to complete.