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Threads of Silence

Threads of Silence

Aisha Khalid’s works invite viewers into a meditative exploration of intricate patterns and profound themes. Employing traditional miniature painting techniques alongside textiles and installations, she weaves geometric designs with botanical motifs, creating a visual language that speaks to gender, power, and cultural identity. Her art, often silent yet resonant, challenges perceptions and encourages introspection, offering a space where beauty and meaning converge. These artworks are showcased at [The Corvi-Mora Gallery,https://www.corvi-mora.com/exhibition/267/].

Duration : 5m
Maturity Level : all

Tides of Light

Tides of Light

Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky, known as the “Painter of the Sea,” devoted his life to capturing the vast moods of the ocean. From tempestuous storms to moonlit calm, his seascapes often painted from memory, radiate drama, light, and movement. In the Slow Art format, his works unfold like symphonic poems: waves shimmer, ships drift, and skies burn with emotion. Aivazovsky’s unmatched technique in depicting water makes each canvas a meditative voyage. His masterpieces reside in museums across Russia, notably the Russian Museum in St. Petersburg and the Aivazovsky National Art Gallery in Feodosia.

Duration : 4m
Maturity Level : all

Village Stillness

Village Stillness

Vasily Polenov’s Russian Village (1889) captures a tranquil rural scene rendered in oil on canvas. With a palette of earthy tones and soft light, the painting invites viewers into a moment of quiet reflection. In the Slow Art format, the viewer can appreciate the meticulous details and the serene atmosphere that Polenov masterfully conveys. This work is housed in the Radishchev Art Museum in Saratov, Russia.

Duration : 3m
Maturity Level : all

Darren Almond & Jacob Kirkegaard

Darren Almond & Jacob Kirkegaard

Interview Beyond the Arctic

Duration : 6m
Maturity Level : all

Palaces in Miniature

Palaces in Miniature

Mughal painting, crafted by various artists between the 16th and 18th centuries, merges Persian elegance with Indian richness. These intricate miniatures, often painted in opaque watercolor and gold, depict royal life, epic tales, flora, fauna, and historical scenes with jewel-like detail. In the Slow Art format, each work becomes a contemplative window into a refined world—palaces glow, animals stir, and moments unfold with meditative precision. The tradition reflects the Mughal court’s passion for beauty, knowledge, and storytelling.

Duration : 8m
Maturity Level : all

Minds in Balance

Minds in Balance

Raphael’s The School of Athens (1509–1511) is a grand fresco celebrating classical philosophy through perfect harmony of form and meaning. Set within an idealized architectural space, ancient thinkers, Plato, Aristotle, Socrates, Pythagoras, and others—engage in timeless dialogue. Each figure is rendered with lifelike grace and individuality. In the Slow Art format, the viewer is invited to linger over gestures, glances, and spatial rhythms that echo intellectual order and human connection. This High Renaissance masterpiece adorns [The Vatican’s Apostolic Palace,https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/stanze-di-raffaello/stanza-della-segnatura/scuola-di-atene.html].

Duration : 3m
Maturity Level : all

Eli Souaiby: De-Construction

Eli Souaiby: De-Construction

A photograph of Beirut from 1945 is fading into overlapping images of construction, destruction, renovation, reconstruction then deconstruction of a city all along with ongoing noises of a never ending ’under construction’ stage. Is the ’chameleon city’ arising throughout its history?

Duration : 4m
Maturity Level : all

Veiled in Marble

Veiled in Marble

The Museo Cappella Sansevero in Naples is a Baroque masterpiece renowned for its intricate sculptures and enigmatic atmosphere. At its heart lies Giuseppe Sanmartino’s Veiled Christ, a marble sculpture so delicately carved that the veil appears translucent, showcasing exceptional artistry. Commissioned in the 18th century by Prince Raimondo di Sangro, the chapel also features other notable works like Disillusion by Francesco Queirolo and Modesty by Antonio Corradini. Beneath the chapel, visitors can explore the "anatomical machines," mysterious exhibits that reflect the prince’s fascination with science and the esoteric. This work can be seen at [The Museo Cappella Sansevero, Naples,https://www.museosansevero.it/news-ed-eventi/eventi/apertura-al-pubblico-della-mostra-haravec-gli-esperimenti-del-principe-di-sansevero-nelle-illustrazioni-di-daniela-pergreffi].

Duration : 7m
Maturity Level : all

Eelco Brand: N.movi

Eelco Brand: N.movi

The oeuvre of Eelco Brand belongs to a pictorial tradition in which landscape and genre scenes play a leading role, but goes beyond the traditional forms of this genre. Realistically looking landscapes are combined with abstract components, absurdity and humour are constantly accompanying the artworks of Eelco Brand.

