J. Paul Getty Museum

Extending Learning Outside the Classroom: Daring Greatly with Self-Portraiture

L.A. 10th graders explore self-expression through photography and writing

A food historian recreates a dish that Mother Mary may have been served.

Ken Albala | November 30, 2015

“At different times of day you can see hues of red, purple, yellowish green, and an occasional pop of orange.”

Abby Han | November 18, 2015

An extraordinary portrait of a Turkish soldier and his feline sidekick.

Alessandra Nardi | November 17, 2015

Searing images of poverty in 1960s Brazil.

Sarah Zabrodski | November 9, 2015

A manuscript page bursting with art historical mysteries.

Elizabeth Morrison | November 3, 2015

What is this unusual drawing all about?

Ann-Sophie Lehmann | November 2, 2015

From tasty to terrifying, three virtual exhibits explore the wealth of illuminated manuscripts.

Bryan C. Keene | October 31, 2015

What book would you like to see as a museum?

Lyra Kilston | October 30, 2015

A food historian sleuths the reality of medieval bread-baking.

Ken Albala | October 29, 2015

13 gorgeous frames from the Golden Age of French frame-making.

Meet the world’s first spirit photographer, William H. Mumler.

Sarah Waldorf | October 26, 2015