Art is a BabaMail staple, and something that I love very much. It inspires us all, serves as a social and political commentary, and also reminds us of the beauty and wonder of the world we live in. I recently took a look back through the many different kinds of art and artists we have covered, and I decided that some of the mails we had sent you were far too good to only be seen once. So, without further ado, here are 12 of the best art mails we've ever sent you - all in one handy, interactive place. Enjoy!
To enjoy the art in this mail, all you need to do is hover over a picture of your choice. A colorful popup window will appear, giving you more information. Simply left click on the popup window to view the art!
These 3D Glass Paintings Will Leave You Speechless
Jean-Pierre Weill is a French artist who creates 3D paintings using glass as the medium. As you can see, his works are stunning.
Fluid Wildlife Murals Breathe New Life Into Dull Buildings
The Argentinan artist Fio Silva breathes new life into dull city buildings by decorating them with massive wildlife murals.
Follow This Kid Around the World for the Best Street Art
Get a first-hand view of some truly amazing street art from around the world from the point of view of a little kid.
How Can These Wildlife Paintings Look So Amazingly Real?
Gape at this absolutely extraordinary collection of hyper-realistic wildlife paintings by self-taught artist Carla Grace.
INTERACTIVE: Discover the Wonders of the Pacific Islands
The Pacific Islands collectively make up one of the most beautiful regions on Earth. This interactive video guide will show you the most beautiful of all.
History’s 7 Most Influential Watercolor Artists
Here, we look back at some of the most famous watercolor artists throughout history whose works continue to be influential.
Enjoy 60 Minutes of Cirque du Soleil Magic!
Want to see one of the best modern circus shows in the world?
Witness This Incredible Musical Performance by True Masters
Dutch orchestra leader Guido Dieteren joins forces here with powerhouse singer Wendy Kokkelkoren to bring you a rendition of "You Raise Me Up" the likes of which you've never heard before.
Jason Gamrath Makes the Most Extravagant Glass Flowers
These glass flowers by Jason Gamrath are colorful, huge and exquisite. From orchids to fly catchers, these big glass flowers are shown in beautiful photos.
This Incredible Act Will Blow Your Mind!
We have no doubt that you will be completely dumbfounded by this act.
Prepare Your Tissues: The Animated Story of Kitbull
Pixar's Kitbull is a beautiful short animation video that has won praise around the world.
This Stunning Chapel in Naples Will Leave You in Awe
This chapel looks more like a museum than a church. Take a look at its stunning sculptures here.
A Very Creative Take on Travel - Terrific!
A juggler finds a creative way to make a travel video that's both beautiful and fun!
Nobody Sings This Song Quite Like Frank Sinatra!
Listen to Frank Sinatra's charming performance of Cheek to Cheek and enjoy the presentation we made to go with it.
This Artist's Paintings Are So Realistic You'll Be Fooled
Take a look at the incredibly realistic paintings of Patrick Kramer. He creates his art from photos and paints whatever captures his interest, be it from still lives, portraits, city scenes or landscapes.
This Chinese Singer's Vocal Range Will Utterly Astound You
Although she only placed third in a national singing competition in her native China, Jane Zhang has now become a global star. Listen to her mesmerizing voice.
16 Unforgettable Tracks By Nat King Cole
Celebrate the beautiful music of one of the most influential jazz pianists and vocalists in history - Nat King Cole.
Dive Into the Dark Imagination of H.P. Lovecraft
The imagination of this famous author will take you on a fascinating journey.
With Paul Simon, Song After Song After Song Is Beautiful
After leaving Simon and Garfunkel, Paul Simon set upon a career of brilliant solo music. Here are 24 of his best records to date!
These Oil Paintings Beautifully Capture Colonial America
Contemporary American artist Meadow Gist magnificently re-imagines Colonial America in her beautiful oil painting, sweeping you away to a bygone time.
