In a world that often glorifies perfection, there’s something profoundly beautiful about embracing imperfection. This sentiment lies at the heart of kintsugi, meaning golden joinery. It is also called kintsukuroi, or golden repair. These are the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold or other precious metals. It is meant to highlight imperfection and […]
Identity and art have always been deeply intertwined with one another. In no place is this more apparent than in the beautiful, twisting Celtic knot. These knots, with their intricate looping patterns, are timeless symbols of Celtic heritage, religion, nature, and spirituality. There isn’t just one type of Celtic knot, either. There are countless Celtic
In the vibrant landscape of 20th-century design, few movements have left as lasting of a mark as the Memphis Movement. With its bold colors, quirky shapes, and playful irreverence, the Memphis Movement emerged in the 1980s. It was a rebellious response to the prevailing minimalism of the Modernist era. The Memphis movement was a design
Pablo Picasso is one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. He was a well-known painter, sculptor, ceramicist, and theater designer. He founded the Cubist movement, invented the constructed sculpture, and is even credited for co-inventing the collage. He was born on October 25, 1881, in Malaga, Spain, but spent most of his
Studies have shown that about one-third of adults have a tattoo. Almost a quarter have two or more. That number is only expected to grow with time as tattoos continue to become more popular in the coming years. Some of the most popular are Japanese tattoos. This tradition goes back more than 7,000 years to
Light has always fascinated humanity, especially how it can be manipulated to produce illusions and pictures. Long before film or digital cameras, there was a much simpler way to reproduce an image, albeit only with light–the camera obscura. This optical device, which means “dark chamber” in Latin, has been around for centuries, dating back to
In the pantheon of classical sculptures, few figures captivate the imagination quite like the Venus de Milo. This ancient masterpiece, renowned for its divine beauty, continues to intrigue art lovers and scholars alike centuries after its creation. But the beautiful statue has a long history, filled with secrets and subterfuge that is not evident at
If you ever wonder how literature, poetry, music, and art became so popular in the world, you need only look back to the early 19th century. This was when the Age of Romanticism blossomed. This era put a bigger emphasis on creativity and expression. These were all vital elements that Romantics believed in. Romanticism followed
Throughout history, there have been many art movements that sought to challenge the status quo and defy the traditional conventions of art. Fluxus was one such movement that emerged in the 1960s. Rooted in the Latin word “flux,” meaning flow or change, Fluxus sought to redefine the very essence of what art was. It dismantled
What do apples, the female torso, and a bowler hat all have in common? On the surface, there’s nothing to link these three things together. But add one brilliant man–René Magritte–to the mix, and they become surrealist art. René Magritte is the mastermind behind many now-famous and beloved surrealist works, such as The Lovers and
If somebody asks who makes the best swords in the world, many will answer that it’s the Japanese. They may not be wrong although it’s hard to back the claim up with facts. History.com created a list of the best swordsmen in history; two were Japanese. Topping the list was Miyamoto Musashi, a part-time Japanese
In the world of hospitality, creating a memorable and immersive experience for guests is paramount. Beyond comfortable accommodations and excellent service, hotels are increasingly turning to art to elevate the guest experience. One form of art that has gained popularity in recent years is hotel yarn art. This is a unique and captivating medium that