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In the Realm of Joan Miró's Imagination

Jun 20, 2024

10 minutes read

Dive into the mesmerizing world of Joan Miró, where surrealism meets abstraction in a vibrant symphony of colors and shapes. From his early influences to his iconic masterpieces like 'The Tilled Field' and 'The Birth of the World,' Miró's journey unfolds, revealing his unique perspective on the subconscious and the fantastical...

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Vsevolod Salishev: The Artist of Sensual Love

Feb 13, 2025

4 minutes read

Vsevolod Salishev is an erotic artist from St. Petersburg who explores the subtle interaction between the human body and nature through works imbued with sensuality and abstraction. His concept of "double vision" and his suggestive paintings have earned him international recognition, with over 500 works in private collections.

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A Home That Speaks of You: Art as a Mirror of Your Emotions

Jan 21, 2025

9 minutes read

Buying art is not just an aesthetic act, but a deeply personal choice, driven by the desire to surround oneself with what nourishes the soul. We therefore present some types of artworks, each designed to meet the different emotional needs of four types of art lovers...

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Roy Lichtenstein: Icon of Pop Art and Cultural Transformation

Jun 28, 2024

10 minutes read

Roy Lichtenstein was a pivotal American artist known for pioneering the Pop Art movement in the 1960s. His work often featured bold, comic book-inspired imagery rendered with Ben-Day dots, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low culture.

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How to Take Great Photos of your Artworks?

Feb 26, 2021

6 minutes read

Throughout this article, we will therefore answer a seemingly simple yet rather complex question: How do I get quality images of my artwork?

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Alexandra Efimova: I constantly experiment

Feb 9, 2024

6 minutes read

"For me, art is a means of broadcasting my feelings and thoughts, my personal connection with the cosmos and the opportunity to share my impressions with my viewer through symbols and signs."...

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Exploring Geopolitics and Memory: The Art of Francis Alÿs

Sep 3, 2024

6 minutes read

Francis Alÿs, a Belgian-born artist based in Mexico City, has become a pivotal figure in contemporary art, known for his multidisciplinary work that explores urban tensions, geopolitics, and the intersection of politics and poetics through painting, performance, and storytelling.

Art History

Exploring the Influence of Art Movements on Cinema: From Surrealism to Pre-Raphaelites

Mar 4, 2025

6 minutes read

Art movements such as Surrealism, Pre-Raphaelitism, Cubism, and Futurism have profoundly influenced the aesthetic and narrative styles of modern cinema. Filmmakers incorporate elements from these artistic traditions to create visually captivating and thought-provoking films, blending the worlds of visual art and storytelling.

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Luciano Castelli: A Multifaceted and Provocative Artist

Sep 3, 2024

11 minutes read

Luciano Castelli is a Swiss artist renowned for his multidisciplinary creative expression, which encompasses painting, sculpture, photography, and performance art. Castelli stands out for his bold and provocative approach, marked by a continuous exploration of identity and the human body...

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Kara Walker: Artistic Controversies, Career Milestones, and Personal Insights

Apr 2, 2025

12 minutes read

Kara Elizabeth Walker, born on November 26, 1969, is a distinguished American artist known for her multidisciplinary approach which includes painting, silhouette art, printmaking, installations, filmmaking, and teaching...

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Eduardo Kobra: The Vibrant Voice of Urban Art

Aug 2, 2024

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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Under the Eiffel Tower: French Art Movements Explored through Artmajeur

Jun 25, 2024

15 minutes read

France has been the cradle of numerous revolutionary art movements. From the Gothic of the 12th century to the Rococo of the 18th century, these movements have transformed art and architecture. In the 19th century, the Barbizon School and Realism introduced a more realistic representation of nature and daily life. The focus of this article will be on Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and Free Figuration, analyzing works present on Artmajeur...

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10 Reasons Why browsing art on Instagram Is Therapeutic

May 19, 2022

6 minutes read

Research shows that about 60% of people who had attended a cultural place or event 12 months earlier were more likely to report good health. The same process occurs when browsing Art daily on Instagram. The question is, how and why is art able to influence our well being? Let's find out.

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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...

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Niki de Saint Phalle: A Trailblazer of 20th-Century Feminist Art

Aug 5, 2024

7 minutes read

Niki de Saint Phalle (1930-2002) was a groundbreaking Franco-American artist known for her vibrant sculptures, including the Nanas and Tirs series, which combined bold social commentary with artistic innovation, leaving a lasting impact on the art world and popular culture.

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Maurizio Cattelan: The Provocateur Redefining Contemporary Art with Satire and Humor

Sep 5, 2024

7 minutes read

Maurizio Cattelan is a renowned contemporary Italian artist recognized for his satirical and provocative works. He challenges conventional ideas of art with humor and irony, using his creations to critique societal norms, politics, and religion...

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Tauba Auerbach: Math-Inspired Visual Language

Oct 25, 2024

7 minutes read

Tauba Auerbach is a contemporary American artist known for her interdisciplinary approach that merges art, mathematics, and science to explore themes of dimensionality and perception. Her work, spanning painting, sculpture, and bookmaking, often challenges traditional understandings of space and visual language through innovative use of geometry and optical illusion.

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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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From Da Vinci to Degas, how the vision problems of famous painters may have influenced their work

Oct 3, 2021

4 minutes read

From 1860 to 1910 Degas' vision deteriorated, and his style gradually became harsh as his eye condition worsened. Likewise, was the genius of Leonardo da Vinci helped by a blurred vision? Recent research makes these assumptions.

