Sara Barnes

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Writer and Editor at My Modern Met

Sara Barnes, an illustration blogger who enjoys ceramics & embroidery! @mfa_ilp alum & write for @mymodernmet + more

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Articles

Charming Embroideries of Japanese Hiragana Illustrate the Many Words Formed by Each Character

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

Illustrator and embroidery artist Tomoko Kubo is stitching their way through the Japanese hiragana lettering system. There are 46 characters within the lettering system, and Kubo has designed each piece as a colorful peek into the character. Every bubble design features foods, animals, landscapes, and activities that begin with the chosen character.
Decorate Your Skin for Spring With These Artsy Temporary Tattoos

1 week ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

Now that our winter jackets are stashed away, it’s time to shine with sleeveless tops and spring accessories. Looking for that artsy addition to your wardrobe that will go with anything in your closet? Tattly temporary tattoos are it. The creative designs cloak your skin in statement-making illustrations, perfect for whether you're an art appreciator, wildlife lover, or just enjoy stopping to smell the flowers.
Hypnotic Drippy Artwork Cloaks Las Vegas Sphere in Mesmerizing Moving Hues

2 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

Las Vegas’ Sphere is an incredible sight to behold. Its ever-changing Exosphere is a showstopper—not an easy feat in a city known for its over-the-top visuals. In 2023, artists began to showcase their work on the 580,000-square-foot display as part of the XO/Art showcase, with Refik Anadol being the first to utilize the expansive setting. Now, Jen Stark has made her mark by covering Sphere in Cosmic Cascade.
Stunning Self-Portraits Connect Humans to Icy Icelandic Landscapes [Interview]

2 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

For three years, Anna Isabella photographed herself among Iceland's ice caves and glaciers. The ambitious self-portrait project features her in places many of us dream of visiting—chiseled ice peaks against an equally frigid backdrop. Devoid of other people and the trappings of human existence, she stands alone, looking on toward a landscape with an otherworldly appeal. Anna Isabella is the focal point of each image; but, at times, it’s hard to spot her.
Learn About Louise Bourgeois: From Her French Beginnings To Monumental Spider Sculptures

2 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

French-American artist Louise Bourgeois was a prolific creative. In her eight-decades-long career spanning the 1930s to the 2010s, she created large-scale sculptures for which she’s still known today. Sculptures, however, were just one part of her practice; she also painted, printed, and produced fabric art. The pieces were informed by the many themes she explored, all of which have proved timeless: memory, trauma, family, and the body.
Watch How the 7.7 Magnitude Myanmar Earthquake Caused Skyscrapers To Shake and Disorient People in a Rooftop Pool

3 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

Embed from Getty ImagesOn Friday, March 27, at 12:50 p.m. local time, a devastating earthquake struck Myanmar. The 7.7-magnitude shock happened near Mandalay and rippled throughout Southeast Asia and China. The effects have been catastrophic; the death toll is at least 2,000 people, with many more missing. We likely won’t know the full effects of what is happening in Myanmar, as there is limited information coming from the country because it’s in the middle of a civil war.
Biomimicry Meets Architecture in Lilypad, a Floating City Concept

3 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

We can learn a lot from nature. Architect Vincent Callebaut looks to our environment as a guide for designing his forward-thinking structures. His conceptual creation Lilypad is a prime example. Lilypad is a floating island that draws inspiration from the gigantic Victoria amazonic, a species of water lily known for having the largest leaves of any water plant. Their lamina (leaves) can grow up to nearly 10 feet in diameter.
Art and Culture Guide for Things to do in Phoenix

3 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

Phoenix, Arizona, is the largest city in the southwestern United States and has a vibrant culture to match. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the desert and sunny skies about 300 days out of the year, there is always something to do and look forward to in terms of art, culture, and food. The desert has long been a source of inspiration for people throughout history.
Spring Into Art Making With These Innovative Watercolor Supplies

3 weeks ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

One of the best ways to celebrate the seasons is through art. Spring has sprung, and what better way to commemorate this time of year than with watercolor paintings? After all, bears aren’t the only ones that hibernate for the winter. Many of us do, too. As we reemerge from the cozy couches and enjoy the sunnier days and budding blooms, it’s time to replenish your painting stash. For that, look no further than the innovative art supplies of Viviva Colors.
25,000 Paper Moths and Butterflies Cover the Walls and Ceilings of the Phoenix Art Museum

1 month ago | mymodernmet.com | Sara Barnes

Artist Carlos Amorales’ installation Black Cloud is his way of saying goodbye. The Mexico City-based artist has described the massive artwork as a farewell to his grandmother. He’s done so through 25,000 black paper moths and butterflies depicting 30 species that cover multiple walls and ceilings, reaching great heights. “I was conscious that my visit would be the last time that I will see her alive,” he explained of Black Cloud‘s provenance, “so it was an intense emotional moment.