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MIART 2025: Celebrating Art, Connection, and Rauschenberg’s Vision

Mar 11, 2025

7 minutes read

From April 4 to 6, 2025, Allianz MiCo will become the beating heart of contemporary art with the 29th edition of miart, Milan’s international fair dedicated to modern and contemporary art. This year, the event draws inspiration from the figure and legacy of Robert Rauschenberg...

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Philippe Rude, the inspiration that comes from the joyful quality of boredom

Dec 3, 2022

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Philippe Rude is a ceramic sculptor from northern France who, since 2014, has been committed to giving shape to his intuitive emotions and feelings....

Art History

Spring (Primavera) by Giuseppe Arcimboldo

Mar 17, 2023

7 minutes read

Arcimboldo's Spring is one of his most famous composite portraits, which he painted as part of a series of four portraits representing the seasons...

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Rudi Cotroneo, absent protagonists

Mar 15, 2023

7 minutes read

"Everything started with me when I saw in London in a museum store a book by the artist Richard Hamilton. It was the work "Interior IV"."

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The Impact of Nadia and Rajeeb Samdani on Bangladesh's Contemporary Art Scene

Nov 29, 2023

7 minutes read

Nadia and Rajeeb Samdani are influential Bangladeshi art collectors, and founders of the Samdani Art Foundation. Renowned for their extensive art collection, they have significantly shaped Bangladesh's contemporary art scene through initiatives like the Dhaka Art Summit and innovative art spaces like the Srihatta-Samdani Art Centre and Sculpture Park.

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Eric Lespinasse: For a long time, I kept my creations to myself

Dec 16, 2023

7 minutes read

My encounter with the artistic world began at a very young age. My brother, ten years older than me, a photographer, needed a model to create his creations and from the age of 7, he made me take strange poses and modified his photos during his film development...

Art History

Dragon Boat Festival: A Canvas of Tradition and Artistry

May 17, 2024

7 minutes read

The Dragon Boat Festival, or Duanwu Jie (端午節), is a traditional holiday observed on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, blending ancient customs and communal festivities. Rooted in the tale of Qu Yuan, a poet and minister from the Chu state during the Warring States Period, it symbolizes resilience and unity.

Art History

The Art and Tradition of Tanabata

May 21, 2024

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Tanabata, or the Star Festival, celebrates the annual meeting of deities Orihime and Hikoboshi, marked by vibrant traditions and artistic expressions across Japan. Originating from the Chinese Qixi Festival, Tanabata involves writing wishes on colorful tanzaku paper strips and displaying them on bamboo branches. The festival features major celebrations, including the renowned Sendai Tanabata Festival, highlighting its enduring cultural significance.

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The Art of Karl Lagasse: From 'One Dollar' to Iconic Film Festival Trophies

Aug 19, 2024

7 minutes read

Karl Lagasse, born April 4, 1981, in Paris, is a renowned French artist celebrated for his innovative work across sculpture, painting, installation, and photography, notably recognized for his "One Dollar" sculptures and his design of the Deauville American Film Festival trophy.

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Sergej Jensen: Minimalist Fabric Art & Abstraction

Oct 16, 2024

7 minutes read

Sergej Jensen is a Danish contemporary artist known for his minimalist, abstract works that incorporate unconventional materials like burlap, canvas, and textiles. His art emphasizes texture and surface, often using techniques like sewing and staining to create raw, distressed compositions that challenge traditional painting methods.

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Chris Ofili: A Journey of Art, Controversy, and Global Recognition

Feb 17, 2025

7 minutes read

Christopher Ofili, CBE (born 10 October 1968), is a British painter renowned for incorporating elephant dung into his artworks. A prominent figure in the Young British Artists group, he won the Turner Prize in 1998...

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Néjib Belkhodja: The Architect of Maghreb Abstraction

Mar 4, 2025

7 minutes read

Néjib Belkhodja (1933-2007) is a Tunisian painter and architect whose work fuses geometric abstraction and architectural references, illustrating a modernity anchored in Maghreb heritage.

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World Art Day: A Global Celebration of Art

Apr 2, 2025

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World Art Day 2025, established by the International Association of Art (IAA) in honor of Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday, celebrates the transformative power of art across the globe. This year’s event highlights emerging technologies, cultural exchange, and the role of art in education, while honoring both traditional and innovative artistic expressions.

Art History

Realism and Surrealism: The Human Being Between Reality and Dream

Apr 22, 2025

7 minutes read

Realism, rooted in the 19th century, depicts the human body in real and often harsh contexts, emphasizing social injustices, as seen in Daumier’s Rue Transnonain. In contrast, 20th-century Surrealism, influenced by Freud’s psychoanalysis, uses dreams and the unconscious to transform the human body into a symbol of desires and fears...

Art History

Senecio (1922) by Paul Klee

Mar 29, 2023

11 minutes read

"Senecio" is a painting created by Paul Klee in 1922. It is a portrait of a face, created using geometric shapes and bold colors...

Art History

Saturn Devouring His Son by Francisco Goya

Apr 7, 2023

12 minutes read

"Saturn Devouring His Son" is a painting by Francisco Goya that is part of his series of murals known as the Black Paintings...

Art History

Top 10: Abstract Paintings

Dec 16, 2023

11 minutes read

Just to provide the reader with a "when" and "where": abstract art, an avant-garde art movement, was born in the early 20th century in Germany, spreading to various regions of the country that were quite distant from each other, where...

Art History

Exploring Innovation: 10 Asian Artists Not to Miss on Artmajeur

Jun 18, 2024

11 minutes read

It's time to immerse yourself in the creations of both emerging and established artists on Artmajeur, who are continuing to redefine what it means to be an Asian artist in the contemporary scene with their particularly innovative styles...

