Philosopher Dan Dennett makes a compelling argument that not only don't we understand our own consciousness, but that half the time our brains are actively fooling us.

The story of how a contaminated reaction in the early 1700s led to the accidental discovery of blue pigment, the first synthetic paint. Chemistry - Reactions - Learning Points. In the 1700s, paints were colored using naturally occurring...

Explore the hidden clues left behind by prehistoric humans in their cave art. Learn about the possible spiritual meanings, challenging journeys, and the theories behind the detailed paintings created thousands of years...

Caitlyn is an Associate Marketing Manager with PPG Industries, a global supplied of paints and specialty materials. She works closely with the Home Depot corporate office to ensure that customers have access to high-quality paint...

We discuss Uccello's 1453 Battle of San Romano, one of the earliest examples of Renaissance perspective, and attempt to gauge the volume of a huge hat.

She's probably the most famous artwork of all time, but what do you know about her? It's time to better know the Mona Lisa.

Artist Georgia O’Keeffe is famous for her paintings of flowers and southwestern desert landscapes. Few know, however, that her sister Ida O’Keeffe was also an artist. Ida’s work is being exhibited at the Dallas Museum of Art. Listen to...

This video teaches viewers how to create a beautiful country road landscape using acrylic paints. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to paint the sky, hills, flowers, trees, and road, as well as adding details and shadows.

The clip looks at the beauty, culture and art locations of the city, Florence was a centre of medieval European trade and finance and one of the wealthiest cities of that era. It is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, and has...

What's the point of making realistic paintings when photography can do the trick? We look at the history of artists recreating the world as we see it and ponder why it's still happening.

Learn all about Leonardo Da Vinci and Rembrandt Van Rijn. Explore the major life events and significant works of Da Vinci and Rembrandt. In a time before photographs, both men were known for and called upon to create individual and...