Modern-day humans are constantly surrounded by visual information. Architecture, media, advertisements, and art are integral to our world. People who professionally study the role of visual culture in our society say that its influence goes way deeper than we think. If you want to learn more about how things we see form our perception of reality, you should give, at least, one of these three books on visual culture a chance.

Female beauty has been a subject of art in all its forms for as long as it existed on this planet. But is a woman’s beauty real if there are no men around to tell her she is beautiful? Today, asking this question unironically would probably get you at least a couple of dirty looks. However, the artists of the past felt much less compelled to analyze their own deeply ingrained prejudice. Here are some famous examples of artists over centuries portraying ‘vain’ women in art.

How often do you ask yourself if you are managing your art collection properly? Even if you have been building your collection for decades, you are most likely not immune to some mistakes that can cause great damage to your valuable pieces. We have historical and anecdotal proof of mere accidents resulting in devastating consequences when it comes to fine art storage, handling, and transportation.

Textiles are among the most ancient art mediums that exist. From Persian hand-woven rugs to Chinese silks to European tapestry, there are many examples of this art form around the world. People throughout the centuries have used fabrics to warm themselves, decorate their homes, preserve their heritage, and tell stories of their ancestors. In our modern times, we have seen a revitalization of this historical craft.