Articles

courtesy of Psychology Magazine

Lily Frye

Art Therapy

Art is a personal, subjective activity. It’s used as a creative outlet for those needing to express emotion. Art therapy is an excellent tool for those struggling with mental illness...

Kodakchrome

Janine Mae Dela Cueva

The Evolution of Photography

From capturing mere shadows on daguerreotype plates to seizing split-second memories with digital clarity, the camera has transformed our ability to freeze time and share moments.Through its evolution, it has...

Thorne mini room

Louise Irpino

The Magic of the Thorne Miniature Rooms

The Thorne Miniature Rooms are a collection of intricately detailed miniature interiors housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcasing European and American architectural and interior design styles from the...

Akira (1988)  Key Master Setup

Louise Irpino

The Art of Anime: Akira (1988)

Akira is a true masterpiece that seamlessly blends art, culture, and fantasy, making it a must-watch that will deepen your interest in anime.

Book covers

Lily Frye

Book Covers That Belong in a Museum

Artful book covers serve as visual gateways, capturing a reader's interest and setting the mood for the narrative within. Their aesthetic appeal and thematic resonance can significantly influence a book's...

Lightning Field, Smarthistory

Louise Irpino

Art in Remote and Dangerous Places

If you’re a thrill-seeking adventurous type, perhaps you should add visiting the following artworks to your bucket list—connecting with art in the great outdoors, in remote and dangerous places.

Tom de Freston

Madelyn Kenney

Through the Flames of Fumage: History of Art an...

Fire art is not new. Our ancestors used it in cave paintings from thousands of years ago, but we see the flames of inspiration reaching as far as the Surrealist...

Comfort women

Jesslyn Low

Statue of Peace and the History of Comfort Women

The statues of "Peace Comfort Women" serve as poignant symbols of the countless women who suffered during World War II as victims of sexual slavery. These statues stand as reminders...

Jenny Holzer Guggenheim

Emma Livingston

Everywhere and Always: the Impactful Use of Wor...

As artists include written words in their artistic expression, the fascination lies not only in conveying a message through the work itself but also in the skillful use of written...

Yigal Ozeri, Diner Americana

Lily Frye

Photorealism: Paintings That Look Like Photographs

Hyperrealism paintings elevate intricacy to new heights. Seemingly microscopic dots illustrate pores and paper-thin hair strokes to construct the illusion of a photograph. This technique is known as photorealism.