Bates Motel is a prequel reboot of Alfred Hitchcock’s film Psycho. The series premiered in March 2013. Starring Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot, Olivia Cooke, and Nestor Carbonell. It is about the story of how Norman Bates became … Continue reading Understanding Bates Motel as a Transmedia Text
The question seems absurd or even disrespectful on its surface. The hallowed names of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Caravaggio, and others inform every student of art and art history. Leonardo’s Mona Lisa portrait, which is a mere 30 x … Continue reading Scientific Reason Behind Why Renaissance Statues are White
The picturesque sceneries are not the only attraction of the Alpina nation Austria. It’s artistic expression represents the diverse art forms and its rich cultural heritage of the country which has contributed to the world of art immensely. At the … Continue reading Exploring Austria through its Eclectic Art History and Rich Culture
A question often asked by music fans is when and where did a genre begin, and who was the one to start it. Some origins are easy to point out; for example, a particular band or artist kicked the whole … Continue reading The Southern Rock Music Genre Originated from a Beatles Cover
When you think of dancing, what comes to mind? Perhaps you think of a toddler, stumbling around a kitchen to children’s tunes, or maybe you think of an intricately choreographed ballet being performed on an international stage, or maybe, just … Continue reading Diverse Cultural Dance Styles and Technique Around the World
In some dusty corner of the Internet, I have no doubt that there’s a comic about Warhammer Anonymous. Imagine a dungeon-like cellar. Nebbish young men sit in a circle. One by one, they shuffle forward to confess that they, too, like … Continue reading What’s the Deal with Warhammer?
Poetry is an escape, an avenue to gain a different perspective, a space where you can leave behind everything that is going on in your life and inhabit a new space. So why is it that, with this extensive opportunity … Continue reading Around the World with 8 Poets – Traveling Continents from the Comfort of your own Home through Poetry
Throughout the history of the world, as we know it, the human race has witnessed millions of inspiring artworks. With many genius creators from all over the planet, there have been over thirty art periods to date. From ancient cave … Continue reading Renaissance Art: History, Its Artists and How It Gained Its Legacy
In the light of growing concern for the environment, Scandinavian design is as popular as ever. Flowing through everything from product design to fashion and interiors. The Nordic countries are famous for their beautiful nature, long winters, and breathtaking wilderness. … Continue reading Scandinavian Simple Minimalistic Design Inspired by Nature: Hygge Life