Articles

Christ’s Charge to Peter, from The Acts of the Apostles tapestry series. Attributed to the workshop of Hans (Jan) Mattens after Raphael (1483–1520). Glencairn Museum Collection. Image and information courtesy of Glencairn Museum

Miles Avery

Tapestry as Time Machine: When Walls Told Stories

An immersive look at how medieval and Renaissance tapestries like the Bayeux and Unicorn series wove myth, history, and power into art.

Gertrude Abercrombie, Split Personality, 1954 via Colossal

Adrian Mercer

Beyond Dreams: The Women Who Shaped Surrealism

Five visionary women—Abercrombie, Tanning, Fini, Carrington, and Varo—reshaped Surrealism, blending dreams, myth, and identity into art.

Jackson Pollock, No.5, 1948 via jackson-pollock.org

Julian Ashford

Why Abstract Art Doesn’t Suck: A Response to th...

A deep dive into the common criticisms of abstract art and why it is, undeniably, a vital and legitimate form of artistic expression.

Agnes Pelton, Sea Change, 1931 via Whitney Museum of American Art

Lena Whitmore

Transcendentalism in Art: A Journey Beyond the ...

Transcendentalist artists like Agnes Pelton and Hilma af Klint used abstraction to convey spirituality, intuition, and the unseen.

Dan Flavin installation via Wallpaper Magazine

Rebecca Levenson

Light and Fluorescence in Art History and Conte...

Discover the evolution of light and fluorescence in art history, from medieval stained glass to James Turrell's breathtaking installations.

https://www.italymagazine.com/featured-story/nativity-italian-renaissance-art

Rebecca Levenson

Art History of the Holidays

Explore how December holidays inspire art, from Nativity scenes to modern works, reflecting faith, heritage, and renewal across cultures.

Merode Altarpiece via worldhistory.org

Jesslyn Low

Altarpieces

Altarpieces, rooted in 11th-century religious tradition, evolve as contemporary artists reimagine their storytelling potential in diverse ways.

Harlequin Family, Picasso, 1905 via Pop Culture History

Jesslyn Low

Harlequin to Harley Quinn

Harley Quinn's origins trace back to the 16th-century Harlequin, sharing wit, agility, and a diamond motif, evolving into a DC Comics icon.

Rogelio de Egusquiza, Tristan and Isolt (Death), 1910 via Google Arts Project

Taylor Hunt

The Myth of Tristan and Isolde Throughout Art H...

The chivalric tale of Tristan and Isolde has captivated artists and audiences for centuries, illustrating the enduring appeal of the timeless narrative.

Tiffany lamps via Christie's

Lily Frye

Tiffany Studios and Its “Million Dollar” Lamps

Louis C. Tiffany founded Tiffany Studios, famous for its stained glass lamps, crafted largely by women. Despite imitators, authentic lamps remain timeless.