Art History

Asalha Puja and Art: A Harmonious Celebration of Dharma

Jun 17, 2024

12 minutes read

The Asalha Puja, an important Buddhist celebration marking the Buddha's first sermon, is enriched by various forms of artistic expression such as paintings, frescoes and sculptures, incorporating both traditional and modern techniques.

Art History

The Artmajeur Olympics: A Journey Between Art and Sport

Jul 23, 2024

11 minutes read

On the occasion of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Artmajeur has decided to create a parallel and shorter event, called, with little imagination, the Artmajeur Olympics. This event celebrates not only sports, but also art...

Art History

Abstract art explained simply: Germany, France, America and Holland

Dec 3, 2024

12 minutes read

"Abstract art is like drawing what you feel or imagine, without having to show something real. There are no recognizable houses or people, but shapes and colors that tell emotions or ideas. It's a bit like saying, 'I’m not showing you a tree, but what the idea of a tree makes me feel.'"...

Art History

Perfect works for lovers of art, animals, music and travel

Dec 17, 2024

11 minutes read

Discover how an art enthusiast can turn their space into a personal museum, an animal lover into a sanctuary of connection with nature, a music devotee into an environment that resonates with their melodies, and a traveler into a safe harbor for their memories and dreams. A journey through passions and design to inspire your ideal space...

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The Artistic Vision of Karin Kneffel

Jan 29, 2025

11 minutes read

Born in 1957 in Marl, Germany, Kneffel pursued studies at the University of Münster and the Comprehensive University of Duisburg before transitioning to the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. There, between 1981 and 1987, she studied under Johannes Brus, Norbert Tadeusz, and Gerhard Richter, eventually becoming a master student of Richter...

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Decay, Transgression, and the Silent Withdrawal: The Art of Gu Dexin

Apr 22, 2025

11 minutes read

Gu Dexin is a pivotal figure in China’s contemporary art scene and a leading voice among the country’s first generation of avant-garde artists, active since the late 1980s. He was among the earliest Chinese artists to present his work internationally and has since gained global acclaim and recognition.

Lifestyle

Tobey Maguire: Spider-Man is a collector!

Oct 10, 2023

16 minutes read

Tobey, a close companion of Leo, is well-acquainted with the art scene as well. He has been spotted attending the New York Armory Show and Art Basel Miami...

Artist Portraits

Wolfgang Tillmans: Capturing Subculture Through Photography

Nov 4, 2024

16 minutes read

Wolfgang Tillmans, born in 1968 in Germany, is an influential photographer known for his diverse work that explores everyday surroundings and the photographic medium. He was the first non-British photographer to win the Turner Prize and has had major retrospectives at prominent institutions like the Museum of Modern Art and Tate Modern...

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Yancho Sabev: I've been captivated by the multifaceted beauty of the world

Jan 21, 2025

16 minutes read

"My journey began as a response to the silent poetry of the world, sparked by fleeting moments and the endless emotions they carried. It was in the relation of light and shadow, the interplay of colors and contrasts, I hope, that I found the means to transcribe the intangible into tangible expressions of beauty and meaning."

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Madeline Berger, the choice of watercolor

Jan 25, 2023

3 minutes read

"My first paintings were painted in acrylic, but I didn't like the plastic and opaque aspect. The choice of watercolor came later"....

Art News

New York exhibition shows influence of French decorative arts on Walt Disney creations

Dec 22, 2021

3 minutes read

The famed film-maker was inspired by French decorative arts, according to an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

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Art and management : a promising convergence

Oct 25, 2017

3 minutes read

Art, a mode of expression of a subjectivity, at first glance seems disconnected from the notions of organization, profit or profitability and the methods of rational management employed in the management of a company.

Artist Portraits

Val Escoubet, the monochrome that remains perceptible

Nov 19, 2022

3 minutes read

The artistic environment in which Val Escoubet grew up was the breeding ground for his passion for art. She always had pencils and colors at her disposal...

Artist Portraits

Allias, the inspiration that comes from the street

Jul 13, 2022

3 minutes read

“My work reflects my experiences and my vision of the world. In my works, I want to translate the richness of our cultures, the spontaneity and the gesture in painting. I also want to take a look at our society and invite the viewer to question the contemporary world”.

Art News

80 years after being sold under Nazi occupation, a painting by Kandinsky returns to his heirs

Aug 30, 2021

3 minutes read

Amsterdam has announced that it will return the 1909 painting of Wassily Kandinsky, which hangs in the Stedelijk Museum, to the heirs and descendants of Emanuel Lewenstein (a Jewish sewing-machine trader).

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Andrea Solario's "Madonna and Child Reading" from the Poldi Pezzoli collection has been restored to its former glory, all thanks to Wannenes.

Sep 11, 2023

3 minutes read

"Andrea Solario's "Madonna with the Reading Child," which is part of the collections at the Poldi Pezzoli Museum in Milan, has been restored to its original splendor thanks to the Restoration Club and the contribution of the auction house Wannenes."

Art News

Shocking revelation about Warren Buffet's artist granddaughter!

Sep 26, 2023

3 minutes read

The granddaughter of investment genius Warren Buffett, artist Nicole Buffett, was estranged from the family fortune despite fond childhood memories. However, a recent connection through NFTs might herald a revival in their relationship.

Artist Portraits

Poptonicart: I have always been fascinated by portraits

Dec 5, 2023

3 minutes read

"I originally attended the School of Arts and Crafts, completed several further education courses at international universities and also managed marketing & communications, branding and design departments in international companies for many years."...

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