Did you know that the distance between the United States and Russia is shockingly close? In this video, we journey to the Diomede Islands, a fascinating location that sits just two miles apart from each other. Discover how these remote islands in the Bering Strait highlight the unique geopolitical relationship between two superpowers. Join us as we uncover the history, culture, and natural beauty of the Diomede Islands, also known as Tomorrow Island (Big Diomede) and Yesterday Island (Little Diomede). You’ll learn about the indigenous Yupik tribes, the strategic significance of these islands, and the unique challenges faced by their inhabitants. Whether you're interested in geography, international relations, or cultural history, this video offers intriguing insights and stunning visuals that illustrate how close yet distinct the US and Russia truly are. Tune in for a captivating exploration that challenges your perceptions of distance and borders! #DiomedeIslands #USandRussia #Geopolitics #BeringStrait #CulturalExploration #InternationalRelations #YupikCulture #TravelDocumentary
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Step into the vivid world of Woodblock New Year Prints (木版年画) — a traditional Chinese folk art once used to celebrate the Lunar New Year with colour, luck, and meaning. These hand-carved, brightly printed works were not just art; they were symbols of protection, prosperity, and storytelling, passed down through generations.
Now, in New Zealand’s multicultural and artistic landscape, this ancient practice is being reinterpreted by Kiwi artists, educators, and cultural communities. From printmaking studios in Wellington to Lunar New Year festivals in Auckland and Christchurch, woodblock New Year prints are making a comeback — not just as beautiful décor, but as a deeply symbolic cross-cultural dialogue.
With rising interest in heritage art, slow print techniques, and East Asian aesthetics, Aotearoa is embracing 木版年画 in ways both traditional and modern. They’re being used in:
Art exhibitions and gallery installations exploring identity and diaspora
School and university programs teaching cultural literacy through hands-on printmaking
Local design markets showcasing sustainable, hand-crafted giftware
Collaborations between Māori and Chinese artists focused on whakapapa and pattern-based storytelling
This resurgence is more than nostalgic — it’s a statement. A statement that even in a digital world, people still crave human touch, cultural richness, and ritual connection.
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#woodblockprintnz #chinesenewyearnz #lunarnewyearartnz #heritagecraftnz #culturalartnz #multiculturalnz #printmakingnz #folkartnz #nzasianart #slowartnz #traditionalprintnz
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Grafica (C) 2025 Mirko Persico
Autore: Mirko Persico
Compositore: Mirko Persico
Interprete: Mirko Persico
Esecutore: Mirko Persico
Registrato nel mese di Gennaio 2021 presso il Folinello.
(P) 2021 Mirko Persico (C) Mirko Persico
Codice ISRC della traccia: ITJID2500091
Codice ISWC dell'opera: T-333.275.226-4
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Black Monkey Reunites With His Old Friend 🐒
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