May 2025
Art of the Folly: Quirky Architecture in European Gardens
Tucked into the rolling estates of Europe, you might stumble upon a miniature Roman temple, a weathered Gothic ruin, or even…
Albania: The History of its Art
Albania’s artistic heritage occupies a peculiar position within the broader framework of European art history. It is both embedded in the…
The Future of Art Looks Bleak: What to Expect in 100 Years
Art has always been a mirror of civilization. From the cave paintings at Lascaux to Michelangelo’s David and Rembrandt’s stirring portraits,…
Voice of the Crown: The Architecture of the Palace of Westminster
The Palace of Westminster, more commonly known as the Houses of Parliament, stands as the heart of British political life and…
Inspiration: “River Landscape,” by Annibale Carracci
Annibale Carracci (1560–1609) was a central figure in the reform of Italian painting in the late 16th century. Alongside his cousin…
White Mountain Art: America’s Landscape Legacy
The White Mountains of New Hampshire, with their sweeping ridgelines, pristine valleys, and clear mountain light, captured the imagination of 19th-century…
Tibet: The History of its Art
Long before the chant of Buddhist monks echoed through the high plateaus and valleys of Tibet, the region bore witness to…
The Spotted Horses of Pech Merle
Tucked into the limestone hills of the Lot department in southern France, the Pech Merle cave offers a stunning glimpse into…
The Skagen Painters: Nordic Light on Canvas
In the far northern reaches of Denmark lies a coastal village that once shimmered not only with natural light, but also…
Inspiration: “The Fortune Teller,” by Georges de la Tour
In a quiet yet cunning composition, The Fortune Teller by Georges de la Tour offers more than a mere scene from…
Art and AI: Exploring the Blurred Creative Divide
Art has always reflected the values and soul of its time. From cave drawings in Lascaux to the soaring cathedrals of…
Inspiration: “Winter Scene on a Canal,” by Hendrick Avercamp
Hendrick Avercamp, born in Amsterdam in 1585 AD, earned the nickname “de Stomme van Kampen,” which translates to “the Mute of…
