Colors infuse our world with meaning, from the bold red of a stop sign to the calm blue of a midday sky. Our ability to perceive and describe our surroundings hinges on the spectrum of colors. This understanding stretches back to the early universe, where the first colors emerged only after the high temperatures of […]
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Indigenous American cultures are richly diverse and cannot be confined to a single stereotype. This diversity is vividly expressed in their beading traditions, where each tribe contributes its own unique styles, techniques, and materials. Beading is not only an art form but also a vital element of cultural identity for many tribes. The choice of
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Long before trade beads became widely available, quillwork emerged as a significant decoration among Indigenous cultures. This time-honored craft predating European colonization of North America involves using porcupine quills to create elaborate designs on clothing and practical items. First noted in Alberta, Canada, in the 6th century through Cheyenne oral traditions, this art form spans
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It’s undeniable that fashion has always been a part of human culture, and with each discovery, the history of fashion is affected. For example, during the 1550s, when Spain was in the period of the Spanish Renaissance and a leading world power under the reign of the Habsburgs, fashion served as a visible expression of
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Automat – 1927 A fast-food restaurant running at all hours, every day, hosting a home for anyone and everyone, for any service needed. A couple catch their breath from pelting raindrops, a family looks for a bathroom with a child who forgot to go home, a businessman stops by for a quick bite before rushing
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Hotel Room – 1931 Tired of day and night, swooning for each other, chasing each other’s rays, like a dog with its tail. Abandoned suitcases scattered the floor, two shoes lay like dead fish, a scarf carelessly draped upon the gaunt chair. Stripped to the corset, a women’s salmon pink contrasts the sea of blue
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Although unfortunate, it is the cold truth that no matter their skill, some artists end up being more recognized than others that may be just as, if not more, capable as them. The main reasons boil down to about three points, the artist’s innovative vision, the artist’s incorporation of cultural and historical relevance in their
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I’ve decided to make a series of many describing the many misconceptions in art history and how it all boils down to language. This post is about the misunderstanding about wampum. It is commonly thought of as the Indigenous Americans’ past currency, even though it is actually a shell mainly used in jewelry by several
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Imperialism, particularly during the Meiji period in Japan (1868-1912), brought about profound changes in various aspects of society, including art. Japanese paintings underwent a significant transformation due to encounters with Western cultures and the adoption of Western artistic techniques. Imperialism introduced Japanese artists to new artistic techniques and styles that revolutionized their approach to painting.
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After finishing the book Impressionism by Phoebe Pool, I was inspired by the Impressionism period. However, as interesting as everything was, two people stood out: Paul Cézanne and Camille Pissarro. I was motivated to learn more about their stories and heartwarming friendship. Below, I wrote a letter of what I believe would have been exchanged
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