Weird History
Why Do Babies Look Creepy In Medieval Art
Infants in medieval art all have one thing in common: They don't look like babies. Instead, they resemble miniature versions of middle-aged men, sometimes complete with receding hairlines and ripped muscles. Depictions of weird,...
The March of Time
1952: ART COMPETITION
MOT 1952: ART COMPETITION: VS Local artists sketching dairy, outside, MS 'Bill' sketching, inside barn, female drawing cows in pens w/ milking machine FG. Sign 'Lehigh Valley Dairy...presents...Portrait of Dairy Industry' VS Paintings...
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Ancient Roman Paintings Styles
Many buildings had decorated walls in Pompeii; they were covered with frescoes or mosaics. What is interesting about frescoes (mural paintings) is that they are painted onto freshly-laid or wet lime plaster: 'fresco' means 'fresh'. This...
The Art Assignment
What Makes a Masterpiece?
What do we mean when we call an artwork a MASTERPIECE? Who decides which art becomes one? And what artists make them?
The Art Assignment
Take a photo of a reflection. | Lauren Zoll | The Art Assignment
In which we meet with Indianapolis-based artist Lauren Zoll and are challenged to see what we find when we turn OFF our screens.
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Bulgaria, Kazanlak Thracian tomb
The Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak is a vaulted-brickwork "beehive" (tholos) tomb near the town of Kazanlak in central Bulgaria. The tomb is part of a large Thracian necropolis. It comprises a narrow corridor and a round burial chamber, both...
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Romania, Bucovina - Sucevita Painted Monastery
Sucevita boasts a magnificent depiction of the Ladder to Paradise. Red-winged angels in orderly rows attend the righteous on a slanting ladder to the heavens, each rung inscribed with one of the monastic virtues.The architecture of the...
Cerebellum
The Renaissance - The Protestant Reformation
No period of history can boast of greater beauty than The Renaissance. This was the period, from approximately early 14th century to late 16th century, that gave us Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Shakespeare. This video focuses on...
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Romania, Bucovina - Patrauti Painted Monastery
Founded in the village of Patrau_i, 10 km away from Suceava, the old capital of Moldova, in 1487, as stated in the commemorative inscription above the entrance, and dedicated to the Elevation of Holy Cross on September 14, the Patrauti...
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What Would Saladin Look Like Today? History & Image Reveal
I'm an artist that uses photoshop to bring old images and statues into the modern day. I use photo-compositing and digital drawing techniques to achieve a more photo-realistic appearance. Welcome to the history and reveal of my Saladin...
Indigo Artbox
Paul Cezanne: 6 Minute Art History Video
Learn about Paul Cezanne, one of the greatest painters of our time.
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Did You Know? In 60 Seconds: Monet's Water Lillies
Learn more about Claude Monet's paintings of water lilies.
All Ears English
Aficionado: someone who is knowledgeable about and very interested in something #shorts
About All Ears English: Are you feeling stuck with your English? Many people study English but don’t actually learn it. We created a better way to learn English to help you move from stuck to fearless to fluent in English. Throw away...
Amor Sciendi
Perceiving Women: a Couple paintings by Mary Cassatt
Mary Cassatt is a great American Experessinist painting who lived in France. This is the story of how she played with the tropes of female representation in her work.
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Speaking Part 3 Sample Answer What Makes a Good Painting
Speaking Part 3 Sample Answer What Makes a Good Painting
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New York: Great Art Cities Explained
Abstract Expressionism would emerge from a post-war mood of anxiety and trauma. These were artists who, like the surrealists before them had a profound interest in the unconscious mind. They produced work that may have been abstract but...
The March of Time
1952: CARNEGIE MUSEUM: Angled WS Carnegie Museum w/ people walking steps. WS Exhibition sign '1952 Pittsburgh International of Current Paintings' MS Director Gordon B. Washburn (1904-1983) sitting at desk SOT saying show as about 'youth', now, future
MOT 1952: CARNEGIE MUSEUM: Angled WS Carnegie Museum w/ people walking steps. WS Exhibition sign '1952 Pittsburgh International of Current Paintings' MS Director Gordon B. Washburn (1904-1983) sitting at desk SOT saying show as about...
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Monochrome Landscape Painting Tutorial: Creating Depth with a Single Color
In this video, the teacher demonstrates how to create a monochrome landscape painting using just one color. They provide step-by-step instructions on techniques such as wet-on-wet and layering to achieve depth and realism in the...
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Great Art Cities Explained: Paris
In the second of a new series, James Payne and Joanne Shurvell combine their love of Art and Travel, as they look at less well known museums in cities around the world. In "Great Art Cities Explained: Paris", we look at three small...
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Introduction to Watercolor Brushes: Understanding Types, Parts, and Cleaning Techniques
In this video, the teacher provides a comprehensive overview of different types of brushes used in painting, specifically focusing on watercolor brushes. They explain the various parts of a brush and demonstrate how to use different...
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Understanding Watercolor Paper: Types, Textures, and Materials
In this video, the teacher discusses everything about watercolor papers. They explain the different types of papers, their textures, colors, thickness, and forms. They also provide recommendations for brands and share tips on using...
Amor Sciendi
Kehinde Wiley and the Obama Portrait Explained
A history and analysis of Kehinde Wiley's presidential portrait of Barak Obama
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Apes: A Reminder of Our Past and Responsibilities for the Future
This video explores the taxonomy, history, captivity, and exploitation of apes. It highlights the confusion and misconceptions surrounding apes, their endangered status, and the ethical issues surrounding their treatment in captivity and...