Artist Portraits
Beyond the Visible: The Art and Memory of Luc Tuymans
May 1, 2025
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10 minutes read
"Luc Tuymans (born June 14, 1958, in Mortsel, Belgium) is a visual artist renowned for his paintings that explore humanity’s relationship with history and its tendency to ignore it. The memory of World War II recurs throughout his work."...
Lifestyle
10 Reasons Why browsing art on Instagram Is Therapeutic
May 19, 2022
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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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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: David Gerstein
Jun 2, 2023
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13 minutes read
David (Dudu) Gerstein, born on 14th November 1944, is an accomplished Israeli artist known for his prowess in painting, sculpture, drawing, and printmaking...
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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...
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New Multi-View Feature: Enhancing Your Art Sales Experience
Apr 18, 2023
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2 minutes read
Artmajeur is excited to launch Multi-View. This long awaited upgrade lets artists show up to 10 additional views as well as a video for each artwork for sale on our platform, giving buyers a more immersive and interactive experience.
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Keith Haring: The Vibrant Voice of Street Art
Jun 24, 2024
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14 minutes read
Keith Haring was an iconic American artist known for his vibrant, bold, and energetic artwork that often featured a mix of symbols, figures, and patterns. His unique style transcended traditional art boundaries, transforming everyday urban spaces into dynamic canvases...
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Charlie Chaplin’s Timeless Art: A Black and White Tribute
Mar 31, 2025
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7 minutes read
Charlie Chaplin’s legacy extends beyond cinema into the visual arts, particularly black and white artworks that capture his emotive storytelling and timeless aesthetic. His silent films, characterized by expressive performances and social commentary, continue to inspire artists who use stark contrasts to depict his humor, humanity, and universal appeal.
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Serge Chamchinov: Crafting Artistic Narratives Through Books
Aug 28, 2024
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7 minutes read
Serge Chamchinov, once an analytical chemist, has become a trailblazer in contemporary artist books by blending artistic techniques with deep text and visual exploration, redefining the artist’s book and inspiring future generations.
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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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: LUC PEIRE
May 16, 2023
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8 minutes read
Luc Peire's "Hoef M65" silkscreen print holds both artistic and historical significance. The limited edition of 75 copies, plus the numbered copies from A to Z with 6 off-the-shelf copies, was published by the Dobbelhoef Gallery in Kessel specifically for the 1979/4 S exhibition in Kessel.
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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2025: A Fusion of Music, Dance, and Artistic Expression
Mar 27, 2025
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5 minutes read
Coachella 2025 will take place over two weekends in April, featuring headliners Lady Gaga, Green Day, and Post Malone alongside a diverse mix of artists. The festival will blend music, dance, and visual arts, offering immersive experiences through large-scale art installations, interactive performances, and cutting-edge technology.
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Infinite Accumulation: Kusama’s New Artwork in London
Aug 20, 2024
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1 minutes read
Yayoi Kusama's Infinite Accumulation (2024) at London's Liverpool Street Station, her largest and first permanent public artwork in the UK, is a 100-meter-long sculpture that uses her signature polka dots to reflect the city's diverse population and social fabric.
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Harold Vernhes (HA-VE): The graphic elegance of the urban world
Jan 9, 2025
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3 minutes read
Harold Vernhes (HA-VE) transforms the urban mundane into powerful visual compositions, revealing the hidden beauty of lines and shadows. His work, at the intersection of minimalism and contemporary photography, represents an artistic investment that is both aesthetic and promising.
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Andreas Gursky, capturing the monumental scale of the modern world
Jul 13, 2023
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8 minutes read
Andreas Gursky is a renowned German photographer, famous for his large format images that vividly capture the scale and essence of our contemporary society. His methodical approach and visually powerful aesthetic make him one of the most influential artists in contemporary photography.
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Sony World Photography Awards 2025: An artistic look at global issues
Apr 17, 2025
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2 minutes read
The 2025 Sony World Photography Awards honored photographers from around the world for their engaged work exploring themes such as the environment, social empowerment, and youth. From Zed Nelson to Chantal Pinzi, the winners offer powerful and sensitive perspectives on contemporary realities through striking visual series.
Art History
5 Contemporary Works in Tribute to the Language of Georgia O’Keeffe
Apr 15, 2025
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7 minutes read
In contemporary art, the flower remains an inexhaustibly fascinating subject—a privileged vehicle for exploring the silent dialogue between realism and abstraction, a theme so dear to Georgia O’Keeffe. We have selected five floral works by artists featured on ArtMajeur, each capable of evoking—through stylistic or conceptual affinity—the refined visual universe of the American painter…
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Eberhard Havekost: Redefining Perception in Contemporary Painting
Oct 29, 2024
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6 minutes read
Eberhard Havekost was a German painter known for his hyperrealistic yet abstracted depictions of modern life, exploring themes of perception, media, and digital influence on everyday experience. His work challenged viewers to question the authenticity of images in a world increasingly mediated by technology, earning him a significant place in contemporary art.
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Christine Ay Tjoe: A Visionary of Indonesian Contemporary Art
Feb 5, 2025
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5 minutes read
Christine Ay Tjoe is an Indonesian contemporary visual artist and painter who challenges the codes of abstract art. Her work is a fusion of deep emotional and abstract expressionism, capturing the complexity of human feelings through bold shapes and colors.
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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.
