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The air outside is scented with fresh-cut grass. Toads emerge from their hiding places, and docile bumblebees, reminiscent of Zeppelin airships, hover busily over a variety of flowers. In Tennessee, the landscape bursts into high-resolution color as...

For the Love of Fine Art Photography: Elephants Several criteria define what makes a photograph compelling. Photographer David Yarrow believes it hinges on how long people can gaze at an image. Three photographers who excel in wildlife photography—pa...

Springtime Through Monet’s Eyes As the year progresses past the shorter days folding into longer ones, the Tennessee countryside begins its gradual shift towards spring, blooming with early flashes of color. Artist Claude Monet, a name that r...

March, named after Mars, the Roman God of War, carries the vibrant energy of transformation. The expression “Mad as a March Hare,” originating in the 1500s, reflects the excitable behavior of hares, akin yet distinct from rabbits, during this spr...

Less than a mile from the sugar-white sands of Grayton Beach State Park, at a depth of 58 feet, lies a one-acre permit patch of seabed known as the Underwater Museum Of Art (UMA). UMA is North America’s first permanent underwater sculpture park, n...

The Golden Era of Sci-Fi Cinema: Exploring the Brilliance of the 1970s,1980s to the Early 2000s The influential German science-fiction silent film of 1927 (directed by Fritz Lang) could arguably be one of the most iconic films due to its elaborate...

The Art of Painting: Without Sanding or Primer British artist and color expert Annie Sloan revolutionized furniture painting in the 1990s with her invention of Chalk Paint. With a lifetime of research and experimentation with color, the chalk paint s...

The Art of Visual Comfort: Combating Artistic Burnout through Nature The vast greenery and historic buildings initially captured my attention in middle Tennessee. Many people have their ideas of paradise; some mention the beaches of Florida or the...

The Art of Black and White: Art and Fashion Three artists who stand out when utilizing dramatically applied wide brush strokes of black and white paint on canvas are Franz Kline, Robert Motherwell, and Pablo Picasso with his painting Guernica...

In an era dominated by “Fast Fashion,” there’s a growing appreciation for the charm and authenticity that comes with vintage clothing. The Nashville Vintage Clothing & Jewelry Show, scheduled for February 16-17 at the Fairgrounds Nashville (Expo...

Collage, as an art form and technique, involves assembling individual pieces or materials into a new body of artwork with a predominantly two-dimensional character. An authentic collage artist uses photographs from books and magazines as found...

Yes! Yes! Yes! It’s almost that time - Valentine’s Day. The card isle is filled with people picking up and putting down cards,(some smiling or furrowed brows) searching for the perfect words to convey love. Before the mad rush for the perfect car...

Snow harbors a certain beauty all by itself and one way artistically to reimagine snow, is through the art of ice and snow sculpting. Ice sculptures stand as ephemeral masterpieces, captivating audiences with their beauty carved in frozen elegance....

As the new year unfolds with calendars, goals, and agendas, the pursuit of joy extends to various forms of entertainment. The latest Golden Globe Awards underscores an ongoing list of new entertainment to watch. However, beyond movies, TV series,...

The resurgence of quilted jackets and coats is a trend transformed from humble family heirlooms adorning beds and sofas to mainstream fashion statements. This trend gained a lot of traction in 2023 and it still strong for 2024 morphing from once...

A dynamic shift is underway in 2024, signaling a departure from the stark minimalism and monochromatic palettes that have defined the past decade. Emerging trends suggest a resurgence of opulence, with a particular emphasis on the infusion of jewel-t...

There are many quotes about entertaining guests for more than a few days, warning that if you make it too comfortable for them, they will not want to leave. Benjamin Franklin famously quipped that a house guest is like a fish: Each begins to stink...

This particular time of year has always struck me as odd, especially mid-December. It’s a time filled with the hustle of finishing decorations and Christmas shopping, yet there’s also the waiting period for Christmas Day to arrive. This season is mar...

Calligraphy, the ancient art of beautiful writing, originates from the Greek words “Kallos” and “Graphe.” It resides not only in the elegance of its decorative strokes but also in the wide array of pens and tools that artists can explore to bring the...

Beyond the anticipation of what lies within, the presentation itself has become an art form. From ancient traditions to the modern evolution of gift wrapping, it’s all in the details of creativity, culture, and expression. Gift wrapping, in its e...

As the last bite of pumpkin pie is savored, and the Thanksgiving leftovers find their way into the fridge, families across the nation start on the next festive journey—the Great Christmas Shopping Expedition! Amidst the frenzy of gift lists and s...

Few creations manage to straddle the line between art, science, and entertainment quite like the humble pie. A gastronomic marvel, pies have been enchanting taste buds and sparking debates on the perfect crust-to-filling ratio for centuries. This...

Art of Live Performance Theater: The Vital Role of Small Plays in Community Theater Community theater is a vibrant mixture blended together by the passion and dedication of local artists, actors, directors, and technicians. Within this mix, small...

November marks the beginning of a season of gratitude and holiday celebrations. It commences with November 1st, the observance of All Saints’ Day, cherished by Catholics and Anglican Christians alike. This is succeeded by All Souls’ Day, or Dia de...

With the holidays around the corner, what is considered too early to start Christmas decorating? For a select few, celebrating Christmas once a year is not enough. Some time ago, I stumbled upon a visual tour of Frank Bianco (aka Frankie Christmas)...