The Angel of the North is a magnificent modern structure in Gateshead, near Newcastle. While the sculptures unusual appearance initially attracted some local controversy, the Angel is now warmly regarded as a landmark of the North East and was chosen as one of the UK’s twelve official ‘Icons of England’. Antony Gormley, creator of the Angel of the North, wanted…
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Making The Perfect Ice Sculpture Mold It S Easier Than You Think
An ice sculpture mold can help you make something that is graceful and beautiful and will amaze your friends when they see the final results. Anyone who has attended a function or social event where one of these has been present can attest to how dramatic they can be and how wonderfully they enhance any table setting or centerpiece. The…
Meditation
Researchers ar beginning to unfold the secrets to speculation –an ancient practice that yields modern-day benefits. In the highlands of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, citizenry looking at liveliness differently. Upon entering the local Buddhist monastery, there is a spectacular sculpture the size of a large oak. The intricate carving of clouds and patterns painted in powerful colors. But as soon as…
Inuit Stone Sculptures From The Arctic North
When most people think about stone sculptures, it’s probably giant pieces of abstract art located outside large buildings or perhaps inside a famous art gallery or museum. Sometimes people think of stone sculptures as the ancient Roman or Greek mythological characters like Apollo, Venus or Zeus. For contemporary fine art, many see stone sculpture only for serious collectors or for…