Ken Burns: Historical Filmmaker.

By Ashlee Torres | November 19, 2024 | Comments Off on Ken Burns: Historical Filmmaker.

No medium can capture the reality of human history much like the documentary, and few names in the historical filmmaking industry are as memorable as that of cinematographer Ken Burns. With the premiere of Burns’ newest documentary, ‘Leonardo da Vinci,’ November 18-19, 2024 on PBS, now is the perfect time to review and celebrate the…

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Celebrating the Timeless Legacy of Dr. Seuss: A Tribute on His Birthday.

Celebrating the Timeless Legacy of Dr. Seuss: A Tribute on His Birthday.

By James O'Donnell | March 2, 2024 | Comments Off on Celebrating the Timeless Legacy of Dr. Seuss: A Tribute on His Birthday.

In the vast landscape of children’s literature, there exists a realm where imagination knows no bounds, where whimsy dances hand in hand with wisdom, and where the fantastical becomes tangible through the power of words and illustrations. This realm is the enchanting world of Dr. Seuss, a world that continues to captivate and inspire readers…

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Preserving the Art of Bookbinding: A Journey through the History of the Harcourt Bindery

Preserving the Art of Bookbinding: A Journey through the History of the Harcourt Bindery

By James O'Donnell | March 1, 2024 | Comments Off on Preserving the Art of Bookbinding: A Journey through the History of the Harcourt Bindery

In the bustling streets of turn-of-the-century Boston, amidst the flourishing arts scene, the craft of bookbinding enjoyed a certain prominence. This was an era marked by the private press movement, with figures like Daniel B. Updike and Frederic W. Goudy making significant contributions to typography and book design. Associations such as the New England Bookbinders…

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Unveiling the Surreal Genius: Salvador Dalí

Unveiling the Surreal Genius: Salvador Dalí

By Grace Alvarez | February 13, 2024 | Comments Off on Unveiling the Surreal Genius: Salvador Dalí

Salvador Dalí, a name synonymous with surrealism, continues to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide with his eccentricity, imagination, and unparalleled artistic vision. From melting clocks to dreamlike landscapes, Dalí’s work transcends traditional boundaries, inviting viewers into a realm where reality and fantasy collide in a mesmerizing display of creativity. Born on May 11, 1904, in Figueres,…

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William Klein: Photographer and Filmmaker

William Klein: Photographer and Filmmaker

By Drew Mercantini | September 14, 2022 | Comments Off on William Klein: Photographer and Filmmaker

Born in April of 1926, William Klein grew up in the heart of New York City, during the Great Depression and World War 2. Despite his economic circumstances, Klein proved to be a precocious student, enrolling at the City College of New York when he was only 14 years old. After joining the Army, Klein…

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