Jewelry has been part of the lives of human beings since the very beginning and every piece of jewelry has almost always carried a symbol or meaning. In the ancient civilizations Greeks, Egyptians, Indians and Chinese wore jewelry as a status symbol and ranking in the society. There were strict rules and regulations that …
Walt Disney’s signature contracting him to the Alice Comedies on October 16th 1923 was the foundation of the “Disney Company” previously known as Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio. Walt had decided to take up an offer from his brother Roy Oliver Disney to join him in Hollywood from Kansas City. Walt brought with him his …
As handbags continue to serve both form and function in the world of women’s fashion, you will always find those designer bags that garner thousands of dollars and a bevy of admirers. But when it comes to making a fashion statement, just as many women consider the handmade handbag to be their calling card …
Glassware collectors the world over are in tune to the varied and beautiful collections of glass that define certain generations. Glassware lines can actually act as a historical timeline, as we see the lines and colors metamorphose to reflect the changing times. There are glassware collections for all tastes and budgets – running from …
Floral design is one of the best jobs or hobbies in the world because you can really pour yourself into it. Every piece can be a bit different than the last and can be inspired by the way you are feeling, a memory, a person in your life, or the client you are arranging …
Crystals – fragile and strong; equally mythical and of the earth; functional and decorative – are a solid material, often clear but sometimes colored, that are formed from chemicals that becomes solidified. Crystals can be identified by their lead content which adds a weight to the material while also making it softer than other …
The Beatles had a relatively short career by the standards of many of the bands of the era, many of which survive today. But in their decade of prominence their music followed an identifiable path that took in mainstream pop, psychedelia and some quite challenging arrangements. Analyzing sheet music of the Beatles reveals that …
The Beatles 1967 album Sgt Pepper is often cited as the most influential and important album of all time. In what I consider to be a reactionary backlash to this praise Sgt Pepper is also often cited as one of the most overrated albums of all time. As the album enters its sixth decade …
Traditionally regarded as a form of art, sculptures have been around the United States since the 18th century. These sculptures are man-made objects, which sometimes employ the use of a tool or machine. Used mainly as a form of expression, sculptures were witnesses to the ancient past. For example, relics discovered from ancient ruins …
Art has long been a source of peace and prosperity for many people in this world. Visual arts are a big draw for many as they create the aesthetic appeal to the nature of the artist that most find fascinating. Knowing the artist on a more personal level through their work is how many …