In the late-16th century, the Japanese painter Kanō Eitoku inspired a new expression: kaikai kiki. The term can roughly be translated as “dangerous yet appealing,” serving as an appropriate summary of Eitoku’s delicate, unusual, and at times supernatural aesthetic.
Long before the advent of photography, there was drawing and printmaking.
Mesopotamia has long been considered as the “cradle of civilization,” housing some of the world’s earliest complex societies, such as...
Meet Gatsby, the “Galaxy Kitty,” whose fur is a real meow-teor shower of stars. His cosmic markings are caused by vitiligo, a rare medical condition that causes patches of white fur to develop over time. When pet photographer Greg Murray first spotted Gatsby’s dazzling appearance on Instagram, he was instantly inspired to capture the striking cat on camera.
Hyperrealistic drawing combines technical skill and the determination to depict something exactly as the human eye sees it.
Earlier this month, Oasis kicked off its much-anticipated reunion tour in Wales, a feat 16 years in the making.
What did big shot Impressionists like Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Alfred Sisley and Pierre-Auguste Renoir have in common? They were all huge advocates for painting en plein air, or outdoors. Many of these artists’ most famous and emotive works were painted outside, in the elements. While working in a studio certainly has its benefits for productivity, there’s something to be said about creating art outdoors in nature.
Artist and photographer Kip Fulbeck is revisiting his examination of identity as someone of mixed Asian descent.
The iconic Bayeux Tapestry—an embroidered masterpiece illustrating the 1066 Norman invasion and the Battle of Hastings—is set to be displayed...
Peru is home to some of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, including the country’s most-visited monument, Machu Picchu; the colorful wall paintings in Pañamarca; and the enigmatic Nazca lines. Now, a brand new discovery has joined the roster of Peru’s mystifying landmarks. The Ministry of Culture has unveiled new details about Peñico, a recently unearthed site that dates back 3,800 years.
Relationships aren’t always sunshines and rainbows.
Countless pet rocks. A vibrant teal suit. Thousands of letters, photographs, and cassette tapes.
