The ocean and its shipwrecks have always held a fascination for romantics and treasure hunters. The oceans around the world hold more than 3 million shipwrecks. Some are hundreds of years old and are often filled with treasures that sank with them. One such boat sank in 1941 when sunk by a German U-boat carrying
Since the 8th century and through the writings of Homer’s “Ulysses” people have been fascinated by the mystery of the sea siren. Using her heavenly voice and feminine charms, the siren has seduced and enchanted unsuspecting young sailors. This has led them to be dashed on the dangerous rocks, sending them to a watery grave. This
The angel fish is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish. The male and female will care for the eggs until they hatch by fanning them with their fins to keep the water fresh and healthy. However, a hungry angel will eat its own offspring after they hatch! Also once they mate, they refuse
The exciting world of collage has been part of art history since the first making of paper. However, most recently, collage has become a part of the avant-garde art scene since after the first World War. The Dadaists and the Surrealists filled work with found objects and images placed outside their original or normal contexts.
Lots of excitement as Yoyoi Kusama’s installation art “Infinity Mirrors” exhibit comes to the Art Gallery of Ontario. Yoyoi is a Japanese avant-garde artist a contemporary of Andy Warhol who preceded the era of pop art. Yoyoi is presently 89 years old. She has lived most of her life in an asylum in Japan where
The Greeks and Romans saw the seahorse as a symbol of strength and power associated with the sea God, Neptune. Chinese culture sees them as a symbol of good luck. They travel calmly and slowly, and so symbolize patience and contentment. Interestingly the male sea horse carries and gives birth to their offspring. And the
Magnolias symbolize dignity and nobility. In China, they were thought to be the symbol of womanly beauty and gentleness. In the south, white magnolias reflect and emphasize the purity and nobility of a bride. On the other hand, steel is valued for it’s strength and economy. A movie of steel magnolias, 1989, features a group