Art History
Top ten fashion photographers
Sep 30, 2023
|
12 minutes read
This article is dedicated to all those who want to know about photography but are too lazy to commit to study. This article is made for all those who are bored of reading Wikipedia, because beyond the list of dates or a rather cold interpretation, they urgently need to be stimulated, entertained and accompanied in learning...
Lifestyle
Kanye West: music, fashion, and art
Sep 29, 2023
|
14 minutes read
Ye (born Kanye Omari West; June 8, 1977) stands as an American luminary in the realms of rap, vocals, songcraft, music production, and the world of fashion. Hailing from Atlanta but nurtured by the vibrant streets of Chicago...
Lifestyle
Lenny Kravitz: Music, Fashion, Art, and Design
Sep 5, 2023
|
7 minutes read
Lenny Kravitz, a celebrated American musician famous for his eclectic music and unique style, is not only a music icon but also a passionate art collector and designer.
Art History
Art and fashion: what happens when two creative worlds meet?
Apr 3, 2022
|
5 minutes read
Often only the way in which the fashion world has welcomed and acquired timeless artists and masterpieces has been highlighted. In reality, however, these two worlds have influenced each other, as demonstrated by the latest trends in contemporary art...
Artist Portraits
René Gruau: The Iconic Fashion Illustrator of the 20th Century
Aug 16, 2024
|
5 minutes read
René Gruau was a renowned fashion illustrator known for his striking, minimalistic style and elegant use of bold lines and vibrant colors. He significantly influenced mid-20th-century fashion through his work with major fashion houses such as Dior, Balenciaga, and Lanvin, and his illustrations became synonymous with the glamorous and sophisticated aesthetics of haute couture.
Lifestyle
Kong Karoon Sosothikul: Between Music, Fashion and Artistic Passion
Aug 9, 2023
|
7 minutes read
Kong Karoon Sosothikul, Thai actor and singer, embodies a fusion of music, fashion and artistic passion. Having become famous in the field of entertainment, he shares his love for contemporary art through the EchoOne Nanzuka initiative, linking his fame to a creative and enriching platform.
Lifestyle
Tom Ford's Universe: From Fashion and Film to Art and Collecting
Sep 9, 2023
|
5 minutes read
Tom Ford is a globally renowned fashion designer known for his luxury clothing. In addition to his fashion career, he is also a filmmaker and passionate art collector, celebrated for his discerning taste in the art world.
Lifestyle
Lady Gaga's Fusion of Music, Fashion, and Avant-Garde in Her Art Collection
Sep 18, 2023
|
6 minutes read
Lady Gaga is a renowned American singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion icon, celebrated for her unique music and eccentric style. Lady Gaga also engages in art collecting, showcasing her enthusiasm for visual arts and her active participation in diverse forms of artistic expression.
Art News
Virgil Abloh, who fused high fashion, art and streetwear, has died aged 41
Nov 30, 2021
|
4 minutes read
Virgil Abloh was the first African-American to lead a major fashion house. He was artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear while continuing to design his own streetwear label, Off-White. His family revealed he had been battling cardiac angiosarcoma since 2019.
Art News
A painting of the fashion designer Virgil Abloh sold for $ 1 million
Dec 14, 2021
|
2 minutes read
A painting of Virgil Abloh sells for $1 million at Art Basel Miami. The artist, Rob Prior, painted the portrait in real-time. Daniel Petit, a real estate executive, bought the artwork.
Art News
Melania Trump launches NFT artwork series, proceeds of which will support youth charity
Dec 20, 2021
|
3 minutes read
Melania Trump, the 45th First Lady of the United States, announced the development of a platform for Non Fungible Tokens (NFTs), as well as "Melania's Vision," a digital artwork and audio file that will be the first in a series of limited edition NFTs. Mrs. Trump will use a portion of the revenues to benefit youngsters in the foster care system.
Lifestyle
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen: Art is everywhere!
