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Sometimes you feel silly when the expression "7th Art" is uttered next to you, but you don't know what it is. Don't worry, this list will give you more light to establish the 10 universal arts. So you are invited to read that article for being more cultivated.

First Category: The First Four Arts

To understand the classification, it is enough to know that they are classified in a chronological way. Thus the First Art includes architecture, as it was elevated to the rank of art by the Egyptians. Then we have sculptures, the art of Rodin as the second art of which the prehistoric statues like the Lady in the Hood are representatives. The third art consists of the visual arts, namely painting and drawing, highlighted by Van Gogh, Bruegel the Elder, Picasso. Finally, the fourth art is music, ranging from opera to oratorios or to rock and contemporary music.

Second Category: The Next Three Arts

To begin this list, which is closer to our era, we have literature as the fifth art, illustrated by Molière, Tolstoy, Goethe, Cervantes, Jules Verne, Leopold S. Senghor, etc. Then comes the sixth art, which includes the performing arts such as theatre, circus, dance, ballet, etc. With great names such as Russian or French ballet (Nijinsky, Lifar, Nureyev), circus (Barnum, Fratellini) or theatre (Shakespeare, the Illustrious Theatre). To close this category comes the seventh art, the cinema, otherwise known as the big screen, whose great names are the Lumière brothers.

Last Category: The Ultimate Arts

The eighth art includes television (everything that happens on television), photography (of monuments, disasters or art objects) and radio. Then the ninth art is the comic strip, whose great representatives are : Hergé, Franquin, Goscinny, etc. Finally, the tenth art is composed of video games and multimedia (design, computer graphics) and also manga.

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How to store wine at home is a crucial question, so that the wine does not go rancid. Follow our predictions to achieve an ideal conservation.

First Step: Shelf Life, Hygiene and Bottle Size

It is important to know the shelf life of the wine before putting it in the cellar, otherwise the opposite effect of its conservation will occur. To do this, you have to deal with the temperature, as a wine tends to age better in a cellar with a higher temperature. Then, you have to think about hygiene, which is essential for the taste of the wine during its conservation. It is therefore recommended not to place wines near chemical products or fruit or vegetables, as there is a risk of a fungus or insects appearing. To be on the safe side, keep wines away from food so that they do not absorb their odours. The trick is to know that the bigger the bottle, the better the wine will keep and the best way to keep it is in magnums.

Second Step: Atmospheric Conditions, Flat Cellars or Reconditioning

The atmospheric conditions for a cellar are essential, 12 degrees is the ideal storage temperature. Then, think of a place where the sun does not strike, on the contrary, it is advisable to favour dark places to store your wine. Once this is done, you should remember to lay the bottles down to ensure that the cork is watertight and not to touch them too much except to open them. In addition, it is wise to buy flat wine cellars if you do not have a cellar where the same atmospheric conditions as a cellar are recommended. Another solution, much more delicate, is proposed to store wine, its principle consists in replacing the wine corks and levelling them. This step allows for a fairly uniform level of preservation, but requires caution and accuracy.

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Often revealing, drawings are gold mines of information about the psychology that children develop. So how can we interpret their drawings to decipher the information they are letting us know?

Some advice

Firstly, it is advisable not to over-interpret children's drawings, as not every drawing is representative. On the other hand, when the figures or representations become repetitive, then an analysis is necessary. But how can you interpret a drawing if you have no idea of how to interpret it? This is what child psychologists or children's programmes on the internet or television are for. Indeed, when the motif requires an interpretation, the people in charge of the child are asked to find a solution. For example, at nursery schools or early childhood centres, the teacher is obliged to alert the parents if a new element is repeatedly found in the child's drawing. At home, the mother is obliged to inform the father or vice versa and they will show the drawings to psychologists who will find answers with various elements.

The Interpretation Itself

Often, the child from a young age starts with a deformed shape and little by little the shape comes to life, often at this stage the drawings are not finished or represent anomalies. The interpretation is that the design of the shapes around him is forming, but is incomplete so it is recommended following the evolution and if there is a stop, it should be corrected by showing the child. The next fundamental stage is the representation of the family and the house. At this stage, if the child does not draw the house well, it does not mean anything, nor the place of the objects. What matters at this stage is the size of the objects and the size and shapes they give to the parents. Often mum is taller and smiling in the pictures of 2 to 4 year olds and dad is smaller or in a corner a bit far away. It is time to strengthen the father-son relationship to change this.

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The concept of fine art is often little known or only known by those working in the field. Thus, it is legitimate to ask what is fine art, and what are its components?

Notion of the Plastic Arts

The plastic arts are in rivalry with the visual arts and represent the opposite form. Essentially, it is a set of practices which, through palpable forms, represent art in all its forms. We can simply speak here of the materialisation of art in the form of objects made of various materials. Originally, everything related to modelling such as ceramics, sculpture, etc. was called plastic art. This practice dates back to the Middle Ages, but has diversified into modern art and is much more experimental. Those who practise this art are called plastic artists and often use materials such as plastic in all its forms. In addition, making or malleable metals are also the subject of materials of the plastic arts. The recognition of this art is such that the schools of fine arts teach them in France since 1969.

The components of plastic art

The main components of plastic art are taught in high schools or in fine arts schools. They represent selection criteria and are three in number: the plastic component, the theoretical component and the cultural composition. The first component involves the ability to implement the project, but also to see if the project serves as an experiment or proposes creation. The second component, called theoretically, consists of dialoguing with the project, finding its essence, and placing the project in the world of plastic art. The third component is the cultural one, which aims to place one's model in a given culture and to find a relationship with pure sensitivity. These components evolve during professionalisation, but remain the foundation of the plastic arts.

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One of the world's most famous cuisines is found in the east of the Asian continent. Indeed, Chinese cuisine is probably the most varied, but in the middle of all its dishes are the traditional ones. What are they? Read this article for knowing more about chinese gastronomy.

Peking Duck

A traditional dish prepared in the Forbidden City, Peking Duck was a favourite of the Ming and Qing dynasties and eventually became a traditional Chinese dish. This culinary gem has the texture of a glistening roast duck. It is cooked in a traditional oven with low-smoking wood, such as the Jujube tree, whose fragrance is transmitted to the duck. It is served on different dishes and cut up in front of the customers. Peking duck is often eaten with pancakes and sweet soy sauce and green beans.

Imperial Chicken

Also known as Kung Pao chicken, imperial chicken is a reference to Sichuan. Imperial chicken is a diced chicken seasoned with chillies and vegetables. The special feature of this dish is the roasted component of the dish: the peanuts. The mixture is topped with soy sauce and rice wine and sprinkled with ground chilli and Sichuan pepper. The garlic cloves are finely chopped, and the pepper is chopped. There are Western variations, but Sichuan Imperial Chicken is unique, as foreign tourists to China confirm.

Cantonese Rice

As the name suggests, the dish originated in China, but the rice that is the main ingredient may come from another country. The basic ingredient of the dish is what accompanies the rice, making it unique and exclusive to one region. With some shrimps, eggs and small cooked weights, plus white ham, the base of the dish is already taking shape. As for the ingredients, we have parsley, sesame oil, salt, pepper plus the white rice and the Cantonese rice is ready.

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