"If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow his vision wherever it takes him… We must never forget that art is not a form of propaganda; it is a form of truth." -- John F. Kennedy Throughout history, art has been created by people for many different reasons and purposes, both non-motivated (no … [Read More...] about Activist Arts
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Sacred Shadows
Intersections (2013), is a sculptural installation created by Anila Quayyum Agha, a Pakistani-American artist. Simple in its materials and artistic method, the effect is a powerfully elegant, original work of art that wondrously transforms a room into an ethereal space filled with intricate shadowy geometric patterns enwrapping gallery visitors … [Read More...] about Sacred Shadows
The Bigger Picture
Henry Tate (1819-1899) was an English industrialist and philanthropist. Starting his business career as a grocer with an apprenticeship at 13 years old, Tate made a fortune in sugar refinery, and was known for his humble nature and generous charitable donations in support of health and education causes. In 1889, he offered to donate his collection … [Read More...] about The Bigger Picture
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Brother, What Happened?
“Baby put your phone down, Won’t you look into my eyes now”– Muddy Magnolias
Surfing the Greats
No matter the weather……..there are no bad days
Polar Bear
Rider of icebergs and master of helping spirits
Hallelujah
A song with a melody and lyrics that moves us to tears and inspires hope
The Martini
“I had never tasted anything so cool and clean.”…. Ernest Hemingway, A Farewell to Arms (1929)
Capitale de Noël
Exploring the streets and treats of the historic Strasbourg Christmas Markets
The Power of a Bike
A bicycle is so much more than a toy….It can change lives
Catch a Falling Star
How to catch and snap amazing views of 2020 Perseids meteor showers around the globe
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Mer de Glace
Mer de Glace (Sea of Ice) is categorized a “valley glacier”, a type of glacier that originates from mountain glaciers and flows down valleys, and located above the Chamonix valley within … [Read More...] about Mer de Glace
Epic Skimo
Ski Mountaineering (Skimo) involves climbing a mountain on skis or by carrying them and descending on skis using varied ski touring, Telemark, backcountry skiing and mountaineering techniques. A … [Read More...] about Epic Skimo
Glowing Glühwein
Glühwein ('glowing wine') is a popular mulled wine with a tradition in German speaking countries and the Alsace region of France, especially during the holidays when it is offered at Christmas … [Read More...] about Glowing Glühwein
Voyageurs
This "More Than Just Parks" video, Voyageurs 8K, is a Pattiz Brothers Film, produced by Sea Raven Media. It was filmed during a few weeks time spent at Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota … [Read More...] about Voyageurs
Silver King
Tarpons are large, air breathing fish of the genus, Megalops, and they've been swimming the seas for 18 million years. There are two species, both found in saltwater as well as freshwater habitats. … [Read More...] about Silver King
