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With spring in the air, one usually thinks of the flowers and trees in bloom. We have two step-by-step guides for DIY art projects that will bring the beauty of spring indoors. These crafts are simple and fun for the whole family to create together. To make things easier, they also only require supplies that you likely already have at…

Improvisational theater, or improv, is performed spontaneously without a written script through collaboration with other performers. Many of the comedians and actors we know today got their start here. Let’s jump in and explore this niche talent that brings a smile to so many faces. Wayne Brady. Via realscreen.com A Brief History Improv gained notoriety only recently in the 1970’s…

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky composed three of the most beloved ballets: Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and The Sleeping Beauty. The melodies are, quite literally, music to one’s ears. These compositions are so popular and well-known that they have been featured in countless movies, shows and other arts. His internationally acclaimed compositions helped shape both music and dance over a century ago…

With a career spanning just over two decades, Zoe Saldana has starred in three of the five highest-grossing films of all time. She has portrayed strong female characters in many of her over fifty film and television credits. As a proponent of diversity, inclusivity, and equality, she advocates for them both on and off the screen. Let’s explore how the…

When we think of dancing in a film, most of us immediately think of musicals. Entire films filled with choreographed numbers, singing, and beautiful costumes come to mind. However, there are numerous movies that revolve around the art of dancing as the heart of the storyline itself. From learning how to dance to making it as a professional dancer, the…

There are many people who make up the team of artists that bring a movie or television show to life.  Roles that typically come to mind might include costume designer, production designer or graphic designer. One crucial team member that may often be overlooked is the prop master. Prop masters are responsible for every single prop that is used throughout…

Claude Monet is one of the most prolific artists in all of history.  His extraordinary Impressionist paintings are instantly recognizable. His plein air landscape paintings capture the movement of nature with each individual brushstroke.  Monet is famous for painting the same scenes multiple times to document the changing light throughout the days and the years.  His most well-known works feature…

Ireland, commonly referred to as the Emerald Isle, has shared a great many things with the world.  From its food and drink, to its idyllic green landscapes and castles, it is a destination for many travelers.  The arrival of March 17th marks the celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day, Ireland’s patron saint, each year.  Many countries celebrate the holiday which is typically…

There are endless breathtaking works of art that capture the ocean, both above and below the water.  This art gives us a glimpse into what animals and plants live there and how they interact.  From whales and dolphins to coral reefs and sea turtles, the subjects are as vast as they are beautiful.  While most of these gorgeous works of…

Works of art can be found just about anywhere if we take a moment to look.  We come across natural beauty in our daily lives: clouds in the sky, blooming flowers, or the colors of the sunset reflecting on a snowcapped mountain.  Or in ordinary objects that someone took time to enhance, such as murals or paintings.  Then there are…