Walking along the Raritan River Greenway
The longest completed section of the Raritan River Greenway is three miles (5 km) long and runs from a hill near Red Oak Way in Bridgewater to Nevius Street in Raritan. The…
Where Art Meets Story
Our growing archive of stories on art, design, and culture.
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Love Story: Peter Paul Rubens and Isabella Brant
Peter Paul Rubens is celebrated not only as one of the greatest artists of the Baroque period but also as a man whose personal life intertwined deeply with his work. Among the…
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Biography: Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Dante Gabriel Rossetti, born on May 12, 1828, in London, England, was a pivotal figure in the 19th-century art world, renowned for his contributions to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and for his profound…
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The Macabre World of Victorian Hair Art: A Fascinating Look at Memento Mori
The Victorian era was rife with unique and often unsettling artistic expressions, with hair art standing out as one of the most intimate and macabre forms. Hair art, which involved creating intricate…
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Biography: Peder Mønsted
Peder Mønsted (1859-1941) was a Danish painter known for his beautifully rendered landscapes, particularly those depicting the Danish countryside and its natural beauty. He was a prominent figure in Danish art during…
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Biography: Eastman Johnson
Eastman Johnson (1824-1906) was an American painter known for his contributions to 19th-century American art, particularly in the realm of genre painting and portraiture. He was born in Lovell, Maine, and displayed…
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Biography: Arthur Melville
Arthur Melville (1855-1904) stands as a remarkable figure in the panorama of Scottish art, celebrated for his pioneering spirit and exceptional use of watercolor. Born in Loanhead of Guthrie, near Arbroath, Scotland,…
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The Tunguska Explosion: The Astonishing Impact on Art and Culture
In the early morning hours of June 30, 1908, the quiet Siberian wilderness was suddenly and violently disturbed by an explosion so powerful that it flattened over 800 square miles of forest.…
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Art Forgeries: Fakes that Fooled the World
Art forgeries are more than just clever imitations; they are a fascinating blend of skill, deception, and audacity. These fakes have fooled experts, duped collectors, and even found their way into prestigious…
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The Hidden Artistry of the Cagot People: A Journey Through Their Craftsmanship
The Cagot people, a group with a mysterious and often misunderstood history, have long intrigued historians and anthropologists. Despite facing significant discrimination and social ostracism, the Cagots left a remarkable legacy through…
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Biography: Émilie Charmy
Émilie Charmy, born in Saint-Étienne, France, on April 2, 1878, emerged as a distinctive and influential figure in early 20th-century art, defying conventional expectations of female artists of her time. Her work,…