This Cover of "Mary, Did You Know?" Is Truly Beautiful
Pentatonix, a talented acapella group, are known for making brilliant covers. Their rendition of the classic "Mary, Did You Know?" is hauntingly beautiful.
How Does This Artist Transform Ordinary Stones to Art?
See how Japanese artist Hirotoshi Itoh transforms ordinary stones into works of art.
This Hungarian Artist Has Perfected the Art of Lace Work
Agnes Herczeg, a Hungarian artist, creates artwork using lace. Some of her best works can be seen here.
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!
‘My Heart Will Go On’ by This Violinist Will Amaze You!
Seeing talented children is always inspiring, and 11-year-old Karolina Protsenko is a true prodigy. Watch her perform Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On'.
This Is How 11 Ancient Roman Ruins Looked Like In the Past
Very little of ancient Rome remained to this day, but here is a wonderful reconstruction of some of the most famous sighs.
The Most Famous Masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci is widely held to be the greatest visual artist and all-round renaissance man in human history. Here are his 10 most famous art works.
Will this Acrobat Blow Your Minds as Well?
Watch Kai Ho's dangerous and skilled acrobatic performance.
Alphonse Mucha: Extraordinary Paintings by a Unique Artist
Admire the creative genius of Alphonse Mucha from a series of his paintings, some of which are well-known and others more exclusive to this collection.
This Human Tower Is An Incredible Acrobatic Performance
An astounding acrobatic performance I can't stop watching.
These Gorgeous Paintings Are the Soul of the Victorian Era
The Pre-Raphaelites were a close-knit group of Victorian painters who shared big ideas about art and literature. Here are 18 of their greatest works.
Watch These Acrobats Defy Gravity in an Amazing Circus Act
You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching these talented Russian circus acrobats perform feats on the teeterboard like you've never seen.
This Irish Jig is Just Too Much Fun to Watch!
Enjoy this Irish dance craze that will bring a smile to your face!
Antonio Canova - Better Than Ancient Roman Sculptors?
Antonio Canova is known for his expressive, lifelike sculpture. It's unbelievable that this European sculptor lived in the 18th century!
The Song 'Hallelujah' Was Crying Out to Be Sung by Il Divo
Here's a rare rendition that you won't forget in a hurry...
I Bet You've Never Seen This Kind of Art Before...
Utilizing the best way of recycling, this artist creates beautiful images.
Timeless Quotes That Show the Staggering Power of Love
Learn more about the world's most popular play ever written, with these ten quotations and matching contextual explanations.
If You're a Married Man, This Song Has Some Advice For You!
Timothy Hawkins, in this hilarious song, sings about what you should not say to your wife if you want a long life. This will make you cry with laughter!
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.
This Boy’s Story and Violin Skills Will Bring You to Tears
At the age of 4, Tyler was diagnosed with leukemia and was bullied for it in school. Playing the violin was a way for him to forget it all.
This Is How Shakespeare’s Plays Were Meant to Be Performed
How Shakespeare's plays and sonnets were meant to be read, and why it matters
Looking at 8 of Michelangelo's Most Celebrated Sculptures
We have compiled a list of the top 8 most exquisite sculptures by Michelangelo, along with the fascinating stories behind them.
Photos Of Famous Artists’ Muses Alongside Their Portraits
How did the models painted on world-famous portraits look like in real life, did they look anything like the paintings they inspired?
String Pulling Art - the Newest Art Technique Out There
Fluid string-pulling art is a fairly new and intriguing art technique that uses chains, strings, and colorful paints to create amazing bouquets of flowers
These Charming Old Paintings are Like a Balm for the Soul
Marvel at some of the finest landscape watercolor paintings by renowned American artist Thomas Moran.
10 Beautiful Poems by Some of the All-Time Greats
If you are a lover of poetry, then these are poems you should definitely read.
Listen to This Gorgeous Spring Piece by André Rieu
Let Master violinist André Rieu bring you a beautiful moment of relaxation in spring time...