You'd be hard-pressed to find someone who hasn't at least heard of Albert Einstein, the German genius whose brain gave us theories like E=mc² and whose disheveled hair gave us a lovable image of the "mad" scientist. Einstein might have been born March 14, 1879, but his legacy still lives on today. On his would-be 135th birthday this year, why not celebrate a masterpiece of a mind, with a masterpiece on your walls? There are so many options to choose from.

Quotations

Einstein was known for his profound quotes that connected science and mathematics to a variety of everyday topics, like life and love. The relatability of Einstein's words is what makes wall posters with his quotes on them so popular around the world.

Do you want to remind you and your significant other the great phenomenon of finding someone and loving them? Check out the classy monochromatic "Gravitation is not responsible for people falling in love" poster. Do you find yourself needing motivation or a pick-me-up at your work desk? Consider a "Life is like riding a bicycle--to keep your balance, you must keep moving" poster.

Whatever the situation or room you're in, a quotation piece gets the job done. Even if you don't put one up in your kitchen, it'll be sure to serve up some food for thought that's perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and that midnight snack.

Portraits

You know the saying, "a picture is worth a thousand words." Well, with the evocative photographs and paintings created of his likeness, Albert Einstein is definitely no exception to this!

You can choose from posters of Einstein painted with different patterns, colors, and scientific symbols to get your creative juices flowing, or opt for another relatable piece that shows the scientist riding his bike. And, for the ones who don't take life too seriously, you can add a light-hearted touch to any room with a poster of the famous photograph of Einstein sticking his tongue out.

So, quotations or portraits? The best part is, you don't have to sacrifice one for the other. Just check out our site to get the best of both worlds! You'll be celebrating a great man of science and displaying great art on your walls at the same time--and you don't have to be a theoretical physicist either!

Today I'm going to take the time to explore the work of artist John William Waterhouse. Known for his Pre-Raphaelite style, many of his paintings are the epitome of romance. Here’s a look at his life and adoration for the softer side of life:

John William Waterhouse was born into an artistic family in the spring of 1849. Nicknamed Nino, he entered the world in Italy but later moved to England. It was there that he began his formal art education in the late 1870s. However, he did not stay put. As a young man, he frequently traveled across Europe in search of inspiration. Much of J.W. Waterhouse’s paintings featured remarkable women with ties to myths and legends. He portrayed them with a great sense of realism, strength and tradition.  In addition, he liked to use both oils and watercolors in his representations.

Some of the women featured in his paintings were placed in solitary situations. Examples include The Crystal Ball (1902), The Shrine (1895), Mermaid (1901) Ophelia Lying in the Meadow (1905) and the Lady of Shalott (1888). Other female subjects were displayed in a romantic embrace, frolicking with others, working and engaging in other activities. The list of his works that feature romantic liaisons includes, but is certainly not confined to, La Belle Dame Sans Merci (1893), Echo and Narcissus (1903), Lamia (1905) and Hylas and the Nymphs (1896)

When he wasn’t painting, John William Waterhouse was teaching, traveling and participating in artist communities with his wife Esther Kenworthy. Although not as successful as her beloved husband, she had her own passion for painting. Her list of favorite subject matter included a variety of flora.

Today, prints of John William Waterhouse’s paintings are available through Fulcrum Gallery. So you may want to stop by before Valentine’s Day and check out Waterhouse’s work for yourself.

For years, artists have been painting and photographing cityscapes. One location that tends to be featured often is New York City. So this week, we wanted to look at five artists whose work can quickly bring forth a New York state of mind:

Erin Clark

Who better to capture the essence of New York’s cityscapes than a native like artist Erin Clark? She spent a portion of her life working and living in the Big Apple. Thus, her cityscapes have a realistic vibe that’s hard to find in other artists’ works. Pieces of her framed art that cosmopolitan thinkers may adore are Manhattan Bridge Aura, Flaming Cyclone, Gotham Grandeur, Tribeca Twilight and the Gilded Empire.

 Oleg Lugovasky

Although he wasn’t born there, Russian photographer Oleg Lugovasky has a profound way of capturing Gotham’s cityscapes too. Originally from Tashkent, he currently lives and works in the City that Never Sleeps. His list of notable photos includes Brooklyn Bridge, The Great Bridge, New York City and the Dark Mansion.

Henri Silberman

Keeping with the photography theme, Henri Silberman’s work is certainly worth investigating too. He has a history of photographing the city from ground level and from the sky. Many of his cityscapes are done in black and white. However, there are times when he adds a pop of color into the mix. An example of such is the photograph, Yellow Cab on Brooklyn Bridge. Other cityscapes to check out at your leisure are Radio City Music Hall Crossing, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral NYC, Park Avenue at Night, Empire State Building East View and Gothic Bridge Central Park.

Marti Bofarull

Another artist known for his cityscapes is Spaniard Marti Bofarull. His paintings of the Big Apple tend to feature a soft around the edges look that is sure to appeal to fans of watercolors. The list of NYC scenes that he is known for painting includes a Panoramic View of Manhattan, Under the Brooklyn Bridge, South Manhattan, the Chrysler Building and On Park Avenue.

Ethan Harper

If you prefer the look of vintage advertisements, artist Ethan Harper’s work may be of interest instead. His cityscapes have a feel that’s reminiscent of old time calendar pages, pin ups and advertising posters. Works to consider adding to your city themed display wall are Bull Market, New York Central Line, Small Tour of New York I, Small Urban Icon I and Bridges of New York II.

To learn more about these cityscapes artists and others, please contact us at The Fulcrum Gallery. Our toll-free number is (800) 644-1278.