Posts by Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Staff Writer at My Modern Met. Originally from Northern Ireland, she is an artist now based in Berlin. After graduating with a BA in Fashion and Textile Design in 2013, Emma decided to combine her love of art with her passion for writing. Emma has contributed to various art and culture publications, with an aim to promote and share the work of inspiring modern creatives. While she writes every day, she’s also devoted to her own creative outlet—Emma hand-draws illustrations and is currently learning 2D animation.
Creative Products
October 31, 2025

20 Quirky Gifts Perfect for People Who Love Painting

Characterized by colorful compositions, energetic brushstrokes, and a wide range of visual styles, painting is one of the most beloved and popular forms of art. While not everyone can create an acrylic or oil masterpiece, everyone can enjoy the timeless practice with these products for people who love paintings. Transcending the traditional canvas, this selection features everything from colorful and contemporary home decor to stylish statement jewelry.

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Installation
October 30, 2025

teamLab Transforms Osaka’s Botanical Garden Into a Living Work of Art at Night

With a blend of stunning nature and vibrant city life, Osaka is already pretty magical. However, international art collective teamLab is bringing even more wonder to the area with its permanent installation at Nagai Botanical Garden. The exhibition is an open-air museum at night, showcasing enchanting artworks that incorporate the plants, lake, and other natural ecosystems in the 240,000-square-meter (almost 2.6-million-square-foot) park.

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News
October 22, 2025

RIP Susan Stamberg: Legendary “Founding Mother” of NPR Who Championed Art and Culture

NPR’s legendary “founding mother,” Susan Stamberg, has passed away at 87. A pioneering journalist who broke barriers in the age of a male-dominated industry, Stamberg became the first woman to co-host a national nightly news program on All Things Considered in 1972. She was known and loved for her warmth, curiosity, and conversational interviewing style that brought humanity and depth to arts and culture reporting.

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Good News
October 20, 2025

Ireland Offers $1,500 Monthly Basic Income for Artists to Support Innovation and Creativity

Making a living as an artist can be challenging, but Ireland is setting a new standard for supporting those in creative careers. Following a successful trial, the country plans to make its Basic Income for the Arts (BIA) permanent starting in 2026. The forward-thinking initiative will provide 2,000 Ireland-based artists and creative arts workers with a weekly payment of about €325 (roughly $375)

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