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Top 5 Mysteriously Missing Masterpieces

Oct 30, 2020

7 minutes read

Today, let's look back at the tragic destiny of 5 prestigious and priceless artworks that have disappeared from the radars of the art world.

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Judith Riemer: In Search of Space for My Imagination

Jun 11, 2024

8 minutes read

"My inspiration to create art and become an artist is the result of a variety of events and emotions. I grew up in a rural environment and spent my childhood playing outside in nature, exploring everything there was to discover. However, as an only child, I was often alone, and with my sensitivity and creative imagination, I often felt different from the other children."

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Jacob Kassay: Exploring Structure, Perception, and Materiality

Dec 30, 2024

7 minutes read

Jacob Kassay, born in 1984 in Lewiston, New York, is a post-conceptual artist renowned for his work in painting, filmmaking, and sculpture. His art is often recognized for its connection to minimalist music and composition, using a structural approach to explore how we perceive sight and space. Kassay currently resides in New York City and is represented by 303 Gallery...

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The Best European Art Schools - Part Two

Feb 19, 2025

8 minutes read

Discover the best art schools in Europe, from the Netherlands to Sweden. These prestigious institutions train the artists and designers of tomorrow through programs of excellence.

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Jonathan Wateridge: Figuring the Unreal in Contemporary Life

Apr 22, 2025

7 minutes read

Jonathan Wateridge, born in 1972, is a British artist known for his work in the Postwar and Contemporary painting scene. His art is currently on view at the Green Family Art Foundation in Dallas, and his work has previously been showcased by leading galleries and institutions, including GRIMM in London...

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The Girl with a Pearl Earring

Apr 25, 2023

8 minutes read

The Girl with a Pearl Earring is a famous oil painting made around 1665 by the Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer. This work depicts an anonymous young girl wearing a pear-shaped bead and a dark blue turban, illuminated by light coming from the left. She is considered one of the most famous masterpieces of Western art and is often referred to as "The Mona Lisa of the North".

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Art as Experience: Bruno Munari's Journey

Jun 27, 2024

8 minutes read

Bruno Munari (1907-1998), a pivotal figure in 20th-century art and design from Milan, Italy, integrated painting, sculpture, film, and industrial design with literature, poetry, and educational methods, influenced by modernism and futurism, emphasizing tactile and kinesthetic learning while challenging artistic conventions with his iconic Useless Machines series, leaving a lasting legacy in global exhibitions and art markets.

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Michel Moskovtchenko: Master of Form, Color, and Narrative

Jul 18, 2024

8 minutes read

Michel Moskovtchenko's seven-decade artistic journey showcases his mastery of form, color, and narrative. Starting in Lyon, he deeply engaged with Vaucluse landscapes, capturing the essence of places like Gordes and the Sahara. His profound explorations of the human form cemented his legacy as a prominent figure in contemporary European art.

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Ji Dachun: The Acid Humor of a Chinese Conceptual Minimalist

Apr 29, 2025

9 minutes read

Ji Dachun , a contemporary Chinese artist, is distinguished by his minimalist and ironic work that critiques consumer society and questions Chinese cultural identity. His growing influence is reflected in his unique style, his rejection of dominant codes, and his impact on the younger generation of Chinese artists.

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Berlinde De Bruyckere: Exploring Vulnerability, Mythology, and the Human Condition Through Sculpture

Jan 8, 2025

9 minutes read

Berlinde De Bruyckere is a Belgian contemporary artist known for her emotionally charged sculptures that explore themes of vulnerability, suffering, and the human condition. Her work often incorporates animal skins, wax, and other materials, blending mythological and historical references to evoke deep emotional responses.

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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing image editing

Aug 4, 2023

5 minutes read

AI is revolutionizing image editing by enhancing quality, efficiency, and creativity. It's making professional editing accessible to all through tools like image upscaling, automating complex tasks, and opening new artistic possibilities. AI blends technology and art, shaping the future of digital imaging.

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Peter Knapp: The Art of Capturing Time

Mar 24, 2025

9 minutes read

Peter Knapp has made his mark on the history of photography and design with major exhibitions around the world, notably on fashion and human representation, from Paris to Geneva, Barcelona, and New York. His influence endures, and his works are held in prestigious institutions, testifying to his lasting impact on the art world.

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International Dance Day Celebrated with 5 Masterpieces of Ancient Art

Apr 28, 2025

9 minutes read

On April 29, the world celebrates International Dance Day, established in 1982 by the International Dance Committee (CID) within the International Theatre Institute of UNESCO, to honor all forms and cultures of dance...

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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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Pierre Duquoc, the art of irony

Apr 6, 2022

10 minutes read

Pierre Duquoc uses a digital camera to make photomontages, but also more "classic" photographs, which are then, depending on the result, modified on the computer to obtain the exact vision of what the artist had in mind...

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Inside Jeff Koons' World: From Balloon Dogs to Record Auction Sales

Jul 10, 2024

10 minutes read

Jeff Koons, born in 1955, is a renowned American artist famous for creating monumental sculptures from everyday objects, with record-breaking auction sales like Balloon Dog (Orange) and Rabbit, challenging artistic norms and influencing contemporary art globally.

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John Michael Armleder: Pioneer of Fluxus and art Installations

Oct 9, 2024

10 minutes read

Explore the innovative installations of John Michael Armleder, his creations, and contemporary works. Discover the biography of this influential Swiss artist.

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