Resources

December 25, 2019

How to Draw a Dragon With These Easy Step by Step Instructions

No fairytale setting is really complete without the presence of a grand and monstrous dragon. As a popular character in both Western and Eastern mythologies, many versions of this creature have been illustrated. Some have wings, and others are sea-based; some are ferocious, and others more cuddly. With so many varieties it can be hard to pin down which one you want to draw.

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October 18, 2019

Where You Can Find the Most Festive ‘Day of the Dead’ Celebrations in the U.S.

Historically, most Americans have associated the end of October with Halloween, a festive day dedicated to all things spooky. Recently, however, another autumnal celebration has crossed over into the country’s mainstream culture: Día de los Muertos, a Mexican holiday held to honor those who have died. Occurring on October 31, November 1, and November 2, this three-day fete brings people from all walks of life to Mexico.

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September 27, 2019

AI Creates 100,000 Computer-Generated Faces That Look So Incredibly Real

Artificial intelligence has made it easier than ever to produce images that look completely real but are totally fake. Icons8 is a company who wants to put these types of pictures to use, and so they’ve created Generated Photos, a resource of 100,000 AI-generated faces that are royalty-free. Although there are some portraits that look glitchy (and therefore fake), there are many more that could rival the real people you see in stock photos.

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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.