The Art Assignment
What Art tells us about Gender
There is a huge range of ways that gender has been understood and represented in the history of art. We look at a few examples that show us gender is a concept that has never been fixed: Hermaphroditos by the ancient Greeks, Titian's...
History Hit
Rodin and the Art of Ancient Greece
Born in Paris in 1840, François-Auguste-René Rodin is quite possibly the most famous sculptor in recent history. Considered by many to be the first ‘modern’ sculptor, his works such as ‘The Kiss’ and ‘The Thinker’ have become iconic...
Curated Video
Queen Nefertiti: Statue Reconstructions Revealed, with History
Nefertiti has one of the most famous faces of the ancient world. Her bust has fascinated millions and inspired a love of Egyptology and Egyptian history in many. What did Nefertiti do? What is her legacy? Do we have her mummy? Is the...
Curated Video
Discovering the Beauty and Culture of Oslo
Join us on a captivating virtual tour of Oslo, one of the world's largest capital cities, as we uncover its hidden gems and showcase its unique blend of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. With only 20% of the area developed, Oslo...
The Wall Street Journal
Inside the Work of Urs Fischer
Artist Urs Fischer talks about how he uses his sculptures to explore ideas about memory, scale and optical illusion.
Curated Video
Sapporo Snow Festival: A Winter Wonderland of Art and Fun
Discover the enchanting Sapporo Snow Festival in Hokkaido, Japan, where artists create stunning snow and ice sculptures that will leave you in awe.
Amor Sciendi
Art is a Process Michelangelos Slave Sculptures
Art is a Process Michelangelos Slave Sculptures
Curated Video
China, The Grottoes of the Bingling Temple
The Grottoes of the Bingling Temple are 50 kilometres to the southwest of Yongjing County, Gansu Province, and are located in Jishi Mountain at the northern bank of the Yellow River, Known as the mother river by all the Chinese people,...
Makematic
The future I see
When children imagine the future, they visualise their hopes and dreams. Visualising what they want to be in the future helps children pave pathways to success. In this activity, children aged 8-11 will create magic mirrors and personal...
Curated Video
Italy, Florence Baptistery
The present much larger Baptistry was built in Romanesque style around 1059, evidence of the growing economic and political importance of Florence. It was reconsecrated on 6 November 1059 by Pope Nicholas II, a Florentine. According to...
The Art Assignment
Please Do Not Touch
Ever wonder why Sarah's computer sticker reads "PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH"? Art and Architecture Conservator Richard McCoy joins us to discuss when it's appropriate to touch art, when it's not, and why. AND! He gives us an extra credit...
The Art Assignment
Make an imprint. | Sopheap Pich | The Art Assignment
In which we meet Cambodian artist Sopheap Pich and receive the assignment to make an IMPRINT. We filmed with Sopheap at Indianapolis Fabrications while he was in town installing a new work for the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
Bethany Thiele, Art Teacher
Making a Great Exhibition, Read Aloud
“Making a Great Exhibition” by Doro Globus and Rose Blake is a special book to inspire children to explore art galleries and museums as well as to MAKE ART! Thank you David Zwirner Books for the copy I read aloud in this video.
History Hit
Rodin and the art of ancient Greece: The kiss and the bust
Learn about one of Rodins most famous work, the kiss. What influenced this piece and why? Rodin and the art of ancient Greece, Part 2
The March of Time
1953: CALDER AT HOME
MOT 1953: CALDER AT HOME: VS Sculptures, Mobiles hanging in studio, HA TD American sculptor kinetic artist Alexander 'Sandy' Calder (1898-1976) cutting sheet metal w/ tin snips, PAN Studio, VS Tools, cutting, SOT 'Sandy' talking about...
Curated Video
Italy, Florence - Santa Maria Maggiore Church
The church was originally constructed in the 11th century and underwent extensive renovations to the facade and sides in the 13th century. The interior was renewed by Gherardo Silvani in the early 17th century, possibly to an earlier...
History Hit
Rodin and the art of ancient Greece: The burghers of Calais and dance movements
Learn the history and intent of the Berghers of Calais, be it in England or in Calais. Finally, what inspired Rodin to capture motion and how did he inspire future generations of artists? Rodin and the art of ancient Greece, Part 4
Learning Mole
The Louvre
In this video we explore the Louvre Museum in Paris - a wonderous feat of architecture.
Amor Sciendi
Parthenon Marbles An Art Controversy with Christina Boszik
The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, is considered one of the most important surviving structures of Classical Greece. Originally dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena, it has changed hands many times throughout history, serving as a...
Bethany Thiele, Art Teacher
Toilet Tissue Paper Food Sculptures (3D Art Making Lesson)
Did you know you could sculpt using TP and water?! No glue required! Join me and I will show you how I created a BLT from start to finish. This is a great sculpture project for people of all ages, and can be completed at home or inside...
Amor Sciendi
Parthenon Marbles: An Art Controversy | AmorSciendi with Christina Boszik
With the help of co-author Christina Boszik, I weigh in on the debate around the Parthenon Marbles.
Press Association
Wallace Chan exhibition featuring one of world’s largest black diamonds opens
An exhibition starring one of the largest cut black diamonds in the world has opened in London. Wallace Chan: The Wheel Of Time exhibition features 150 pieces of jewellery, alongside six titanium sculptures, from Chinese jewellery...
Press Association
Henry Moore Studios and Gardens prepares for reopening next week
Sculpture technician Dai Roberts cleans and dries the bronze sculptures at the Henry Moore Studios and Gardens in Much Hadham, Hertfordshire as they prepare for reopening next week.
Bridgeman Arts
Holy of Holies, Winter Palace and people eating among shrines. Beijing, China 1920s
Clip 3 from the 1920s film 'China's Forbidden City' about Peking (Beijing) in China. The screen journal of a camera man's visit to the Imperial City of Beijing. Palace grounds with ornate walks and loitering places (arches, bridges)....