Art History
Chongyang Festival in Art: Honoring Bravery and Community Spirit
Jun 14, 2024
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8 minutes read
The Chongyang Festival, or Double Ninth Festival, an ancient Chinese holiday on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month since the Eastern Han dynasty (25–220 AD), symbolizes positive yang energy. Traditions include mountain climbing, chrysanthemum liquor, and wearing zhuyu leaves for purification. oday, it continues as a celebration of cultural heritage, inspiring artistic expressions that blend historical themes with creativity.
Artist Portraits
Monumental Sculptures by Poetic Artist Jaume Plensa
Jan 10, 2025
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8 minutes read
Jaume Plensa is a renowned Spanish sculptor known for his large-scale public installations that explore themes of language, spirituality, and human connection. His works, often incorporating materials like stone, steel, and light, are exhibited in prominent cultural venues globally.
Art History
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...
Art History
The nude at tea time
May 10, 2023
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9 minutes read
The nude at tea time? What does this wacky title mean? How can the genre of the nude be juxtaposed with the drink of tea, in addition to be consumed exclusively at five o'clock in the afternoon?...
Art History
The Provence of Cézanne and Van Gogh
Jul 2, 2023
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9 minutes read
The charm of Provence can be described in words, in poems, sometimes in music, as well as through the silent, but certainly impactful and highly expressive, medium of painting, aimed at tinging the colors of a land kissed by the sun...
Pop Culture
3 Emblematic Artists who Influenced Advertising
Jun 18, 2021
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9 minutes read
Art and advertising have a very close relationship. Embark with us on an artistic epic mixing fine arts and communication: when artists and their artworks offer their services to the consumer society.
Artist Portraits
Laurence JENK: My inquisitive mind has led me to experiment beyond convention
Mar 26, 2024
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9 minutes read
“My artistic journey, entirely self-taught, took off during an intimate moment in my life: the prospect of motherhood.”....
Art History
Warm and Cool Colors in Art
Mar 5, 2024
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10 minutes read
Warm and cool colors will be showcased within the narrative of art history, following two basic intentions: the first is to juxtapose classic masterpieces with contemporary works from Artmajeur, while the other consists of comparing two types of writing...
Artist Portraits
Julie Mehretu: Ethiopian American Artist's Modern Landscapes
Dec 3, 2024
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10 minutes read
Julie Mehretu, an Ethiopian American contemporary artist, is celebrated for her large-scale, multi-layered abstract paintings that reflect urban and sociopolitical changes. Recognized in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2020, she has secured her place as a groundbreaking Black female painter.
Art News
Mexico City Art Week 2025: A Preview of Zona Maco and Emerging Trends
Feb 4, 2025
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3 minutes read
Mexico City Art Week 2025 , with Zona Maco as its focal point, is a major event that highlights Latin American contemporary art by bringing together 200 galleries from 29 countries and supporting emerging artists. Thanks to initiatives such as Ruberta and proyectosLA , the Latin American art scene is strengthening and establishing itself in the international art market.
Art News
The Louvre Museum has obtained a rare Cimabue painting, which was rescued from being discarded, three years after losing it at an auction
Nov 17, 2023
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3 minutes read
A Cimabue painting, originally discovered above a kitchen stove in France and subsequently sold at auction for €24 million (equivalent to $26 million today), has finally found its way to the Louvre Museum in Paris after a three-year delay due to a rival bidder...
Art History
The Artmajeur Olympics: A Journey Between Art and Sport
Jul 23, 2024
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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...
Artist Portraits
Marine Foissey: My joys, my anxieties and my doubts
Jan 9, 2024
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3 minutes read
"I like to work alone using myself as a Swiss army knife: photographer, model, makeup artist, stylist, scenographer, stage manager: tiring but practical."...
Art News
Sotheby’s Secures $1 Billion Investment from Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Wealth Fund
Aug 12, 2024
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2 minutes read
Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund, ADQ, has acquired a minority stake in Sotheby’s as part of a $1 billion investment, aimed at reducing the auction house's debt and supporting its growth and innovation, aligning with Abu Dhabi's broader strategy to diversify its economy and enhance its cultural influence, particularly in the Middle East.
Art History
Robert Frank
Jun 27, 2023
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13 minutes read
Robert Frank, a Swiss photographer and documentary filmmaker, achieved American citizenship and is known for his remarkable contributions to the field...
Art History
Recent materials in art: cement, concrete, resin, plastic, and aluminum
Feb 25, 2025
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12 minutes read
In recent decades, materials such as resin, cement, concrete, plastic, and aluminum have revolutionized sculpture, expanding creative possibilities. We will explore their unique characteristics, the advantages they offer to artists, and their role in contemporary art...
Lifestyle
The famous polka dots of Yayoi Kusama are all over Louis Vuitton stores around the world
Jan 18, 2023
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2 minutes read
Louis Vuitton has redecorated its stores around the world in honor of Yayoi Kusama. The Japanese artist is famous for her work with polka dots. In Paris, a large balloon portrait of Kusama was put on the outside of the store.
Art News
Mariët Westermann Takes Helm as First Female Director at Guggenheim Museum
Nov 21, 2023
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2 minutes read
Mariët Westermann has been appointed as the first female director of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Foundation, bringing her extensive experience in art history and academia. She will lead the institution through a period of expansion and address challenges at its locations in New York and Abu Dhabi.
