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November 25, 2025

Beautifully Haunting Film Poster for Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’

Director Guillermo del Toro and illustrator James Jean have developed a creative partnership that fuses each of their unique visions. For nearly a decade, del Toro has tapped Jean to design posters for his films, beginning with The Shape of Water in 2017. In 2022, it continued with Pinocchio. Now, the director and illustrator—both juggernauts in their respective industries—are reuniting for another film poster. This time, it’s for del Toro’s Frankenstein.

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September 6, 2025

Sam Cooke’s Civil Rights Anthem Has Inspired a Beautifully Illustrated Children’s Book

Inspired by Sam Cooke’s iconic protest song, illustrator Nikkolas Smith has brought A Change is Gonna Come to life. Smith, whose “artivism” has garnered him national acclaim and fans like the Obamas, challenged himself with this children’s book full of depth and meaning. As Cooke’s inspiring lyrics unfold across the pages, Smith provides a visual narrative that takes us through the Civil Rights movement.

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July 28, 2025

Artist Explores Mental Health Through Years of Futuristic Cityscape Drawings

For many creatives, the drive to make art comes from an unexplainable part of their psyche. They’re just born to express their inner minds through any means possible, even if that means spending countless hours on their craft. Contemporary French artist Margritt Martinet is one such artist that just needs to draw, no matter how long a piece might take her. She renders large-scale, futuristic cityscapes in pencil and ink that take years to complete.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.