Unlike Andy Goldsworthy, artist Donald Judd created some of his best-known works with unmistakably man-made forms and materials. But changes in nature play a key role in his art as well, in the form of the ever-changing light of West Texas.
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Social Lessons from Our Favorite Horror Movies
Click this link for a list of valuable social lessons that are reflected in some well-known horror films.
Women Writing About the Wild: 25 Essential Authors
This list describes how 25 women were inspired by nature and used it heavily in their writing.
Why You Should Be Reading Wislawa Szymborska
Writer Megan O’Grady describes how she is inspired by the work of Nobel Prize winning poet Wislawa Szymborska.
About Eugene O’Neill
Learn about playright Eugene O’Neill in this short biography.
Jack London’s mark on literature
Professor and author Jeanne C. Reesman extols the writing of Jack London.
In His Own Words: Remembering Poet Robert Hayden
Read about poet Robert Hayden and listen to him recite part of one of his most famous poems.
Writers Work in Mobile Studios at This Incredible Residency in Massachusetts
The Mastheads, a residency program for writers, built five small studios inspired by famous local authors, such as Henry David Thoreau and Nathaniel Hawthorne, for its recipients to work in.
Revolutionary War army comes to life in newly discovered painting
Learn how an uncovered painting provided historians with new details of George Washington’s army.
What Makes Horror Movies Scary? “We do,” Says Baylor Film Expert
A film historian at Baylor University believes horror movies are so compelling because they reflect the difficult and disturbing aspects of our society and ourselves.
The “Scottish” Play
The Scottish setting of Macbeth seems crucial—after all, it’s Scottish history—but numerous adaptations set around the globe have proved that the setting is far from essential.
Researchers Examine the Fun of Fear
Two faculty members at the University of Pittsburgh have teamed up to study the science of fear. They are interested in learning more about the psychological benefits of being scared.
‘Hamlet,’ a New Opera, Makes Shakespeare Strange
Critic Zachary Woolf reviews a 2017 production of Hamlet by Brett Dean. He compares it with other versions of the play, as well as operatic productions of other Shakespeare works.
On Protest Photography
Writer Maisie Skidmore discusses the power of photography to record protest movements.
Casual Perfection
Critic Meghan O’Rourke argues that publishing drafts of Elizabeth Bishop’s work reveals more of the American poet’s brilliance.
15 striking photos from the best wildlife photographers of the year
Take a look at some stunning and captivating imagery from The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017 Awards in Britain. The captions provide some descriptive background to each image.
Brain game: bringing Paddington to life on screen
The use of technologies such as CGI (computer-generated imagery) can make a little bear from Peru appear very real. We take on board the personality and challenges of the “guy” as if he were human. Read more about the technical challanges here.
Dalston House: Where Every Visitor Becomes Spider-Man
In his latest art installation, Leandro Erlich uses mirrors to create an optical illusion on a grand scale. Watch this video interview with the artist.
Do Michael Pawlyn’s nature inspired creations hold the key to designing buildings for the future?
Architect Michael Pawlyn recently presented an exhibition of architectural structures that use the power of nature’s designs. See how plant tissue and marine organisms could influence buildings in the future.
Double-Bind: Three Women of the Harlem Renaissance
Among the more well-known male writers and artists of the Harlem Renaissance existed women who also deserve to be recognized. Read about three writers whose work reflected being both black and female.