Duration : 11m
Maturity Level : all

Lisa Weber: Streifen

Lisa Weber: Streifen

Streifen (Stripes) is inspired by the still life painting of the 17th century, the splendid flower and fruit still lifes by Jan Bruegel or Wilhelm Kalf. The motif of transitoriness, vanitas, which is only hinted at in these paintings, is expanded to its full extent by Lisa Weber. The color and shape of the plants and fruits depicted change until they have almost completely passed over time. The period of observation does not correspond to the actual period of withering, time is perceived differently than usual, namely as something that expands horizontally in space. You can literally watch the time go by.

Duration : 9m
Maturity Level : all

The Conqueror’s Gaze

The Conqueror’s Gaze

In this 15th-century watercolor portrait, Sultan Mehmed II known as Mehmed the Conqueror appears in profile, adorned in a voluminous white turban and a richly patterned robe. His serene expression and poised posture convey both authority and introspection. The delicate brushwork and subtle color palette reflect the refined aesthetics of the Ottoman court, blending Eastern and Western artistic influences. In the Slow Art format, viewers can appreciate the intricate details and the contemplative atmosphere of the piece. This artwork is housed in the Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul, Turkey.

Duration : 2m
Maturity Level : all

Sacred Distance

Sacred Distance

Piero della Francesca’s Flagellation of Christ (c. 1455–1460) unfolds with serene geometry and silent tension. In a meticulously balanced space, Christ is scourged in the shadows of a classical hall, while three contemporary figures stand detached in radiant light. The architectural precision and soft palette lend the scene an uncanny stillness. In the Slow Art format, time seems suspended, the viewer is drawn into a meditation on pain, distance, and mystery. This enigmatic Renaissance panel is housed in [The Galleria Nazionale delle Marche, Urbino,https://gndm.it/opere/flagellazione/].

Duration : 3m
Maturity Level : all

Silent Gaze

Silent Gaze

Bathed in soft light, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring (c. 1665) meets the viewer’s gaze with quiet immediacy. Her parted lips, wide eyes, and glistening pearl create an intimate, fleeting moment suspended in time. Against a dark, muted background, the girl’s turban of ultramarine blue and gold adds a touch of mystery and elegance. The Slow Art format reveals the luminous layering of oil paint and the subtle play of shadow, inviting stillness and awe. This masterpiece resides in [The Mauritshuis, The Hague,https://www.mauritshuis.nl/en/our-collection/artworks/670-girl-with-a-pearl-earring].

Duration : 2m
Maturity Level : all

Procession of Shadows

Procession of Shadows

In Edvard Munch’s Anxiety (1894), a procession of pale, hollow-eyed figures advances across a bridge, their faces etched with despair. The swirling sky and blood-red fjord mirror their inner turmoil, echoing the emotional intensity of Munch’s earlier work, The Scream. Rendered in oil on canvas, the painting’s stark contrasts and haunting atmosphere invite viewers to confront the universal human experience of existential dread. This work can be seen at [The Munch Museum, Oslo,https://www.munchmuseet.no/en/object/MM.M.00515].

Duration : 2m
Maturity Level : all

Stillness in Plumage

Stillness in Plumage

In Ustad Mansur’s 1615 Mughal miniature, a Himalayan blue-throated barbet perches serenely on a slender branch. Rendered in opaque watercolor and gold, the bird’s vivid plumage, emerald green, sapphire blue, and crimson, glows against a delicate, neutral backdrop. Mansur, a master of naturalistic detail, captures the barbet with scientific precision and artistic grace. The composition’s stillness invites quiet contemplation, offering a moment of pause and presence. This work can be seen at [Victoria and Albert Museum, London,https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O114116/painting-mansur/].

Duration : 3m
Maturity Level : all

Bill Viola: Cameras are Keepers of the Souls

Bill Viola: Cameras are Keepers of the Souls

American Bill Viola is a pioneer in video art. In this interview, Viola talks about his development as an artist and his most important breakthroughs. Viola now sees the cameras as keepers of the soul, he explains. The medium holds onto life, a kind of understanding of feelings, keeping them alive.

Duration : 28m
Maturity Level : all

Emperor in Reflectio

Emperor in Reflectio

In Babur Reading (circa 1605–1615), the founder of the Mughal Empire is depicted in serene contemplation, seated on a golden throne, engrossed in a manuscript. Painted in opaque watercolor and gold on paper, this idealized portrait reflects the Persianate aesthetic prevalent during the reign of Emperor Jahangir. The composition emphasizes introspection and scholarly pursuit, aligning with Babur’s legacy as both a conqueror and a man of letters. This work can be seen at [The British Museum, London,https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_1921-1011-0-3].

