Discover how Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Franz Marc shaped German Expressionism with bold colour, raw emotion, and revolutionary vision.
Charles Melville Scammon
Charles Melville Scammon (1825–1911) was an American whaleman, naturalist, and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the study of marine mammals, particularly whales. He gained renown for his pioneering efforts in the whaling industry along the Pacific coast of North America during the 19th century. Scammon's most notable achievement was his discovery and documentation of the breeding grounds of the gray whale off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. His work provided valuable insights into the behavior and migration patterns of whales, contributing to the early understanding of these magnificent creatures.
Charles Melville Scammon (1825–1911) was an American whaleman, naturalist, and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the study of marine mammals, particularly whal...
Read more
Charles Melville Scammon (1825–1911) was an American whaleman, naturalist, and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the study of marine mammals, particularly whales. He gained renown for his pioneering efforts in the whaling industry along the Pacific coast of North America during the 19th century. Scammon's most notable achievement was his discovery and documentation of the breeding grounds of the gray whale off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. His work provided valuable insights into the behavior and migration patterns of whales, contributing to the early understanding of these magnificent creatures.
Read less
Sort by:
Humpback & Sharp Headed Finner Whales
California Grey Whales
Sulphurbottom Whale
North Pacific Right Whale
Our top artists
From our blog
From serene soaks to moonlit music, these ten frog prints celebrate humour, stillness, and the unexpected charm of amphibious art.
Explore the raw emotion and radical vision of Egon Schiele through 10 must-see prints that capture his unique blend of distortion, intensity, and artistic brilliance.
Discover five bold and visionary paintings by Marsden Hartley that define his unique place in American modernism.
Explore the breathtaking world of J.M.W. Turner through 10 iconic paintings that capture the drama, light, and movement of British Romanticism.
Explore the debate around Jackson Pollock—visionary artist or overhyped phenomenon? This article dives into his radical techniques, the skyrocketing value of his paintings, and whether his work is genius or just expensive chaos.
Explore Chen Rong’s Nine Dragons, a breathtaking series of ink paintings that bring ancient Chinese mythology to life with bold brushwork and Daoist symbolism.
Discover the context behind the mysterious, spiritual works of Hilma af Klint with these 10 essential facts about her life.