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Running on Empty: Why Fast & Furious Should Have Parked for Good with Furious 7
A moment near the end of James Wan’s Furious 7 (2015) stands as one of the most unexpected, genuine, and deeply cathartic achievements in modern blockbuster cinema. Brian O'Conner—played with effortless, sun-drenched charisma by the late Paul Walker—plays on a beach with his young family. Dom Toretto watches from afar, trying to leave quietly without saying goodbye.
By Sai Marie Johnson2 months ago in Art
Most Famous Buildings in Riga, Latvia
See the impressive Art Nouveau District with most of the buildings constructed during a period of rapid economic growth from 1904 to 1914. All the buildings have ornate facades, intricate details, and unique sculptures. This area is a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcasing the artistic expression of the early 20th century.
By Rasma Raisters2 months ago in Art
Most Famous Buildings in Vilnius, Lithuania
The Bastion of the Vilnius Defensive Wall is a historical site in Lithuania that showcases the military history of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. It features a museum that highlights the region's weaponry and defense practices, making it a significant cultural attraction. The structure is noted for its unique architecture, blending historical and modern elements. It houses exhibits on weaponry and defense strategies used in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
By Rasma Raisters2 months ago in Art
Most Famous Buildings in Copenhagen
Amalienborg is a building complex that serves as the official residence of the Danish Royal family. The complex includes four similar neoclassical buildings encircling an octagonal square, decorated with an equestrian statue of King Frederick V. He was the founder of Amalienborg, originally built as a home to four noble families, and it became the royal residence in 1794. It was designed by Danish architect Nicolai Eigtved in the mid-18th century.
By Rasma Raisters2 months ago in Art
Barbara Mehlman at Work:
By Brian D’Ambrosio Walk into Santa Fe artist Barbara Mehlman’s studio and you quickly realize you have not entered a conventional workspace. You’ve entered a mind in motion.
By Brian D'Ambrosio 2 months ago in Art
Most Famous Buildings in Helsinki
The Design Museum is a treasure trove of Finnish design history. The building was designed by Finnish architect Gustaf Nystrom in 1894 and showcases a romantic architectural style. It has been a significant cultural site since its founding in 1873. It showcases artworks by renowned designers like Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, and Kaj Franck.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
The Most Famous Buildings in Stockholm
Adolf Fredrik Church is a prominent 18th-century landmark in central Stockholm, known for its elegant Gustavian and Rococo design and its role in Swedish history. The churchyard is the resting place of Prime Minister Olof Palme and other notable figures. It was designed by architect Carl Fredrik Adelcrantz and inaugurated in 1774. The church has a Greek cross plan, white plastered walls, copper roofs, and a dark dome.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
Reaching for the Sky
Dubai, United Arab Emirates Currently the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa is located in Dubai. It was designed by Adrian Smith of the Chicago-based architectural firm Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill. On January 4, 2010, it was formally inaugurated. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Maktoum, the president of both Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates, is the source of the name Khalifa. The building is located in a high-rise building sector along Sheikh Zayed Road in Downtown Dubai. There are three observation decks for tourists. Burj Khalifa has over 900 private apartments, a hotel, and the highest observation deck in the world, offering eateries and breathtaking views over Dubai.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
Most Famous Buildings in Oslo
Situated on the waterfront, Akershus Fortress is a medieval castle dating back to 1299. It was built under King Hakon V to protect the city and serves as a royal residence. The fortress is situated at the end of the headland and has withstood many sieges over the centuries. Inside the fortress is a royal mausoleum and various historic buildings.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
ART WITHOUT WALLS
The dust of creative war has settled; in the clear emerges the artistry of man Words from the poets' hearts cry out Hands of the potter take clay spinning hastily to their vision
By QC (A.K.A Soul Writer)3 months ago in Art
The Pencil I Refuse to Throw Away
I stood in the hallway of the architecture department for ten minutes, holding a spent technical pen in my hand. 0.3 mm, the ink dried, the tip clogged. I had tried burning it with a lighter, but it was beyond saving. The fluorescent lights in the hallway cast a harsh white, making the tracing paper on the drafting tables take on a bluish grey. It was the second semester of my freshman year; I had been auditing architecture courses for over a month. I had learned a phrase (“graphic presentation”) and another: “self-doubt.”
By Jin3 months ago in Art
The Great Niko Pirosmani
I've been working on this story for several months, and it's going to be long but I just wanted to put a lot of things about Pirosmani in one place. You can read it in parts or come back to it, whatever is more convenient. But if you are into art, this is going to be a treat.
By Lana V Lynx3 months ago in Art