Art News
Sara Raza appointed director of Tashkent Contemporary Art Center
Jan 20, 2025
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2 minutes read
Sara Raza, renowned curator and writer, has been appointed Artistic Director of the Tashkent Center for Contemporary Art, where she will begin in September 2025. With 20 years of international experience, she plans to develop innovative programs to promote artistic exchange and support local talent in Uzbekistan.
Art News
Untitled Art: Contemporary Art Fair Coming to Houston in 2025
Nov 22, 2024
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2 minutes read
The contemporary art fair Untitled Art , founded by Jeffrey Lawson, will make its Houston debut September 19-21, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, a venue modernized to accommodate this major event. This inaugural edition, showcasing established galleries, emerging artists, and local collaborations, reflects Houston’s expanding, vibrant art scene and aims to cement its status as a premier cultural hub.
Art History
Tango no Sekku: Historical Evolution and Artistic Representations
Jun 5, 2024
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7 minutes read
Tango no Sekku, initially an imperial court ceremony on May 5, evolved from a home purification festival to one celebrating samurai boys and all children, featuring symbols like iris leaves, samurai armor, and carp streamers. Artistic works painting connect these historical traditions with modern expressions, highlighting themes of strength, perseverance, and protection.
Artist Portraits
Henri Matisse
Mar 15, 2023
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15 minutes read
Matisse's style was characterized by the use of bright and intense colors, as well as simplified forms and strong outlines. He was influenced by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists, but he also developed his own technique of using color to create dynamic shapes and movement in his paintings.
Art History
Decoding “Strangers Everywhere”: Artmajeur artists interpret the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024
May 14, 2024
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15 minutes read
Artmajeur artists creatively engage with the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024, representing art movements as diverse as Outsider Art, Queer Art, Folk Art, and narratives against racism...
Art History
Shepard Fairey: Art for Social Change
Jul 5, 2024
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14 minutes read
Shepard Fairey, aka "Obey," revolutionized urban art with his impactful and engaged works, tackling themes of social justice and anti-consumerism. Through his mixed media and international collaborations, he continues to prove that art can be a powerful vehicle for social and cultural change.
Art News
Art and science united for the planet: an innovative project in Finland
Feb 18, 2025
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3 minutes read
In Finland, the Climate Clock Oulu project brings together artists and scientists to raise awareness about climate change through an immersive public art trail , which will be inaugurated in June 2026 as part of Oulu 2026, European Capital of Culture.
Art News
The new name of the fair that replaces the FIAC is Paris +
Mar 28, 2022
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3 minutes read
'Paris+' is the name of France's new art fair. FIAC has occupied the cathedral-like exhibition hall for a week each October. While the historic Grand Palais is closed for renovations, FIAC relocated last year to a temporary location near the Eiffel Tower. Paris+ will begin in the temporary site of the Grand Palais in 2022.
Art News
The famous Hauser & Wirth gallery is setting up in Paris next year
Jun 2, 2022
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3 minutes read
This will be the mega gallery's 16th location worldwide, located in a townhouse near the Champs-Élysées.
Art News
Miami Beach: The Global Capital of Art and Creativity
Nov 26, 2024
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3 minutes read
Miami Art Week 2024 will bring together major art fairs like Art Basel Miami Beach, Design Miami, and Art Miami, showcasing international galleries, bold design pieces, and exceptional artistic diversity.
Artist Portraits
Stefano Catalini: During my teenage years, I began to reproduce paintings by the Macchiaioli painters
Nov 12, 2024
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5 minutes read
“As a child, around the age of 6, I enjoyed modeling the clay present near the house, also with my paternal grandfather I made small wooden toys.”...
Art News
Has the Rijksmuseum published a 'fake image' of French President Macron?
Apr 19, 2023
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4 minutes read
During President Emmanuel Macron's official visit to Amsterdam, a photo published by the Rijksmuseum sows doubt about the President's actual visit to the Vermeer exhibition.
Art News
Frieze Los Angeles 2025: A Beacon of Hope in the Heart of Adversity
Feb 21, 2025
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3 minutes read
Frieze Los Angeles 2025 stands as a symbol of resilience and creativity, bringing together more than 130 international galleries to support the local arts community impacted by the recent wildfires.
Art News
The Rencontres d'Arles 2025: An Unmissable Photography Festival at the Heart of Contemporary Creation
Apr 16, 2025
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6 minutes read
The Rencontres d'Arles is a major event in contemporary photography, bringing together artists and professionals from around the world each year. The 2025 edition is distinguished by its emphasis on diverse cultural perspectives, with a particular focus on Australia and Brazil through group exhibitions.
Artist Portraits
José Roberto Teixeira Leite Junior: I've been involved in the world of the arts since I was a child
Jul 2, 2024
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7 minutes read
"Ever since I was a child, I've been involved in the world of the arts, especially the plastic arts, as I'm the son of an art critic and writer who is highly respected in Brazil, as well as being his fourth child, all of whom have had a lot of art in their lives, in the most varied conceptions"...
Art News
The France-Brazil Cross-Year: An Exceptional Cultural Encounter
Mar 20, 2025
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7 minutes read
France and Brazil maintain a strong cultural relationship, reinforced by events such as the Années croisées and the France-Brazil 2025 Season. The latter will celebrate their diplomatic bicentenary through numerous artistic events.
Art History
Hieronymus Bosch
Jun 21, 2023
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26 minutes read
Hieronymus Bosch, also known as Jheronimus van Aken, was a renowned Dutch painter from Brabant who lived from around 1450 to August 9, 1516...
Lifestyle
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen: Art is everywhere!
Nov 2, 2023
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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?