Tag: Arts
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...
The ‘Four Gentlemen’ of Chinese Culture
In ancient China, a place where self-cultivation and virtue were considered noble pursuits, four gentlemen...
Spinning the Wheel: Experience the Ancient Art of Turning Fiber Into Yarn
“It’s fun to just come up with something so beautiful out of this pile of wool,” said Julie Iannelli,...
Wayuu Mochila Bags – An Indigenous Colombian Tradition of Colorful Crochet
Mochila bags, increasingly trendy and colorful totes, each display a unique expression indigenous Wayuu...
The Chinese Waist Drum – A Spirited, Spiritual Tradition
Considered the world's first drum, the Chinese waist drum (腰鼓 Yāogǔ) recalls the glory of ancient Chinese...
Reach Your Full Potential by Connecting With Your Creative Core
In recent years, the idea of creativity has expanded beyond the artistic realm. In fact, anyone who has...
Square Dancing: Traditional, Healthy, Wholesome, and a Hoot!
“Allemande left and do-si-do!” Does this phrase make you want to dance? Does it recall vague memories...
Fei Tian College’s Middletown Campus: Building a Bright Future for Students and Community Members
MIDDLETOWN, NY — Since 2018, Fei Tian College (FTC) has been pioneering excellence in academia and fine...
Aesthetics and Virtue in Classical Arts, Part II – Performing Arts
The arts play a significant role in shaping human culture. As explored in part I of this series, the...
Aesthetics and Virtue in Classical Arts, Part I – Visual
Derived from the Latin adjective classicus, the term “Classical” refers to that which belongs to a category...