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!
This Surreal Art Really is Something to Marvel At
The surreal paintings of Robert Gonsalves are like nothing you've ever seen before. What a talented artist!
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.
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.
This Belgian Artist Creates Utterly Hilarious Street Art
Belgian artist Jonathan Pauwels has a knack for depicting municipal workers in a fun way. Take a look at 20 brilliant street scenes that he has drawn.
QUIZ BOMB: Pick Out of 9 Quizzes and Discover Yourself!
Who doesn't love a good quiz? They can actually teach us things we never knew about ourselves, or even just be a fun way pastime. Check out this collection.
The Most Gorgeous Painting of Our Beautiful World...
Richard MacNeil is an artist that captures the beauty of life in his oil paintings.
Prepare Your Ears for Another André Rieu Musical Triumph!
Enjoy another jewel of a performance from our favorite Dutch musician, André Rieu
This Country Music Collaboration Will Blow You Away!
This collaboration of country singers past and present will astound you! This one should definitely not be missed!
You’ve Probably Never Seen Body Art This Beautiful Before
Mehndi, also known as Henna art work, is an age-old tradition and the best way to get enjoy some semi-permanent body ink.
Steve Hewlett: Fancy Ventriloquist!
On the semi final stage of Britain's got talent the audience got a great surprise with Steve Hewlett's terrific ventriloquism performance!
Let 'The Sugar Plum Fairy Dance' Excite Your Xmas Spirit!
What poise ballerina Nina Kaptsova displays in this gorgeous performance of Tchaikovsky's most Christmassy dance!
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.
These Vintage Bird Illustrations are Charming & Beautiful
Here is a look at 20 gorgeous paintings by the celebrated nature artist John James Audubon’s seminal book 'Birds of America'
This Artist Recreated His Childhood Town & It's Impressive
Eddie Putera, creates stunning miniature dioramas to recapture his childhood. Take a look.
This Boy's Harmonica Skills Are Outstanding!
This child's performance of "Rhapsody in Blue" by Gershwin on the harmonica blew me away. Check it out here!
This Interpretative Dance Made Me Scream With Laughter!
Watch David Armand ridiculously mime Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now,' while a couple of audience members try to guess the song. Hilarious!
The 10 Best Movies For Strengthening Your Relationship
Do you feel like you're getting into a bit of a rut with your beloved? Try watching one of these 10 great movies and you'll be loved up again in no time.
Watch 20 of the Best Eurovision 2023 Performances!
Embark on this Eurovision journey and discover your new favorite songs and singers!
Stunning! These Pencil Drawings Look Like Photographs
Emanuele Dascanio is a true master of his craft, creating incredibly realistic graphite pencil and charcoal portraits.
15 Unforgettable Paintings by Marc Chagall, Explained
You can explore Marc Chagall's 15 greatest works, presented from various periods in his life.
Watch Andre Rieu Masterfully Perform 'The Last Rose'
Watch Andre Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra masterfully perform their version of 'The Last Rose' while they were touring the Netherlands.
This Pianist Has the Fastest Fingers in the World...
This Chinese pianist has the hands of a musical goddess. This is definitely not one to be missed!
Ever Wondered What a REAL Tango Looks Like? So Beautiful!
The dance of Tango is one full of beauty and passion.
Music Box: 20 Beautiful Covers of Beloved Rock Ballads
Presenting a collection of the best ballads, reimagined as unique piano covers that add a new level of emotion and originality.
What a Spectacular Performance by 2 Classic Greats!
An exciting performance by two classic greats - Louis Armstrong and Danny Kaye!
Watch This Young Singer Completely Nail 'O Sole Mio'
Watch the young and incredibly talented Amira Willighagen performing the classic song, 'O Sole Mio' alongside the legendary Patrizio Buanne.
This Classic Dance Takes an Unforeseen Turn...
Watch and gasp as these two amazing dancers jump, fly and float like two feathers in the wind. Outstanding.
Enjoy Musical Heaven By an Extremely Talented Cellist!
The multi-talented Kevin Olusola uses only his mouth and cello to produce a most amazing rendition to Sam Smith's "Stay with me".
The Incredible André Rieu: My Heart Will Go On...
The wonderful André Rieu once again brings a song to life in a beautiful and touching show of musical prowess. Bravo!
The Beauty of Female Portraits Through the Centuries
This video is truly a testament to that statement that it is a small artistic world after all.
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 the Beauty of Mushrooms Captured in Stunning Photos
This artist turns mushrooms into stunning arrangements. Check out her stunning artwork here.
This Is What the City of Rome Looked Like 1700 Years Ago
A full model of the ancient city of Rome that took 36 years to complete
Gaudi: The Iconic Architect That Made Buildings Look Alive
Antoni Gaudi is the most famous Modernist architect. This is a story of his life and creative evolution.
This Is Arguably the Most Beautiful Ice Show Ever!
18 Russian ice skaters sealed their place in history with this amazing dance set to Whitney Houston's classic love song.
A Sublime Musical Courtship that is Both Funny and Beautiful
A delightful rendition of Salsa De La Luna as a romantic interaction between two violins.
You Haven’t Seen This Kind of Detail in Glass Art Before!
Glass is an unexpectedly flexible material - and artist Amber Cowan takes advantage of this fact to turn it into beautiful artwork...
This Extraordinary Girl Sings Her Audience to Sweet Tears
By singing this Broadway class 'Defying Gravity' so amazingly, 12-year-old Beau Dermott defies her age. She could be the next singing sensation.
Discover the Amazing History & Design of Fabergé Eggs
You've probably heard of Fabergé Eggs, but how much do you actually know about these unique historical jewels?
I Was Blown Away by the Detail in these Spectacular Art Works
Calvin Nicholls' technique seems to be a cross between drawing and sculpture. He uses fine lines of an intricate sketch, yet captures three-dimensionality of a statue. This is a collection of his incredible work.
Smile as These 2 Prove You're Never Too Old to Dance!
If you think you're too old to dance, then you'd better think again!
These Dancers & Acrobats Put On an Incredible Show
These two dancers slash acrobats are beyond amazing...
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
Will this Acrobat Blow Your Minds as Well?
Watch Kai Ho's dangerous and skilled acrobatic performance.
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.
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.