Duration : 3m
Maturity Level : all

Verdant Reverie

Verdant Reverie

Camillo Capelli’s ceiling fresco in the Sala a Fogliami (Foliage Room) of Venice’s Palazzo Grimani envelops viewers in a lush, immersive canopy of Renaissance imagination. Painted circa 1560–1563, the vaulted ceiling blossoms with intertwining branches, fruit-laden trees, and a vibrant array of birds and animals, some depicted in dynamic, even predatory, poses. This botanical fantasia draws inspiration from ancient Roman decorative traditions, reinterpreted through a Renaissance lens to celebrate nature’s abundance and complexity. The surrounding lunettes feature enigmatic grotesques and symbolic rebuses, possibly alluding to the personal trials of the palace’s patron, Giovanni Grimani. This silent, verdant world invites a contemplative gaze, where art and nature entwine in harmonious stillness.

Duration : 2m
Maturity Level : all

Sacred Encounter

Sacred Encounter

In The Presentation of Christ in the Temple (circa 1469), Giovanni Bellini captures a moment of quiet reverence and human intimacy. The Virgin Mary gently offers the infant Jesus to the aged Simeon, while surrounding figures, possibly portraits of Bellini’s own family,observe with solemn grace. Bellini’s composition, inspired by Andrea Mantegna’s earlier work, brings the scene closer to the viewer by replacing the original bronze frame with a parapet, enhancing the emotional immediacy. The absence of halos and the naturalistic portrayal of the figures emphasize the humanity of this sacred event. This tempera on panel painting is housed in the Fondazione Querini Stampalia in Venice. This work can be seen at [The Fondazione Querini Stampalia, Venice, Italy,https://www.querinistampalia.org/en/collezioni/gesu-al-tempio/].

Duration : 1m
Maturity Level : all

Klara Hobza: On Diving through Europe

Klara Hobza: On Diving through Europe

In her grand art endeavor Diving Through Europe, Berlin-based Klara Hobza investigates the boundaries of what is conceivable by diving the European rivers, stretching from the North Sea to the Black Sea in the course of 20-30 years.

Duration : 6m
Maturity Level : all

Silent Geometry

Silent Geometry

View of an Ideal City, attributed to Luciano Laurana and painted after 1470, offers a serene vision of Renaissance harmony. The meticulously arranged piazza, devoid of human presence, features classical structures bathed in soft light, emphasizing balance and proportion. Central to the composition is a domed temple, its entrance aligning perfectly with the vanishing point, guiding the viewer’s eye through the symmetrical space. This architectural utopia reflects the era’s philosophical ideals, where urban design embodies moral and civic virtues. The painting resides in the Galleria Nazionale delle Marche in Urbino, inviting contemplation of a world where order and beauty converge. This work can be seen at [The Galleria Nazionale delle Marche, Urbino,https://gndm.it/en/opere/citta-ideale/]

Duration : 2m
Maturity Level : all

Roni Horn: Saying Water

Roni Horn: Saying Water

Have you ever stood by a river and stared into the black water? In this video acclaimed artist Roni Horn takes us down by the riverside, performing a powerful 40 minute monologue based on her associations with water, including tales of sex and murder. In this video Roni Horn explains how water shows us who we are. How it is ambiguous. And makes us extended. How it can be a dark fluid making us disappear. How it is a soft entrance to not being.

Duration : 39m
Maturity Level : all

Elina Brotherus: The Human Perspective

Elina Brotherus: The Human Perspective

The human body is the focus of the work by the acclaimed Finnish photographer Elina Brotherus, who uses herself as material. In this Louisiana Channel video she presents two video works describing the passing of time reflecting her own life situation. In this video she talks about her work and why she uses herself in her own work. How she was shocked when as a student she saw her first self portrait and it didn’t correspond with her own image of what she looked like. How she today is used to seeing her own portrait. She says she is very interested in the passing of time because of ageing and the fact that she - being a woman at forty - finds herself in an irreversible situation.

Duration : 9m
Maturity Level : all

Veiled Interiors

Veiled Interiors

Eugène Delacroix’s Women of Algiers in Their Apartment (1834) offers a rare, intimate glimpse into a secluded world. Three women recline amid opulent textiles and subdued light, their expressions poised between serenity and detachment. A servant lingers in the shadows, adding depth to the scene. Delacroix, inspired by his 1832 journey to North Africa, blends Romanticism with Orientalist themes, capturing both the allure and complexity of the harem. The painting’s rich palette and intricate details invite viewers into a contemplative space, evoking a sense of quiet observation. This work can be seen at [The Musée du Louvre, Paris,https://www.louvre.fr/en/explore/life-at-the-museum/the-conservation-treatment-of-women-of-algiers-in-their-apartment].

Duration : 3m
Maturity Level : all