The theatre of Wagner

Well, what is the difference between James Cameron and Richard Wagner? We should list the similarities of them firstly: both of them committed themselves to make an epoch-making work in their own time. However, the plan of the 3D cinema was not from James Cameron but he was the first person who tried to make this product of Hollywood known worldwide. He undoubtedly needed the required technology for this at least in the Western world. Wagner also needed an own new theatre, which was able to present his great work, the Ring of the Nibelungs.
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5 brilliant musicians who were world stars but died young - the club 27

Every age has its own great singers and musicians, but we can always find some individuals whose work, genius and uniqueness determined not only the life of their own generation, but also the followings. We try to complete the difficult task to introduce five famous people shortly in this article who conquered millions with their songs and styles, but all of them died sadly and often tragically at the age of 27.

These forms of art will surely please your eyes

Art is something that can say something personal for each of us, and even though artworks can have some hidden messages, there are lots of inspiring feelings and thoughts that are only there because of the way we interpret the works of art.

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Surprising things used for painting

Ox gall and a baby's first cut hair are just two of the strange painting materials not many people would think of. But - beside some others - they are still used today, at least occasionally.

The symbolism of medieval beasts

Medieval artists in Europe frequently painted or carved legendary creatures for their artwork for many purposes, and understanding the basic symbolism of these creatures can attribute to a better understanding of medieval artworks.

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The evolution of "modern" ebru painting

The ebru technique was originally used to create paintings, but nowadays there are certain artists who perform ebru painting as a form of spectacular live performance. Below you can learn about the origins of this fascinating technique, and also take a look at how it's used nowadays.

Incredible musical instruments from around the world

As we get used to hearing a certain range of refined instruments, such as pianos, guitars and violins in our everyday lives, we may not notice some other, more ancient, but actually quite interesting ones. These instruments have centuries, perhaps thousands of years of history behind them, but some are at the risk of becoming forgotten. As for now, you can still listen to them and enjoy their strange, haunting, or enchanting sounds.

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Latte art at its best!

When we think of art, we usually imagine artists using canvases and brushes for creating a piece of work that can be seen in galleries and exhibitions for decades, perhaps centuries. But could a creative image drawn on your coffee be a masterpiece too?


The spinning "Babel Tower" in the Iranian desert

There's a miniature "Babel Tower" spinning in Iran's desert that reflects the landscape in its rotating mirrored boxes. According to the creators of the installation, it?s a contemporary interpretation of the biblical Tower of Babel.

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