How do we navigate deep cultural and political divisions? Davidson College President Doug Hicks ’90 shares timeless, ...

Create realistic trees using simple linework, shading, and crosshatching techniques. Step-by-step guidance shows how to build natural tree shapes, add bark texture, and develop depth from light ...

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From the sweet aroma of baked cookies to the festive family gatherings, Shawn Hundertmark’s mom always put the merry in Christmas. When she died 20 years ago, Hundertmark dedicated his yearly ...

Tree farmers and the marketing group that supports them want more Americans to buy live-cut trees. A new Home Depot ad gave them holiday hope. By Kevin Draper Milk had “Got Milk?” Beef had “Beef: It’s ...

With so many varieties sold as Christmas trees, knowing what differentiates a Douglas fir from a Norway spruce is key to shopping for a real tree you’ll love. You’re likely to see more than one ...

Once Thanksgiving is over, the U.S. goes all in on Christmas decorations — and one beloved tradition is the Christmas tree. You can see them through windows in people's homes or taking center stage in ...

The tradition of using evergreen trees and plants for winter celebrations predates Christianity. Ancient cultures like the Romans, Egyptians, and Celts used evergreens to symbolize life and the ...

Last month, Apple announced a Christmas tree drawing competition for British iPad users, with winning designs to be exhibited “alongside trees drawn by established artists and notable figures”. Now, ...

The holidays are in full swing after the lighting ceremony of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, in New York. The Christmas tree is seen before being lit during the ...

This year's tree is a 75-foot Norway spruce from East Greenbush, New York. The Rockefeller Center tree is lit and the holiday season is underway in New York City. Host Reba McEntire, Marc Anthony, ...

The 2025 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony will bring in the holiday spirit. During the show, viewers will get to see the iconic moment that the 2025 Rockefeller Center Christmas ...