Photo-realism is an art movement that astounds and humbles me. The sheer skill and patience it requires to make paintings that are so life-like, so much like a real photograph, is mind blowing. All the paintings you are about to see were drawn, not by a computer, but by the hands of talented artists, able to re-create reality with nothing but brush strokes and an artist's eye. Wonderful. |
How Can Anyone Paint Rain on Glass So Realistically?
Gregory Thielker is one of the world's greatest painters, and with this rainy-road collection you can definitely see why.
Alzheimer’s Progression Through Self Portraits
Watch the progression of Alzheimer’s dead ease through periodical self portraits
Admire These Lifelike Landscape Paintings
Check out these extraordinarily lifelike landscape paintings that feel like real nature photographs.
The 7 Best Dutch Artists You Might Not Have Heard Of
Noteworthy Dutch Painters of the Late Renaissance and Baroque
Iris Scott Uses Her Fingers to Create Incredible Paintings
Iris Scott is a modern impressionist who uses all of her 10 fingers to paint. Her artwork, as you're about to see, is absolutely wonderful!
These Paintings Are So Detailed You'll Think They're Photos
These paintings by Kamalky Laureano look so realistic, you'll think they're photos.
This Has to Be One of the Best Musical Trios Ever!
What a classical team 2Cellos and Lang Lang make! Their performance of "Live and Let Die" is outstanding!
I Can’t Take My Eyes off These Gorgeous Lion Paintings
Enjoy this incredible collection of the most gorgeous classic lion paintings.
Listen to This Gorgeous Spring Piece by André Rieu
Let Master violinist André Rieu bring you a beautiful moment of relaxation in spring time...
Have You Read the 5 of the Greatest Poems Ever Written?
Discover some of the greatest poems that the history of literature has ever seen, along with a detailed analysis to complement them.
Spectacular! What an Innovative Form of Art This Is
Have you ever seen sculptures, brooches and decorations like this before? Check out this stunning art!
Relax With a Few Moments of Heavenly Music
Take a few moments for yourself. Close your eyes and let the smile spread on your face as this sweet music spreads in the air.
This Phenomenal Art Will Trick Your Brain! Impressive!
These intriguing drawings by Pietro Catudella are impressive! Take a look:
Watch Carlos Kleiber's Stunning Interpretation of Beethoven
Carlos Kleiber was a legendary conductor who brought an extra level of pizzazz to his performances. Enjoy his interpretation of Beethoven in this video.
Mind Blown! This Man is a Modern Day Master Craftsman
This man many literally be the world’s last living blacksmith, and creates weaponry wonders from normal stainless steel bolts.
These Cakes are So Gorgeous and Creative...
We've seen amazing food art before, but these really take the cake...
Richard Jones' Magical Performance Leaves Everyone in Awe
Richard Jones's magical performance on the talent show 'Britain's Got Talent' leaves the judges and the audience stunned! How does he do it?
Watch This Pianist Explain Musical History, Musically!
If you want to know more about the development of classical music through the centuries, this brief video is just the ticket.
This Artist Turned Her Unique Paper Art Into a Living
Portuguese artist Sena Runa's beautiful paper quilling art has resulted in her amassing a staggering 100,000 followers. Take a look at her unique work here.
Who Says That Cats Can't Be Trained? You'll Be Surprised!
Who says cats can't be trained? Watch this adorable performance!
Take a Closer Look... These Are Not Photographs
It may be hard to believe, but what follows are not photographs, but watercolor paintings, created by Spanish artist Iban Navarro.
So Satisfying! Watch a Destroyed Painting Come to Life
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This Watercolor Animal Art Is Expressive and Whimsical
Artist Luqman Reza creates expressive animal paintings using watercolor paint. His artwork is truly stunning.
10 Life-Changing Books That You Really Must Read!
Every so often you'll come across a book that will change your life. Here are 10 such examples.
Some of the Best Painters Show Their Most Famous Paintings
A beautiful collection of our most beautiful painting posts, each by a talented painter from recent centuries. This is a huge collection of classic paintings.
You've NEVER Heard Anything Like These 2000 Marbles...
This genius has built a machine that uses 2000 marbles to create lovely music. You don't see this every day...
Watch Dolly Parton Sing Jolene in A Capella!
When Dolly Parton joined modern a cappella group, The Pentatonix, for a sing song, they recorded this lovely version of the classic ballad, Jolene.
This Beautiful Cover of Cher's 'Believe' Melted My Heart...
Watch Ella Henderson perform Cher's believe in the most impeccable way possible.
This Sublime Classical Performance Will Take You to Heaven
This beautiful video celebrates two wonderful musicians together, one on cello and the other on the violin. Here they play Czardas.
The Visionary Art and Turbulent Life of Caravaggio
Caravaggio is one of the most renowned and celebrated painters today, but his life and art have a bigger story to tell than one would expect
Think That Cats Can't Be Trained? Think Again!
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Unleash Your Inner Creativity with These Decoupage Ideas
Breathe new life into your old odds and ends! These 16 brilliant decoupage tutorials will get you in a creative mood in no time at all!
You May Need to Give These Pictures a Second Look...
Robert Gonsalves specilizes in making the kind of paintings that make you sigh, then amazed, then thoughtful.
This Famous Song Sounds Even Better in Acapella!
In this video the popular acapella group Pentatonix give an outstanding performance of John Lennon's famous song "Imagine".
This Adorable Father-Daughter Duo Will Make You Smile
Alexa and Jorge Narvaez are a father-daughter singing team that continue to perform even today. This video was released by them in 2010 and would eventually change their lives for the better.
See Old America Like Never Before With These Vintage Maps
A look at some glorious vintage illustrated maps from 19th century America that gives a great look of the country from back in the day.
This 2-Year-Old Can Dance As Well As Elvis
He may be just 2-years-old, but this boy can dance like the King!
Andre Rieu Plays in Full New York Concert!
In this video we get a FULL concert of Andre Riéuplaying in New York City and celebrating its incredible history.
The Most Unbelievable Acrobatic Display in History!
What happens when dozens of acrobats work together to create a human net? Utter magic is what happens.
Mona Lisa's House: Where Da Vinci Painted His Masterpiece
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Witness an Incredible Artistic and Acrobatic! Performance
Artists Nicolas Besnard & Ludivine Furnon (Silver Medalist in Paris at the 31th Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain) performing at "Benissimo" Live TV show.
Stan Munro's Toothpick Art Is Unbelievably Painstaking
This man took 6 million toothpicks and six years to create one of the most impressive miniature displays that you'll ever see.
These Stunning Tree Carvings Are a Sight to Behold
Wood carvers and sculptors are truly gifted individuals, and this is evidenced by their amazing work at these 9 places. View their beauty for yourself.
Artist Creates Incredibly Detailed 3D Paintings on Glass
The detail in these incredible 3D glass paintings of animals is unbelievable! See for yourself...
This Art Is Beautiful Beyond Belief! Take a Look...
This art is unlike anything you've ever seen. Take a look at this magnificent butterfly art!
If You Love Clint Eastwood, You'll Love This Performance
The Danish National Symphony Orchestra create a fantastic experience with their performance of the song from the Good, the Bad and the Ugly