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Time, it seems, has a trick up its sleeve. While the clock ticks steadily forward, our perception of time is surprisingly elastic. Moments packed with …

Imagine standing in front of a perfectly symmetrical painting or applying a shade of lipstick that instantly makes you feel radiant. Neuroaesthetics, the fascinating study …

Art isn’t just about what the artist creates—it’s about what the viewer perceives. This idea, known as beholder’s share, reminds us that the meaning of any …

Objects carry weight—not just in form but in meaning. Not long ago, I had the privilege of helping my best friend prepare for her wedding …

Photography was born as a way to record reality, to capture moments exactly as they are. Whether it’s a researcher documenting a rare species or …

In life, as in makeup, light and shadow are inseparable forces. One implies the other; each relies on its counterpart to reveal its true essence. Without shadow, …

Some writers create not just stories but entire worlds that resonate deeply. Rebecca Solnit is one such voice, whose metaphor of the “blue of distance” …