Interesting Art From History's Most Unique Visionaries

Camille Claudel’s Journey From Provocative Sculptor To Asylum Patient

Camille Claudel's talent as an artist was ultimately overshadowed by her troubled affair and increasing paranoia.

By Kara Goldfarb May 17, 2018

Camille Claudel’s Journey From Provocative Sculptor To Asylum Patient

Camille Claudel's talent as an artist was ultimately overshadowed by her troubled affair and increasing paranoia.

By Kara Goldfarb May 17, 2018

Kailasa Temple, The Massive Temple Was Chiseled By Hand For More Than 20 Years

The Kailasa Temple was carved over dozens of years, under several rulers, out of a single piece of stone.

By William DeLong Apr 2, 2018

Kailasa Temple, The Massive Temple Was Chiseled By Hand For More Than 20 Years

The Kailasa Temple was carved over dozens of years, under several rulers, out of a single piece of stone.

By William DeLong April 2, 2018

World’s Oldest Known Tattoos Discovered On 5,000 Year Old Mummies [PHOTOS]

New research shows that what was previously thought of simply as dark smudges on 5,000-year-old mummies are actually the world's oldest tattoos.

By Kara Goldfarb Mar 1, 2018

Science News

World’s Oldest Known Tattoos Discovered On 5,000 Year Old Mummies [PHOTOS]

New research shows that what was previously thought of simply as dark smudges on 5,000-year-old mummies are actually the world's oldest tattoos.

By Kara Goldfarb March 1, 2018

How John Callahan Turned His Paralysis Into Politically Incorrect Art

After John Callahan was paralyzed following a drunken car crash, he learned to draw cartoons with both hands, went to rehab, and had is politically incorrect cartoons published in dozens of magazines and newspapers.

By Kara Goldfarb Feb 22, 2018

How John Callahan Turned His Paralysis Into Politically Incorrect Art

By Kara Goldfarb February 22, 2018

What Is A Rube Goldberg Machine? (Hint: You’ve Seen One Before) [VIDEO]

The illustrator said his cartoons of the Rube Goldberg Machine were a “symbol of man’s capacity for exerting maximum effort to accomplish minimal results.”

By William DeLong Feb 15, 2018

What Is A Rube Goldberg Machine? (Hint: You’ve Seen One Before) [VIDEO]

The illustrator said his cartoons of the Rube Goldberg Machine were a “symbol of man’s capacity for exerting maximum effort to accomplish minimal results.”

By William DeLong February 15, 2018

What If Hitler’s Paintings Had Gotten Him Into Art School?

Teachers said he didn’t draw enough heads and experts note that he copied traditional paintings rather than create his own work.

By William DeLong Feb 15, 2018

What If Hitler’s Paintings Had Gotten Him Into Art School?

Teachers said he didn’t draw enough heads and experts note that he copied traditional paintings rather than create his own work.

By William DeLong February 15, 2018

Pierre Brassau, The Esteemed Artist – And Chimpanzee

Even after learning Pierre Brassau was Peter the Chimp, critics still commended his work, and one man even purchased a painting for himself.

By Katie Serena Feb 13, 2018

Pierre Brassau, The Esteemed Artist – And Chimpanzee

Even after learning Pierre Brassau was Peter the Chimp, critics still commended his work, and one man even purchased a painting for himself.

By Katie Serena February 13, 2018

Valerie Solanas — The Radical Feminist Who Shot Andy Warhol

Shortly after publishing her manifesto, titled "Society for Cutting Up Men," Valerie Solanas' feminism spiraled out of control, and she attempted to assassinate famed artist Andy Warhol.

By Kara Goldfarb Feb 8, 2018

Valerie Solanas — The Radical Feminist Who Shot Andy Warhol

Shortly after publishing her manifesto, titled "Society for Cutting Up Men," Valerie Solanas' feminism spiraled out of control, and she attempted to assassinate famed artist Andy Warhol.

By Kara Goldfarb February 8, 2018