The Renaissance saw its beginnings at the end of the Middle Ages in Europe, which was about 1400. Painters and poets, and a myriad of other artists, began to show more interest in the classical styles of the ancient Greeks and Romans. It was a period of prosperity for politics, science and the artistic fields.
The World’s Most Expensive Cameras Of All Time
Anyone with photography experience will attest to the fact that setting up with the correct camera equipment can be very expensive, especially if the person is hoping to make a career out of it. The camera body is just the start, but a good lens, a tripod, SD card, and so much more is needed […]
Historical Books That Changed The World
There’s a strong argument to be made that books are the reason that we as a species were able to lift ourselves above the other creatures that we share the earth with. The ability to read and write is still one of the most important in the world and allows billions of people to learn […]
The Biggest Museums Anyone Can Visit
There’s an argument to be made that the bigger a building is, the more likely it is to be interesting to explore. And while this might not apply to skyscrapers so much, large museums are definitely worth spending a day checking out. Museums are hubs of learning and give us an incredible view into the […]
How To Become a Modern Photographer
For many, the allure of becoming a professional photographer is a strong one, and it’s not difficult to see why. The ability to capture moments that will last forever in perfect clarity can take a few years of practise to get right, but it can be a fascinating and fulfilling profession that thousands of people […]
The Top Unmissable Museums Throughout Africa
Africa is a continent overflowing with history, culture, and adventure. Despite many of its countries having difficult pasts, the vast majority of the people of Africa have done everything they can to boost their respective countries, which includes building incredible museums that are open to the entire world. For those that are planning a trip […]
Facts About The Author Of The Little Prince
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is best known for his novella Le Petit Prince, translated into English as the Little Prince. However, unlike many other authors, his life was not spent behind a typewriter in his study.
Three Truly Mysterious Photographs Without Explanation
The camera has been around for a long time, and we’ve taken countless millions of photos since it first became available to the public. And while almost all photos can be explained relatively easily, some are so bizarre that they defy most logical explanations. In fact, some of these photos are still very much a […]
5 Perennially Popular Books for Children
No matter how the world changes and technology evolves, there are some children’s books that stay popular, and kids love having them read to them, or reading them themselves as they get a little older.
Seminal Books of the Last 100 Years
Which books have been overwhelmingly voted as being among the 100 most important works of the 2000s?