Articles

The Sea Maidens

Rosella Parra

Mermaids in Classical Art History

We’ve always been fascinated by mermaids, who are majestic, mysterious, and beautiful creatures in the sea, but little are we aware of how different their representation is in classical art...

Candyman

Jesslyn Low

Paintings in Horror Films

Are you a lover of art? How about horror movies? Those who find themselves at this intersection will be happy to know that there are many films that combine these...

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...

Color Wheel of Emotion, courtesy of Forbes

Emma Livingston

Moody Hues

Exploring the innate versus nurtured color association debate through art. Read more here.

The Last Judgement

Madelyn Kenney

Art of the Desolate

This article analyzes the trends in apocalyptic art from the Renaissance to the present day, looking at the different techniques artists use to convey their message in architecture, canvas, and...

Twins, courtesy of Stone Sparrow

Jesslyn Low

Art That Leaves Its Frame

Pushing boundaries is no new concept in the art world. Many artists push literal boundaries by creating artworks that leave the two-dimensional world, breaking free from frames and canvases to...

Memories of Geisha

Rosella Parra

Representation of Geishas in Art History

In Japanese art history, artists represent geishas as Japanese women who are known for their iconic lavishing kimonos, white-powered faces, and hair updos. Unfortunately, they are misrepresented in the media...

Sotheby's

Madelyn Kenney

The State of the Art Market

In 2021 and 2022, the art market experienced a climb in sales and revenue that soared well above post-pandemic figures. This year, that climb has slowed, and the market is...

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...