In this special episode of Accession for Kids, we take a look at a landscape painting of a place that may be familiar, even if it doesn't look the same today.
Read MoreIt's just the story of a young man, barely more than a boy, and a small piece of wood that he may or may not have painted.
Read MoreWe take a look at Gene Davis' Lemon Look, and explore why humans are so fascinated by illusions, and what we have to learn from them.
Read MoreThis week's episode is the famous story of the Messon Frogs, the brother’s who came to be known as the Tuxtla Two, and the act of courage that saved the game.
Read MoreJust the simple story of a person falling in love with a painting told over five letters.
Read MoreThis story isn't about a painting, or a sculpture, or a vase, or a váse, or a photograph. It's about... well, I'll let you listen for yourself.
Read MoreThere is so much being accomplished by this master painter in this masterpiece that needs so little explanation. But while I am of the opinion that there is no problem with this painting, there is a problem with its story.
Read MoreDon’t look too quickly. We have to take this one slowly; with trepidation. As if we are about to jump into a frigid pool on a hot summers day. It will be worth it. But still...
Read MoreHow can a person living now, walking through the Worcester Art Museum, with all these other thoughts about things with one-eye, ever hope to understand what this statuette meant? Or can they ever hope to understand what he meant, all those centuries ago?
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