Artist Portraits
Alexander Calder, Pioneer of Kinetic Sculpture
Aug 8, 2024
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10 minutes read
Alexander Calder, a pioneer of kinetic sculpture, transformed modern art with his innovative works that incorporated movement and environmental interaction. His legacy endures, inspiring contemporary artists and captivating audiences worldwide, while enriching our understanding of art and artistic interdisciplinarity.
Art History
All about abstraction: the tale of the artists of Artmajeur
May 7, 2024
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13 minutes read
Abstract art is a diverse and fascinating field, moving away from traditional forms to explore colors and shapes that connect deeply with the viewer. You can embark on a journey through the major abstract movements from the early 20th century to the present, illustrating it with the works of Artmajeur's artists...
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Arina Apostolova, the focus on spiritual development
Dec 31, 2022
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6 minutes read
Arina Apostolova started drawing at the age of 16 when she wanted to become an architect in 2006. During her studies at the Academy of Architecture she successfully progressed in all directions, but in painting and drawing classes her work attracted the most attention...
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Victor Vasarely: The Grandfather of Op Art and His Lasting Legacy
Jul 29, 2024
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8 minutes read
Victor Vasarely, a Hungarian-French artist born Győző Vásárhelyi on April 9, 1906, is celebrated as a pioneer and leader in the Op Art movement, known for his innovative use of optical illusions and geometric abstraction, with notable works like Zebra (1937) and a legacy that continues to inspire contemporary art.
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Hurvin Anderson: Exploring Identity and Place Through Art
Sep 20, 2024
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9 minutes read
Hurvin Anderson is a prominent British painter known for his exploration of memory, identity, and cultural history, often focusing on his Jamaican heritage. His work blends abstraction and figuration, depicting spaces that reflect the complexities of diaspora life...
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Lorenza Cavalli: The Narrative of Past Stories
Mar 18, 2025
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7 minutes read
"Rather than becoming an artist, I have always felt that I was born an artist. Undoubtedly, I had to learn how to practice the profession of an artist and navigate the delicate balance between creating works and presenting them to the world—a process that began twenty years ago and is still ongoing...
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Sarah Morris: Abstract Geometric Art & Cinematic Spaces
Nov 7, 2024
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8 minutes read
Sarah Morris is an American contemporary artist famous for her abstract paintings and films that explore urban environments, architecture, and cultural symbols through bold geometric patterns and vibrant color palettes. Her work examines the psychological and social structures of cities, merging elements of modernism, pop culture, and cinematic aesthetics.
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Wade Guyton: Technology Meets Abstract Art
Oct 11, 2024
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7 minutes read
Wade Guyton is an American post-conceptual artist known for his innovative use of digital printing techniques to create abstract, minimalist works. He is recognized for blending technology with traditional art forms, particularly through his use of inkjet printers to produce striking pieces on canvas.
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Mark Grotjahn: A Visionary of Abstract Expression
Sep 30, 2024
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7 minutes read
Mark Grotjahn, an influential American artist born in 1968, is renowned for his bold abstract and geometric paintings. Known for his meticulous exploration of perspective, his work often draws from modernist movements like cubism and minimalism.
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Roberto Matta: Bridging Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism
Jul 17, 2024
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8 minutes read
Roberto Matta, born in 1911 in Santiago, Chile, became a pivotal figure in 20th-century art through his mastery of abstract expressionism and surrealism, transitioning from architecture to painting and earning international acclaim for his innovative techniques and profound exploration of cosmic themes, influencing artists globally until his death in 2002.
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Hyun Ae Kang: Bridging Cultures Through Abstract Art
Jul 29, 2024
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8 minutes read
Hyun Ae Kang is a South Korean contemporary artist renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings that blend traditional Korean spiritual themes with Western abstract expressionism. Her work is characterized by a bold use of color and texture, setting her apart from the monochromatic style of the Dansaekhwa movement.
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The Art and Influence of Ladislas Kijno
Aug 16, 2024
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5 minutes read
Ladislas Kijno was a pioneering French painter known for his innovative contributions to abstract and informal art, deeply influenced by his philosophical exploration of gesture, movement, and color.
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Beatriz Milhazes: Vibrant Abstractions and the Fusion of Brazilian Culture and Modernism
Nov 4, 2024
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8 minutes read
Beatriz Milhazes is a Brazilian contemporary artist celebrated for her vibrant, colorful abstractions that merge Brazilian cultural motifs with modernist influences. Her work, characterized by intricate patterns, floral designs, and layered compositions, captures a dynamic fusion of global and local aesthetics.
Art History
Paul Klee
Mar 28, 2023
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15 minutes read
Klee was known for his pioneering use of color, which he used to express emotion and mood within his compositions. He was particularly interested in the properties of color and its ability to create harmony and balance within a work of art...
Art History
Piet Mondrian
Apr 6, 2023
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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.
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Victor Vasarely
Jun 7, 2023
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9 minutes read
Victor Vasarely, originally named Győző Vásárhelyi, was a Hungarian visual artist born on April 9, 1906, in Pécs, Austria-Hungary. He later became a French citizen in 1961. Regarded as the father of optical art, he passed away on March 15, 1997, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, France...
Art History
Temples, Murals, and the Onam Artistic Renaissance
Jun 7, 2024
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14 minutes read
Onam is a vibrant harvest festival celebrated in Kerala, India, commemorating the return of King Mahabali. It is represented in arts through various forms such as Pookalam (floral rangoli), Kathakali dance-drama, mural paintings, and traditional crafts, showcasing the festival's cultural significance and mythological themes.