Nov 2, 2023
|
8 minutes read
It's common knowledge that the beloved twins have made significant waves in the fashion industry – (have you heard about their powerhouse brand, The Row?) – but were you aware of their involvement in the art world?
Artist Portraits
Benjamin Shine: Sculpting Light and Form with Tulle
Aug 9, 2024
|
4 minutes read
Benjamin Shine is a contemporary British artist known for his innovative use of tulle fabric to create intricate, ethereal portraits and sculptures. His work explores themes of light, form, and the interplay between material and immaterial, often blurring the lines between painting and sculpture.
Lifestyle
Dior's Parisian Runway Shines with Isabella Ducrot's Textile Artistry
Jan 26, 2024
|
2 minutes read
Isabella Ducrot, a renowned textile artist, brought her unique fabric art to Dior's latest Paris fashion show. Her collaboration with Dior's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri added a touch of historical textile elegance to the contemporary runway.
Art History
David LaChapelle
Jul 5, 2023
|
11 minutes read
David LaChapelle is an American photographer and director known for his distinctive and surreal style of photography. He gained fame for his work in fashion, celebrity portraiture, and commercial advertising, producing iconic and visually striking images that often blur the lines between fine art and commercial photography.
Lifestyle
Miuccia Prada: the collection of Fondazione Prada
Sep 13, 2023
|
10 minutes read
Miuccia Prada is most renowned for her iconic fashion label bearing her name, but she has also left a significant imprint on the Italian art scene...
Lifestyle
Sofia Coppola: A Cinematic Visionary and Art Enthusiast
Sep 14, 2023
|
6 minutes read
Sofia Coppola is an accomplished American filmmaker known for her unique cinematic style and award-winning films like "Lost in Translation." She is also recognized as an art lover, with a keen appreciation for visual aesthetics that often permeate her work.
Lifestyle
Victoria & David Beckham: a collection that includes Sam Taylor Wood, Banksy, and Tracey Emin
Oct 4, 2023
|
9 minutes read
When the Beckham family name is rumored to be valued at more than $1 billion, one can't help but wonder about the type of art that this family embraces...
Lifestyle
Madonna: art lover and a supporter of contemporary art
Aug 24, 2023
|
10 minutes read
Madonna is a globally renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress who has left an indelible mark on the music and entertainment industry. Beyond her musical career, she is also recognized as an avid art collector, amassing a valuable and diverse collection of artworks spanning various styles and mediums.
Artist Portraits
Mr. Brainwash: The Rise of a Street Art Phenomenon
Jul 2, 2024
|
8 minutes read
Mr. Brainwash is a contemporary street artist known for his provocative and often satirical artworks that blend elements of pop culture and street art. He gained widespread recognition through his association with Banksy and the documentary film "Exit Through the Gift Shop."
Art History
The history of Spanish art
Aug 7, 2022
|
7 minutes read
Over the centuries Spain has given birth to some of the world's greatest architects, painters, sculptors and photographers. This richness is due, both to the autonomous Spanish creative flair and to the influence exerted on the Iberian Peninsula by the most important European figurative currents...
Invest in Art
New artists to discover and follow - March 2020
Mar 24, 2020
|
2 minutes read
NEW ARTISTS TO DISCOVER AND FOLLOW, Week of March 9 to 20, 2020
Lifestyle
Bernard Arnault: A Connoisseur's Passion for Art and Luxury
Sep 21, 2023
|
6 minutes read
Bernard Arnault is a French billionaire businessman, known for his leadership in the luxury goods industry as the chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE, the world's largest luxury goods company. He is also recognized for his significant art collection and philanthropic contributions to the arts and culture.
Artist Portraits
Olivier Messas, I have always been creative
Sep 15, 2023
|
7 minutes read
“I have always been creative, ever since my early childhood when I was happy with a box of markers and a few blank sheets of paper.”
