Visual Arts Archives

Vintage Cologne Ads: A Tribute to the Suave and Macho Men of the 60s and 70s

Fashion trends change rapidly, and so do the fragrances that go with them. The 1960s was a decade of sleek and sophisticated fashion, with dapper, globetrotting spies like James Bond taking center stage. Accordingly, men’s colognes of the era delivered…

Internment of Japanese Americans - World War II

Dorothea Lange: National Archives and Records Administration, Records of the War Relocation Authority

Dorothea Lange is widely considered one of the greatest documentary photographers of the 20th century. Her images of the Great Depression, taken while she was employed by the Farm Security Administration (FSA), are iconic. Later, while working on assignment for…

Guardian Angels in New York City in 1981

Pictures of the Guardian Angels in New York City in 1981. In 1981, photographer Geoffrey Hiller was shooting this story for some European magazines. He bonded with a young Latino man, Apache, who lived in Hell’s Kitchen and ended up following…

10 Nov

How Babbage Forged the Cogs for His Difference Engine: The Intersection of Art and Engineering That Paved the Path for Modern Computing

Throughout the 18th century, clockmaking had become a renowned industry, demanding precision and ingenuity not previously seen in the engineering world. Babbage looked to the horizon and envisioned a machine capable of crunching numbers like never before. Decades later, his…

25 Aug

Should The Government Bailout Regional Theater Companies?

The theater has been an integral part of American culture for centuries. It has entertained millions, inspired them, and helped reflect the societal changes that made the nation what it is today. However, in the wake of the pandemic, regional…

15 Jul

The Enduring Legacy of Yoko Ono: Exploring the Works of a Pioneering Multimedia Artist, Singer-Songwriter, and Peace Activist

Yoko Ono is a revolutionary and groundbreaking artist whose influence will be felt for years to come. Yoko Ono’s influence spans far beyond her controversial relationship with John Lennon. For decades, she has been an integral part of the art…

28 Jun

Why Museums Should Let Everyone In for Free

Hello there, fellow art enthusiasts! Have you ever approached a museum and had to stop before the ticket booth, wondering if it was worth spending money to get in? Well, I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to…

21 Apr

“Adoration of Art”: An Exploration of the Viewer’s Relationship with Famous Western Art

As an artist and filmmaker, I have always been drawn to the power of art to evoke emotion and create connections between individuals and groups of people. In my short film “Adoration of Art,” I set out to capture the…

30 Jan

The Perfect Poached Egg

How to Master the Art of the Perfect Poached Egg It’s a simple question: how to make the perfect poached egg? It’s actually simpler then you might think. Follow these simple steps to achieve a foolproof method of creating the…

20 Nov

Exploring the Hidden Streams of New York City

When we look at the bustling island of Manhattan in New York City today, it’s difficult to imagine that beneath the concrete jungle, there existed a network of rivers and streams that were once an integral part of the landscape.…

11 Nov

Saddle Up! Rediscovering the Forgotten Horse Trails of Central Park

Central Park in New York City is a beloved oasis of greenery in the midst of towering skyscrapers. It is a place where visitors and locals alike come to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Yet, few people…

10 Nov

How Babbage Forged the Cogs for His Difference Engine: The Intersection of Art and Engineering That Paved the Path for Modern Computing

25 Aug

Should The Government Bailout Regional Theater Companies?

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