|
Andrew Clemens was only 13, deaf and nearly mute due to encephalitis, when he started experimenting with sand art. He collected multicolored sands and fashioned special tools made from pieces of hickory and fish hooks. Clemens did not use glue in his artwork, he only used the pressure of his tightly packed artwork to keep the image intact. For a person so young and, with so many difficulties, to be able to make such perfect art is truly a remarkable achievement. He is thought to have produced hundreds of "art bottles" during his lifetime but only few survive today. We can only look at the few remaining pieces of art he made and image what a truly great artist Andrew Clemens must have been… |
|
 |
|
|
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
  |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
15 Beautiful Examples of Photographic Excellence
15 beautiful moments caught on camera for all of us to enjoy!
Gosh, These Artful Sculptures are Quite Brilliant
Discover some of the most creative and innovative street statues from around the world.
What Makes for More Beautiful Art: Ice or Sand?!
You have to be incredibly talented to work with snow and ice or sand. But who do you think is more talented? And ice artist or a sand artist?
Who Knew That Rural South Korea Was This Beautiful?
This photographer captures South Korea in a truly ethereal, unique way. Take a look at his incredible work to be taken to a real-life fairy tale world.
3:39
Magic is Only A Vibration Away With This Great Experiment
All it takes is some sand, a metal plate and carefully toned vibrations from a speaker to create stunning and complex patterns. This video shows you the amazing results!
7:23
Some Choirs Know How to Enchant the World With Their Music
You cannot watch this without smiling...
5:44
This Performer Can Do ANYTHING While on a Bike
The acrobat you see here is Viola Brand – a bicycle artist who can do almost anything on two wheels.
6:13
This Impressive Juggling Act Will Leave You Breathless...
Watch Michael Chirrick can carry out an incredible juggling and balancing act the likes of which have never been seen before!
5:25
One of the Most Beautiful Sounds You Have Ever Heard
This performance of exquisite musical beauty blew away a cynical audience. First the musician pulls out an odd instrument, then he starts to play ...
2:22
You Won't Believe What This Man Did With His Tree Stump
Watch the making-of of Lueb Popoff's impressive tree sculpture, using an old tree stump and a chainsaw. What talent and precision!
23 Times Street Art and Nature Coexisted Beautifully
Urban art doesn't have to be in opposition to nature, and can actually complement it. Check these examples out!
3:57
Rocco Granata & André Rieu in a Lively Rendition of Macarena
The band, the crowd, the dancing... this live performance of Macarena by Rocco Granata and Andre Rieu should be seen by everyone!
4:46
When a Cello and a Piano Take Hold of Our Heart...
A touching and utterly beautiful classical rendition that will leave you wanting more.
1:36
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.
25:20
Is This Really How These Famous People Talked?
Mimicking an accent can be difficult. Watch this expert analyze 17 actors who played real-life characters. Did they nail it or not?
4:52
The Most Emotional Performance of 'A Thousand Years'
Watch the Piano Guys completely stun the audience with their rendition of the timeless classic, 'A Thousand Years.'
12 of the Best Lesser-Known Tales from the Arabian Nights
In this article, we explore some of the obscure stories from Arabian Nights that have been overlooked in popular culture.
Animal Embroidery With a Beautiful Twist – 10 Pics
These beautiful animal embroidery photos have a unique twist - they are embellished with little bits of jewelry.
The Ethereal Architecture of Santiago Calatrava: 16 Photos
The architecture of Santiago Calatrava is unmistakably iconic. Let us walk you through 10 of Calatrava’s most recognizable works.
2:25
This Might Be the Most Fun Ballet Video Out There
The Hong Kong Ballet is responsible for one of the most fun ballet videos out there. Don't miss it!
3:17
WATCH: Bocelli Stuns Audience With An Amazing Surprise
Legendary tenor, Andrea Bocelli, does a wonderful job accompanying the lost voice of Edith Piaf in a glorious and totally unique performance.