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The Kiss by Gustav Klimt
Mar 24, 2023
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8 minutes read
"The Kiss" is a famous painting created by Austrian Symbolist painter Gustav Klimt in 1908. It depicts a couple locked in an embrace and about to kiss, with the man wrapping his arms around the woman and tilting her head back while she leans into him. The painting is considered one of Klimt's most famous works, and it is widely recognized as an iconic image of romantic love.
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Beyond Painting: Abstraction in Other Artistic Media
Aug 13, 2024
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12 minutes read
Abstract art is an artistic current that departs from traditional figurative art, representing a reality that is not objective and not recognizable. My intent is to explain and illustrate how the said language has expressed itself outside the more traditional painting...
Lifestyle
How did the spicy yellow immerse Louise's living room?
Aug 31, 2021
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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.
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Gary Hume: Modern Art Through Everyday Objects
Dec 3, 2024
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8 minutes read
Gary Hume is a British contemporary artist renowned for his minimalist, high-gloss paintings and bold use of color, often blending abstraction and figurative elements. A key figure in the Young British Artists (YBA) movement, he gained prominence with his Door Paintings and continues to explore themes of form, light, and surface in his work.
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Art in stripes: an explanation by Barnett Newman, Sean Scully and Agnes Martin
Nov 20, 2022
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9 minutes read
Referring to the Google dictionary definition provided by Oxford Languages, the term strip stands for "the region of plane between two parallel lines," i.e., that elongated subject, which has often claimed its starring presence predominantly within abstract or minimalist works...
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Joe Bradley: A Brief Introduction
Sep 10, 2024
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6 minutes read
Joe Bradley is an American contemporary artist recognized for his abstract and minimalist approach. His work often features bold, gestural marks and a restrained color palette, creating a visually impactful and distinct aesthetic...
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Brent Wadden: Weaving Modernism into the Threads of Craft
Apr 7, 2025
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8 minutes read
Brent Wadden creates abstract woven works that merge painting, design, craft, and folk art. By mounting his handwoven textiles on canvas, he blurs the boundaries between craft and painting. His use of repetition through warp and weft welcomes imperfections and variations, highlighting subtle disruptions in line, color, and form...
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The Rhythms of Modernity: Piet Mondrian's Artistic Evolution
Jul 3, 2024
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10 minutes read
Piet Mondrian, a Dutch painter, is best known for his pioneering role in abstract art. His work is characterized by a reduction of form and color, focusing on straight lines, geometric shapes, and primary colors...
Art History
Celebrating Pongal: Art as a Bridge Between Tradition and Modernity
Jun 11, 2024
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16 minutes read
Pongal is a traditional harvest festival celebrated primarily in South India, marking the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of the harvest season. It is celebrated in art through various mediums such as paintings, sculptures, dances, and songs, depicting themes of agricultural abundance, gratitude, and communal celebration.
Art History
The Richness and Diversity of Diwali Art
Apr 15, 2024
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11 minutes read
Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a major Hindu festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. In art, Diwali is often depicted through vibrant paintings, intricate rangoli designs, and illuminated sculptures, capturing the joyous spirit and cultural significance of the celebration.
Art History
History of Czech Art
Nov 25, 2023
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7 minutes read
By Czech art history, we mean the entire complex of visual arts that were conceived and subsequently took shape and life in both the Czech Republic itself and in the various states that were part of it in previous centuries, serving as a home to memorable artists who, in the most famous examples, will be explored later.
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Eduardo Kobra: The Vibrant Voice of Urban Art
Aug 2, 2024
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6 minutes read
Eduardo Kobra is a contemporary Brazilian street artist known for his large-scale murals that burst with vibrant colors and intricate details. His work often pays homage to historical figures and events, reimagining them through a kaleidoscopic lens....
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Bernard Frize: The Essence of Process and Color
Sep 19, 2024
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6 minutes read
Bernard Frize is a French abstract painter known for his exploration of the process of painting, focusing on the mechanics of creation rather than the end result. By eliminating personal expression and allowing the medium and technique to take precedence, Frize has crafted a unique style that embraces repetition, chance, and vibrant color...
Lifestyle
Kong Karoon Sosothikul: Between Music, Fashion and Artistic Passion
Aug 9, 2023
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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.
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Luigi Veronesi: An Exploration of Geometric Abstraction and Modern Art
Jul 30, 2024
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5 minutes read
Luigi Veronesi, an influential figure in the realm of geometric abstraction, masterfully combined art with mathematics, music, and photography to create a unique visual language...
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Louise Howard, inspiration that comes from human beings
Oct 12, 2022
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6 minutes read
Louise Howard has always had an innate calling to art. Ever since she can remember, she has always engaged in something creative. But painting has been the one constant throughout that she have always returned to, like an old reliable friend that she feel most comfortable with...
Lifestyle
Feel Like an Artist: Turn Your Memories into Works of Art
Mar 31, 2025
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5 minutes read
Through art people possess the exceptional ability to convey feelings while maintaining recollection and developing original products. The process of expressing your personal memories through art becomes simultaneously satisfying when combined with its deep personal significance regardless of art experience.
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"l/indien": the stripes of Liberty
Nov 23, 2020
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3 minutes read
The Indian considers himself a self-taught artist. And in fact, after this passage to the Fine Arts, he decides to stop his artistic practice. The artist uses the lines as a vector of passing time. The artist of L / Indien, Anne-Dévailloye Texte, is interested in my practice of Street-art: the consumption of art and information to mix the two.
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Mosaic: history, techniques, and contemporary examples
Jan 6, 2024
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7 minutes read
The history of mosaic art begins with the earliest civilizations, such as the Sumerians, Egyptians, and the people of the Minoan-Mycenaean region, who used this technique to adorn their buildings, sarcophagi, and floors...