British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans purchased some ancient stones with mysterious inscriptions on them at a flea market in Athens. On a later trip to the excavations a ...

The impulse our artists have to make art for art’s sake creates a very generous environment,” gallerist Borrego Curro told Observer during ART WKND GDL.

All communication relies on a code of sorts, a combination of symbols, sounds or gestures that — once there is a common ...

The poet Maya Angelou remains beloved more than a decade after her death. Yet few lift up the power of her voice in the anti-rape movement.

Are you traveling to Mexico soon and wondering about the best Mayan ruins near Playa del Carmen? You’ve come to the right place! As a travel blogger that has lived in Playa del Carmen for many years, ...

Mexico’s Maya and Aztec pyramids deserve a spot high on your travel list. These were once holy spaces for ancient civilizations, and each offers a moment of complete awe and a rare look into history.

Procreate is many artists' go-to drawing program, but since it's only available for iPad and iPhone, it's not something that Windows users can easily gain access to. Fortunately, I've checked out ...

Thousands of pieces of art were submitted and judged, and the winners have been chosen in the 2025 CNY Scholastic Art Awards, sponsored by M&T Bank and hosted by Onondaga Community College ...

Thankfully the symbols they use are (mostly) universal, so once you've learned what each represents (as we explain below) you shouldn't have any problems no matter what you find in your laundry basket ...

Whether you're a digital artist, photographer or animator, the best drawing tablets could help to level up your craft. These slates offer a purpose-made canvas for creatives, from students and ...