Art History
Pop art and brands - brands and Pop art
Apr 30, 2023
|
7 minutes read
"Pop art is industrial painting. I think the significance of my work is that it is industrial, that's what the whole world will become soon. Europe will be the same way, soon, it will no longer be American, it will be universal."
Lifestyle
P. Diddy, from Hip-Hop to Record-Breaking Art Collection
Aug 8, 2023
|
6 minutes read
"Past Times" is set to become a notable addition to the extensive collection of contemporary art amassed by the entrepreneur who transitioned from the world of rap...
Art History
Art that celebrates beach life
Jun 8, 2022
|
7 minutes read
It is surely impossible to list and describe all the many works, including painting, photography, and performance, that have immortalized beach life and, consequently, also the changes in the sea motions and customs of bathers over time. Nonetheless, John Constable's Brighton Beach (1824) and Edvard Munch's Man at the Bath (1916) are certainly noteworthy, though oftentimes little known...
Art News
A jury found that the NFTs of "MetaBirkins" by artist Mason Rothschild violate the rights of the Hermès brand
Feb 9, 2023
|
4 minutes read
A New York jury rules against Mason Rothschild for selling digital copies of the famous bags from the fashion house.
Lifestyle
Adrian Cheng: the visionary behind K11
Feb 5, 2024
|
9 minutes read
Adrian Cheng is recognized as the visionary behind K11, an enterprise that encompasses a diverse range of commercial, cultural, and residential projects...
Art History
Gustav Klimt
Mar 21, 2023
|
11 minutes read
Gustav Klimt was an Austrian painter who was widely recognized as one of the most innovative and influential artists of the 20th century, known for his highly decorative and ornate style, use of gold leaf, and sensual subject matter. He was one of the leading figures of the Viennese Secession, a movement that sought to break away from traditional academic art and create a new, modern style.
Artist Portraits
Olha Baryshnikova - Testimonies of Ukrainian artists during the war
Feb 9, 2023
|
5 minutes read
Like the rest of Ukraine, Ukrainian artists have been impacted by the war. Artmajeur here gives them the opportunity to talk about their daily lives. Today, discover the testimony of the artist Olha Baryshnikova from Mariupol (Ukraine).
Art History
Art and Tradition: Exploring Seijin No Hi Through Creative Perspectives
Jun 3, 2024
|
7 minutes read
Coming of Age Day (Seijin no Hi) in Japan, rooted in ancient ceremonies like Genpuku, remains a significant cultural tradition on the second Monday of January, symbolizing the transition to adulthood and reflecting Japan's societal values. Contemporary artworks further enrich the dialogue surrounding Seijin no Hi and its cultural relevance in modern Japan.
Art History
Piet Mondrian
Apr 6, 2023
|
11 minutes read
Piet Mondrian (1872-1944) was a Dutch artist and a pioneer of abstract art. He was closely associated with the De Stijl movement, a Dutch artistic and design movement founded on principles of simplicity and harmony. His signature style, characterized by a grid of vertical and horizontal lines and blocks of primary colors, became the hallmark of the movement.
Artist Portraits
Bunny Yeager: A Legacy of Pin-Up and Photography Innovation
Jul 19, 2024
|
8 minutes read
Bunny Yeager, born Linnea Eleanor Yeager on March 13, 1929, was a groundbreaking American photographer and pin-up model who revolutionized the genre with her collaborations with iconic models, innovative photography, and influential works, leaving a lasting legacy in erotic and fashion photography upon her death on May 25, 2014.
Invest in Art
Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Takashi Murakami
May 23, 2023
|
9 minutes read
In Takashi Murakami's 2003 offset lithographic print titled Jelly Fish (2003) a prominent feature is a jellyfish with large eyes situated on a flowery planet...
Lifestyle
How did the spicy yellow immerse Louise's living room?
Aug 31, 2021
|
2 minutes read
Mustard, vanilla, turmeric or cinnamon, yellow in a spicy version is definitely trendy in 2020. Louise has just changed the sofa and this bold, warm and sunny color inspires her to redecorate her living room.