Posts by Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.

December 16, 2022

Bauhaus: How the Avant-Garde Movement Transformed Modern Art

Throughout the 20th century, several styles of avant-garde art helped shape modern art. While many of these genres—including subconscious-based surrealism and energetic abstract expressionism—predominantly favored paintings, the Bauhaus movement encompassed a wide array of mediums, materials, and disciplines. Ranging from paintings and graphics to architecture and interiors, Bauhaus art dominated many outlets of experimental European art throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Though it is most closely associated with Germany, it attracted and inspired artists of all backgrounds.

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December 10, 2022

20 Contemporary Art Gifts Inspired by Today’s Top Artists

Do you love contemporary art? Or are you looking for a present for an art lover? If so, take a peek at this modern-day masterpiece: a collection of contemporary art gifts. While it would be amazing to get our art-loving friend or relative a limited edition artwork by their favorite creator, those can be sadly out of most budgets. But don't worry!  Here, you'll find unique presents inspired by the iconic work of today's top artists.

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December 7, 2022

42 Purrfect Gifts for People Who Love Animals

If you’re feeling like a busy bee this hectic holiday season, finding the purrfect presents for friends and family can seem like a daunting task. With this cute and cuddly collection of critter-centric gifts, however, you can cross any animal-loving loved ones off your list. Inspired by the diversity of the animal kingdom, this unique selection showcases a wide range of goodies.

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November 29, 2022

25 Chic Gifts for Imaginative Interior Designers

Picking out presents for interior designers can be intimidating. After all, their entire practice revolves around having an eye for good design. In order to make this task easier, we've mapped out our favorite shops and constructed a collection of imaginative interior design gifts. Here, you'll find gift ideas inspired by the ins and outs of interior design.

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