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Juan de Pareja, as painted in 1650 by Spanish artist Diego Velázquez, the man who enslaved him.

This Was One of the Most Famous Faces of the 17th Century

But we're only starting to learn the facts of artist Juan de Pareja's life.

Amy Crawford May 18, 2023

George Masaveg in front of his creation

Cleveland, Ohio

George Masaveg Art Home

One man's collection of found art, sculpture, and ephemera adorns his two side-by-side homes.

<em>Le Défenseur du temps</em>—<em>The Defender of Time</em>—has been reinstalled in the Quartier de l'Horloge in Paris. Throughout the day, the metal swordsman marks the passage of time by fighting off a dragon, a rooster, and a crab.

Wonder Is Everywhere: The Defender of Time, a Plan to Bomb the Moon, and More From Around the Web

Get a peek into what we’re obsessed with right now.

April White May 12, 2023

Podcast: Butter Sculptures

These works of art are butter than you think.

The Podcast Team May 11, 2023

Invader Ground Zero

Invader Ground Zero

A tribute shrine where the Space Invasion street art movement started.

Until the 1990s, when billboards were banned in Spain, these bulls were painted with the name of Veterano Osborne brandy. The company removed the words and successfully fought to have the enormous bulls considered art.

How These Bull-Shaped Billboards Became Spanish Icons

Once an advertisement for brandy, the Osborne bull is now a symbol of the country.

Ignacio Amigo May 10, 2023

"Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve," Lancaster, CA.

California, Through Your Eyes

Our California Dream Art Show has concluded; the submissions will inspire you to book a trip, pronto.

Sponsored by Visit California

The Drop

Vancouver, British Columbia

'The Drop'

This exaggerated sculpture resembles a well known feature of Vancouver:

Bacalhôa Buddha Eden

Explore a remarkable 35-hectare sculpture garden located an hour outside of Lisbon.

Paint Mines Interpretive Park

9 Hidden Wonders in Eastern Colorado

Roam with dinosaurs, scale the minarets of an actual castle, witness rare birds, and revel at starry skies.

Sponsored by Visit Colorado

8 Out-There Art Destinations in Texas

Plan a road trip around the Lone Star State’s eclectic, exciting, and strange collection of art.

Sponsored by Travel Texas

9 Places to Dive Into Fresh Texas Waters

Take a dip and cool off in the state’s natural springs, bays, and pools.

Sponsored by Travel Texas

Buddy Holly still plays in Lubbock, TX.

7 Ways to Explore Music (and History) in Texas

Open your ears and hit the road for a sound-themed Texas road trip.

Sponsored by Travel Texas

With Bill Cosby long gone, Kamala Harris is now in residence at Ben's Chili Bowl, Washington, DC USA

The Explorer's Guide to U Street Corridor

An often overlooked corner of Washington, DC that’s full of history, public art, and so much incredible food.

Sponsored by Washington.org

The statue at the entrance.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kwai Chai Hong

An interactive back-alley mural project remembers the golden age of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown.

Locomotive 11 was the first car to roll into town once the Florida Southern Rail system was extended to Punta Gorda.

Punta Gorda, Florida

End of the Line Mural

This outdoor mural is one stop on a walking trail that weaves art and history together to tell a tale of local history.

William Shakespeare Statue in Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

William Shakespeare Statue in Budapest

How did an Australian statue of the Bard of Avon end up in the Hungarian capital?

Carabanchel 24

Carabanchel 24

Nicknamed the "Spirit of Paul Klee," this colorful apartment building features an array of multicolored panels.