Tag: Arts
According to Socrates, Creative Genius Depends on Divine Inspiration; but What Does Divine Inspiration
Be it literature, music, or visual arts, great masterpieces have the power to transform their audience...
You Can Kintsugi – But What Exactly Does This Traditional Japanese Craft Entail?
How do you feel when a cherished piece of china slips out of your hands? If your sense of loss is intense...
Art That Fades, Lessons That Stay: India’s Ephemeral Art of Letting Go
Have you ever seen a beautiful piece of Indian folk art, colorful, delicate and precise, only to find...
Knitting – A Traditional Skill With Modern Practicality
Life is full of challenges — some of them more stressful than others. Whether you are a banker or a brick-layer...
Michelangelo, the Medicis, and a Mysterious Hidden Chamber
Fifty years ago, a hidden chamber was discovered below an obscured trap door in the floor of the Medici...
The World of Geishas, and How They Preserve Traditional Japanese Culture
Picture yourself walking through the small streets of Kyoto at night. Soft light fills the air, and you...
Niccolo Paganini: “The Devil’s Violinist” Had the Heart of an Angel
Niccolo Paganini was one of the most amazing violinists the world has ever known. Born October 27, 1782...
Why the CCP Fears Truthfulness: Sheng Xue on Shen Yun, Falun Gong, and Their Values
In an exclusive interview with Vision Times, democracy activist and Global Vice Chair of the Federation...
St. Cecilia: A Symbol of Sacred Music and Faith
St. Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, is one of the most revered figures in the Christian tradition...
Decorated Easter Eggs – A Tradition of Artistry and Spirit
Colorful, artistic and sometimes sweet, decorated Easter eggs are almost a worldwide tradition. These...
The Joy of Knitting – And Why It’s Time to Learn a Craft
Michèle Bowland learned to knit under the patient guidance of her nana Maureen. As a six-year-old, petting...
The Charm of Persian Rugs – And Why You Might Want One
Farhad Dargahi learned to repair Persian rugs when he was 20. As a young Iranian man and aspiring biologist...