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Henri Dauman: A Life Behind the Lens of Iconic Moments
Aug 20, 2024
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10 minutes read
Henri Dauman (1933-2023) was a renowned French-American photographer whose impactful photojournalism, including the iconic image of Jacqueline Kennedy at JFK's funeral, gained posthumous acclaim through major retrospectives and the documentary Looking Up, solidifying his legacy in modern visual culture.
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Tracey Emin Makes History as the First Female Artist Appointed as a Trustee of the British Museum
Nov 16, 2023
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3 minutes read
English visual artist Tracey Emin is set to become a trailblazer by joining the Board of Trustees at the British Museum...
Art History
The Typical Subjects of Flemish Art Today: Still Lifes, Interiors, and Genre Scenes
Apr 1, 2025
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7 minutes read
It is therefore interesting to highlight how the influence of the iconic subjects of Flemish art extends to the present day, inspiring contemporary artists on ArtMajeur who reinterpret these traditional genres with new visual languages.
Lifestyle
Madonna: art lover and a supporter of contemporary art
Aug 24, 2023
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10 minutes read
Madonna is a globally renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress who has left an indelible mark on the music and entertainment industry. Beyond her musical career, she is also recognized as an avid art collector, amassing a valuable and diverse collection of artworks spanning various styles and mediums.
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The Rise of Ghibli Images: When Chat GPT Turns Nostalgia into a Viral Trend
Apr 4, 2025
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4 minutes read
The rise of GPT-4o has sparked a viral trend in which users transform their photos into animated scenes inspired by the Ghibli aesthetic, blending cutting-edge technology with visual nostalgia. This phenomenon has sparked debates about authenticity, copyright, and the balance between digital innovation and artistic tradition.
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Andrew “Ana`alu” Hollimon: When art tells, questions and illuminates
Jan 9, 2025
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4 minutes read
Ana`alu is a self-taught Floridian artist who transforms memories, emotions, and reflections into striking works of realism and color. His vibrant, accessible, and highly acclaimed art deserves the attention of both amateurs and investors.
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Lady Gaga's Fusion of Music, Fashion, and Avant-Garde in Her Art Collection
Sep 18, 2023
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6 minutes read
Lady Gaga is a renowned American singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion icon, celebrated for her unique music and eccentric style. Lady Gaga also engages in art collecting, showcasing her enthusiasm for visual arts and her active participation in diverse forms of artistic expression.
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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.
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Mr. Brainwash and the Art of Collision Between Pop Art and Street Art
Feb 4, 2025
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4 minutes read
Mr. Brainwash, the pseudonym of Thierry Guetta, is a French-American artist who has revolutionized the contemporary art world by merging Pop Art and Street Art into a visual explosion of colors, symbols, and cultural references...
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Gardani: Between Magical Realism and Pop Culture, an Essential Artistic Signature
Feb 12, 2025
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4 minutes read
Gardani is a self-taught contemporary artist whose unique style blends classical realism and pop culture with striking visual boldness. Through his colorful and symbolic works, he tells a universal story of love, peace, and modern identity.
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Jack Pierson: A Journey Through Memory, Identity, and Contemporary Art
Dec 27, 2024
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4 minutes read
Jack Pierson (b. 1960, Plymouth, Massachusetts) is an American visual artist and photographer. Recognized for his diverse body of work, including photography, collages, text-based sculptures, installations, drawings, and artist publications...
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Odile Guichard: Hand-sewn emotion
Jul 16, 2024
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4 minutes read
Odile Guichard transforms antique thread and fabrics into poetic works, subtly merging embroidery and painting. Her delicate art, both tactile and visual, creates a profound connection between memory, material, and emotion.
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Wilhelm Von Kalisz: The Contemporary Artist Who Redefines Painting
Dec 27, 2024
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3 minutes read
Wilhelm von Kalisz's work is distinguished by a fusion of tradition and modernity, combining a timeless aesthetic with engaged reflection. His unique style, increasingly sought after by international collectors and galleries, reinforces the rarity and value of his creations on the art market.
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Exploring Ferruccio Gard's Vibrant Artistry: Color and Geometry in Motion
Jun 21, 2024
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7 minutes read
Ferruccio Gard, a pioneer in Programmed and Kinetic Art since 1969, has globally influenced with vibrant canvases and innovative sculptures. Over five decades, he exhibited at Venice and Architecture Biennales and prestigious institutions like the Museum of Contemporary Art in Buenos Aires and the National Gallery of Modern Art in Rome, showcasing mastery of color, geometric forms, and influential collaborations in neo-constructivist and kinetic art circles.
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Sotheby’s Celebrates 50 Years of Photography with an Extraordinary Auction in New York
Mar 13, 2025
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4 minutes read
On March 27, 2025, at 12:00 EDT, Sotheby’s will inaugurate a significant photography auction to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its Photography Department in New York. Since the first historic sale in 1975, Sotheby’s has redefined the photography market, setting world records and presenting works by undisputed masters of the field. ...
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Francis L'Huillier: The pictorial power of a contemporary look at the maritime and industrial world
Feb 20, 2025
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3 minutes read
Francis L'Huillier is a contemporary French painter whose pictorial universe blends the raw aesthetic of the industrial world with the sensory warmth of the Mediterranean. Thanks to his bold mixed techniques and mastery of gesture, his works vibrate with a visual intensity that immediately captures the eye.
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Steve McCurry
Jul 12, 2023
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10 minutes read
Steve McCurry is a renowned American photojournalist recognized for his captivating and emotive images. He is best known for his iconic photograph "Afghan Girl" taken in 1984, which became one of the most recognizable images in the world.