I like to explore how art changed our world and try to delve deeper into each artistic period. It is not only a work of art that fascinates me but also the lives of artists and their aspirations to bring meaning into the world.
Andy Warhol: Religious Artist for a Secular Society
When I first saw a photo of Andy Warhol he was in a wig and wearing lipstick, I thought what an interesting woman. And he was of course one of the...
Marina Kochetkova 6 August 2022
Hokusai’s Great Wave Explained
You might not know the title of Hokusai’s print, but Under the Wave off Kanagawa is almost instantly recognizable. His Great Wave reveals...
Marina Kochetkova 12 July 2022
Top 10 Most Famous Chinese Paintings
With thousands of years of continuous history, China is one of the world’s oldest civilizations. It is also one of the most culturally unique...
Marina Kochetkova 3 June 2022
The Eighth Wonder of the World: Terracotta Army
When people mention the Terracotta Army, the first thing that comes to mind is the phrase “the eighth wonder of the world”. It is a symbol of...
Marina Kochetkova 18 April 2022
Nefertiti as a Beauty Icon
Nefertiti is a beauty icon and one of the most powerful women who has inspired us throughout centuries. Responding to the rhythms of the age, she...
Marina Kochetkova 8 March 2022
Chinese Traditional Painting: Interesting Stories
Traditional Chinese paintings are known for their distinctive style. When did Chinese painting begin and how to read it? What did it mean for the...
Marina Kochetkova 1 February 2022
Chinese New Year – The Art of Celebration
Imagine a household celebrating the Chinese New Year where children share a home and joyfully play together. They have different kinds of toys to...
Marina Kochetkova 1 February 2022
It’s Tokyo Olympics! The Greatest Moments in the History of Summer Olympic Games
It’s Tokyo Olympics! It’s time when the greatest athletes gather in one place and compete against one other. If transported to the...
Marina Kochetkova 23 July 2021
The Elephant in the Church and Other Curious Stories of Venice
With its maze of narrow streets, bridges, and canals linking its splendid architecture and art, Venice is beautiful. It is worth exploring and a...
Marina Kochetkova 27 May 2021
Celebrating Chinese New Year: Which Ox Would You Choose?
Chinese New Year or the Spring Festival celebrates the beginning of a new year based on the lunisolar calendar. In 2021, the first day of the Chinese...
Marina Kochetkova 12 February 2021
