Gargoyle – it’s rare that the phonemes that make up a word so completely capture the object they describe. These fearsome beasts have been both terrifying and fascinating onlookers for centuries, but where did they come from? Well, even though the actual name “gargoyle” is a bit more recent, these stone creatures date back all […]
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Historian Laurel Thatcher Ulrich famously said, “Well behaved women seldom make history.” The further we advance toward eradicating inequality between men and women, the more we notice areas where we need to improve. From the television shows we watch to the books we read and even to prominent job fields, most women grew up with […]
With new art forms born each day, it’s easy to lose touch with our roots. Trends like latte art and virtual art are fun and innovative, but they can make us lose sight of valuable art forms that have been around for ages. Take glassblowing: the techniques from this art have been passed down from master […]
A piece of great art is something elusive. It’s indefinable and indescribable. It’s something one must simply experience. The short documentary “MUSEUM,” published on January 18, 2018 through several platforms, explores the significance of museums, art, and the concept of inspiration. Filmed using the University of Kentucky Art Museum as its setting, this piece includes […]