The Undecipherable Voynich Manuscript Can Be Viewed Online in Its Entirety

In fact, its never even been deciphered. The manuscript also features intricate astrological charts, unidentifiable plants, and, most famously, an undecipherable script. It cannot be understood, despite many decades of attempts and statistical analysis. Photo:Internet Archive, Public domain Its mystery and its resistance to translation is what makes it special. In 2020, Yale published the Voynich manuscript online in its entirety. For those eager to crack the code, the manuscript can be explored through theInternet Archive....

February 22, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Katrina Guerra

Adorable Marsupial Who Nearly Went Extinct in South Australia Is Now Making a Comeback

The bettong carry their young in pouches much like kangaroos, but when faced with a predator they differ. When in danger, the animal ejects their joey from protection and flees in the opposite direction. A surprisingly brutal instinct, yes, but also a tactic for survival honed over generations. Also known as thewoylieoryalgiri, theBettongia penicillateis a member of the bipedal marsupial rat-kangaroo family. In the past, bettongs existed throughout 60% of the Australian continent....

February 21, 2025 · 1 min · 158 words · Ashley Cook

Amy Sherald’s Powerful Portraits Take Over the Whitney Museum

Amy Sherald, As Soft as She Is…, 2022. Oil on linen, 54 1/8 43 1/8 2.5 in. (137.16 109.22 6.35 cm). Amy Sherald, “As Soft as She Is…,” 2022. Oil on linen, 54 1/8 × 43 1/8 × 2.5 in. (137.16 × 109.22 × 6.35 cm). Tate, purchased with funds provided by the Tymure Collection. © Amy Sherald. Courtesy the artist and Hauser & Wirth. (Photo: Joseph Hyde) Tate, purchased with funds provided by the Tymure Collection....

February 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1203 words · Kevin Shaw

Enchanting ‘Night Gardens’ Collages Celebrate the Precious Beauty of Night-Blooming Plants [Interview]

Magnetic Field, featured as part of Night Gardens. Much like an artwork, an ecosystem depends upon precision. It demands the perfect set of elements, functioning in harmony, to make it be effective. “Magnetic Field,” featured as part of “Night Gardens.” This comparison between art and nature isnt lost on artistMary Mattingly, whose work primarily focuses on environmental concerns. One such ecosystem isNight Gardens, a series of collages depicting night-blooming plants....

February 21, 2025 · 3 min · 559 words · Anne Martin

Street Artists Paint Vibrant Murals Across Georgia’s Largest Cities

The results are the fruit of a rich program of local and international artists. Each artist brought their own unique style and sensibility to the festival. Dutch artistJudith de Leeuwmade her mark on the festival with murals in Batumi and Kutaisi. Using her signature style, she executed two striking pieces. Georgian culture centers on survival and the warrior spirit. For decades, they fought for their existence. Tina Chertova Unlike other countries, Georgia celebrates its resilience instead of victimhood, shewrites....

February 21, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Rachel Martin

Tender Moment Between Humpback Whale and Its Calf Wins 2025 Underwater Photographer of the Year

Radiant Bond by Alvaro Herrero (Mekan) (Spain). Every year, during the southern winter, I travel to French Polynesia to photograph these majestic animals. The spearing light is dramatic, while the shadow the calf is casting on its mother is subtle. “Radiant Bond” by Alvaro Herrero (Mekan) (Spain). Winner, Underwater Photographer of the Year and Winner, Wide AngleLocation: Mo’orea, French Polynesia“A mother humpback whale accompanies her calf to the surface for its first breath early in the morning....

February 21, 2025 · 18 min · 3795 words · Alejandro Jones

These ‘Great Wave’ Penny Loafers Let You Flaunt an Iconic Piece of Art History With Every Step You Take

The Great Wave off Kanagawa, by Katsushika Hokusai. The penny loafer is a classic shoe style that originated in 1930s Norway. TheGreat Wave Penny LoaferfeaturesHokusais iconic, blue and white woodblock print, digitally printed across the vamp. “The Great Wave off Kanagawa,” by Katsushika Hokusai. (Photo: Meidosensei viaWikimedia Commons, Public domain) Handcrafted from premium Italian leather, the shoes not only look great, but theyre also built to last. Launched on February 20, 2025, the Great Wave Penny Loafers are already generating buzz online....

February 21, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Natalie Doyle

Emotional Pet Portraits Capture Cherished Final Moments Between Dogs and Their Humans

Losing a beloved companion is deeply painful, and the pets we lose deserve to be honored and remembered. With this in mind, Ohio-based, award-winning pet photographerHolly Hildrethcreated herEnd of Lifephoto series. This heartfelt photo series captures intimate portraits of terminally ill dogs and their families in their final days together. Chloe naturally passed peacefully at home after the session. Looking at that photo brings up happy memories. Every session is an emotional experience, but it also brings a sense of comfort....

February 20, 2025 · 1 min · 180 words · Ashley Hicks

Frida Kahlo Museum: Iconic Painter’s ‘Blue House’ in Mexico City Offers Insights About Her Life and Work

The museum throughly chronicles the artist’s life through Kahlo’s possessions and some of her artworks. There are plenty of insightful photographs tooa tradition established by Kahlo’s father Guillermo, a talented photographer. The museum doesn’t shy away from addressing the artist’s medical issues either. Photo: Eugene Kim / My Modern Met Together, these pieces spotlight how Kahlo came to be known as a unique style icon. For those interested in visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum, tickets are sold online....

February 20, 2025 · 1 min · 192 words · Robert English

Large-Scale Paintings of Ethereal Women Celebrate Raw Beauty Inspired by Motherhood [Interview]

Becoming a mother isnt simply a bodily transformation, but a creative one as well. This is a sensation with whichCaroline Wendelinis deeply familiar. As such, its unsurprising that Wendelins children figure strongly in her art. Read on for our exclusive interview with the artist. What originally drew you to creating art, and how did you develop your personal style over time? Art has always called to meI have always had the need to capture beauty and to tell stories....

February 20, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · Robert Lozano

Monarch Butterfly Population Is Near a 30-Year Record Low in North America

Photo: Trek13/Depositphotos The monarch butterfly is a symbol of change, both literally and metaphorically. The monarch butterfly can be found throughout the North American continent. This phenomenon is known asoverwintering. Photo: Trek13/Depositphotos An organization calledXerces Society for Invertebrate Conservationhas recorded western monarch butterflies overwintering patterns throughout California and Arizona since 1997. The milkweed plant hosts the caterpillar that will eventually become a monarch butterfly. The remaining plants are severely affected by pesticides, which also directly impacts the butterfly population....

February 20, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · Brian Watson

Pet Personalities Revealed Through Side-by-Side Photos of Dogs and Their Favorite Things

I wanted to capture each dogs unique personality. Rius decided to make the dogs belongings a key part of the portraits. So how does he channel all that frustration? “THE FETCHER” aka Knuckles / Australian Shepherd, 7 years old By chewing everything he can! Her personal objects include pink outfits, booties, and even nail polish. Then there’s Zig, a 3-year-old Afghan Hound who competes in dog shows. ‘THE BEST IN SHOW' aka Zig / Afghan Hound, 3 years old...

February 20, 2025 · 1 min · 199 words · Douglas Harris

Salón ACME celebra a creadores emergentes que cuyo trabajo debemos seguir de cerca

Para conocer mas sobre esta feria de arte, visita el sitio web deSalon ACME. Salon ACME es albergado por Proyectos Publicos en una casona que data de 1905.

February 20, 2025 · 1 min · 28 words · Elizabeth Martinez