5:32
The Best Piano Moments From Every Epic Era of Music
The piano has been a staple in music from the time of Mozart to today, and this beautiful piece gives us a glimpse of every eras piano hits
This Makeup Artist Tells Whole Stories Through Eyeshadow
Makeup artist Tal Peleg uses the eyelids as canvases and uses the unusual shape and size to her advantage - the result is detailed and vibrant artworks.
4:27
These Brothers Wow a Nation With Death-Defying Act!
The Giang Brothers might not have won the final of Britain’s Got Talent 2018, but they almost certainly won the hearts of a nation with their death-defying act!
6:21
This Dance Troupe Literally Lit Up the Place!
The group The Blackouts recently reached the semi-finals of the show, soared above the stage, and left all the viewers in awe.
4:18
This Magical Show is So Much Fun!
This dancing duo manage costume changes that are so fast, it beggars belief. Watch this video and see if you can figure out how they do it for yourself.
3:20
Meet the Troupe That Performs Without Sound or Sight
Watch the story of this amazing dance troupe that hasn't let the hindrance of sight or sound stop them from being incredible performers.
Treat Your Eyes to 10 Gorgeous Spanish Paintings!
Spain played a major role in the history of Western art. Here are 10 famous Spanish painters and their masterpieces.
6:30
Watch Two Pianists Perform Mozart's Allegro con Spirito
These two pianists put on a stunning performance on stage.
These Colorful Embroideries Bring Dead Leaves Back to Life
A Brazilian artist named Solange Nunes uses dead leaves as a canvas for embroidery. Check out some of her best works.
8:18
Must See TV: Top 10 Best Shows of 2025
Whether you're looking for your next binge or just want to stay current with the shows everyone's talking about, this top 10 countdown has you covered
MUSIC BOX: This Is Why I'm Always Playing Paul Simon
After leaving Simon and Garfunkel, Paul Simon set upon a career of brilliant solo music. Here are 24 of his best records to date!
6:21
André Rieu In Another Beautiful Operatic Sensation!
In this video, we are treated to an incredible rendition of Caro Nome by an incredibly skilled operatic singer.
10 of the Most Influential Paintings by William Blake
William Blake was one of the most influential poets in history. Did you know that he was also a great painter?
9:36
This Tribal Dance Performance Will Blow Your Socks Off!
This beautiful performance of dance, poetry, and violin pieces perfectly illustrates the turbulent relationship that humans share with the natural world.
How Could Carvings so Intricate & Tiny Have Been Handmade?
These boxwood carvings are among the most mysterious little wonders in art history. Now, finally, science appears to have explained just how they were made.
Feast Your Eyes on 10 Masterpieces by Norman Rockwell
Norman Rockwell was a famous 20th century American painter. Here are 10 of his best paintings.
Want to Paint? Here's a Complete Guide For Taking it Up!
Ever wanted to take up painting as a hobby, but had no clue where to begin? This complete guide to painting and drawing will answer all your questions.
3:13
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!
Artist Uses a Chainsaw to Carve Wood! The Results? Amazing!
Check out this incredible art by Jürgen Lingl-Rebetez - he carves impressive sculptures from wood using a chainsaw!
5:39
WATCH: This Pair Skating Routine Will Give You the Chills
Pair skating is an artful, beautiful sport that takes years of practice to get right. Watch this stunning routine by partners Vanessa James and Morgan Cipres.
5:03
Ludovico Einaudi - A Beautiful Classical Music Performance
Ludovico Einaudi is a contemporary Italian composer and pianist. Listen to a composition from the composer's own collection called Undiscovered...
Have You Read Any of the Greatest Novels of All Times?
In this article we'll discuss 12 books considered to be the greatest of all times, and see what kind of impact they made.
10 Fantastic Claude Monet Paintings to Marvel At!
Claude Monet painted some of the world's greatest Impressionism masterpieces. Here are 10 of his most well-known paintings.
9:06
Does a $1 Million Cello Sound Better Than a Standard One?
Talented cellist Wendy Law plays Bach's Suite No 1 on three differently priced cellos - can you hear the difference?
To enable your Ad-Free Subscription, please fill the fields below
Your subscription was successful, now you can enjoy an ad-free experience!! Note: To make sure you get no ads, please make sure to log in to your account. If you are logged in already, then refresh the page. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
