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Art History
The different histories of Expressionism
Aug 3, 2022
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7 minutes read
«Never was there an era more ravaged by despair, horror, death. Never has more sepulchral silence reigned over the world. Never has man been smaller. Never has he been more restless. Never has joy been more absent, and freedom more dead. And here is howling despair: man cries out for his soul, a single cry of anguish rises from our time. Art, too, screams in the darkness, calls for rescue, invokes the spirit: it is Expressionism».
Artist Portraits
Ayman Baalbaki: Between Memory and Chaos Expressionism
Feb 12, 2025
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7 minutes read
Ayman Baalbaki is a contemporary Lebanese painter whose artistic universe combines passion, memory and commitment, exploring the dimensions of conflict and identity through expressive and textured works. His paintings, imbued with poetry and love for his country, capture the scars of war, urban reconstruction and the resilience of peoples, making him a key figure in contemporary Middle Eastern art.
Art History
Pollock's dripping in the artworks of Artmajeur's artists
Nov 19, 2021
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6 minutes read
Action Painting, an artistic form of Abstract Expressionism, has valued for the first time in the history of art the phase of creation of the works, that is, the creative act.  The latter is highlighted because it represents the pure expression of the artist's psyche, emotions and vital energies. The "dripping" is a painting technique very dear to the Action Paintig, that Jackson Pollock did not invent, but perfected...
Lifestyle
Artmajeur Magazine N°30
Jun 21, 2024
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1 minutes read
Contemporary art is constantly evolving by integrating various influences, illustrating the diversity of human expressions. Artists like Moctarmast Ly, Andrii Kyrychenko, Elodie Lemerle and Ulla Kuehnle bring unique perspectives through impactful graphic works, explorations of Abstract Expressionism, poetic scenes of Paris and dynamic celebrations of sport.
Artist Portraits
Emilio Scanavino: A Journey Through Creativity and Innovation
Jul 23, 2024
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10 minutes read
Emilio Scanavino was a prominent Italian artist renowned for his unique approach to abstract expressionism. His work is characterized by an intense exploration of form and space, often using bold lines and dramatic contrasts to convey deep emotional and philosophical themes. Scanavino's artistic expression is both dynamic and thought-provoking, making him a significant figure in the contemporary art scene...
Art News
ArtMajeur Magazine No. 33
Mar 28, 2025
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2 minutes read
Art is constantly evolving, blending past influences with contemporary visions in a play of colors, textures, and emotions. From the vibrant energy of Popcorn Yellow to Laurence Jenk 's playful sculptures, Preston M. Smith 's dynamic compositions, and Isabelle Pelletane 's poetic abstractions, each work invites us to explore new artistic horizons.
Artist Portraits
Artist Biography: Jean-Michel Basquiat
Jun 18, 2024
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14 minutes read
Jean-Michel Basquiat, born in 1960 in Brooklyn, New York, rose to prominence in the 1980s Neo-expressionism movement through his SAMO graffiti and solo exhibitions. His vibrant, symbolic art explored themes of race, class, and societal structures. Despite his death in 1988 at age 27, Basquiat's extensive body of work continues to be celebrated and cements his legacy as an iconic figure in modern art.
Artist Portraits
Evgeny Chubarov: A Journey from Figurative Art to Monumental Abstraction
Sep 18, 2024
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5 minutes read
Evgeny Chubarov (1934–2012) was a Russian painter and sculptor, renowned for his transition from figurative art to pure abstraction, which he developed over decades while working in Moscow, Berlin, and New York. His dynamic compositions, filled with bold lines and intense brushstrokes, challenge traditional artistic norms and reflect his deep engagement with the expressive potential of abstract art.
Art History
Edvard Munch
Mar 13, 2023
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11 minutes read
Edvard Munch was a Norwegian painter and printmaker. His most famous piece, The Scream (1893), has grown to become one of the most recognizable paintings in Western art. Munch was part of the Symbolist movement and is known for his emotionally charged and psychologically complex works. His art often explored themes of love, death, and human vulnerability, and he was deeply influenced by his own experiences of loss and grief.
Art History
The Scream
Mar 17, 2023
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6 minutes read
The Scream is a famous painting by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. The painting is universally recognized as an iconic illustration of existential fear and human anxiety. The distressed figure in the artwork has been read as a metaphor for the modern person's sense of loneliness and despair in the face of a heartless and uncaring universe.

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