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Luigi M. Verde: My passion for photography was born in college
Jun 4, 2024
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10 minutes read
"One of the earliest childhood memories that often come back to me is of my sister and me, standing still, curious and in religious silence-despite the age of revelry-on the edge of my father's desk, while he quietly tinkers with canvases, paints, tubes, rags, palettes and brushes. "...
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Art as Liberation: Mickalene Thomas and the New Iconography
May 14, 2025
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9 minutes read
Mickalene Thomas (b. 1971) is a contemporary African-American visual artist known for her vibrant mixed-media paintings that combine rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel. Influenced by movements such as Impressionism, Cubism, Dada, and the Harlem Renaissance, her work draws on Western art history and pop culture to explore themes of femininity, beauty, race, sexuality, and gender...
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Andrea La Martina: my passion for visual art
Jan 24, 2024
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15 minutes read
"My artistic inspiration arose from the intersection of my career as a computer programming consultant and my passion for visual art. From a young age, I have been fascinated by the limitless possibilities that technology offers in the field of creative expression."...
Art History
Through the Spiritual Lens: Laylat al-Qadr in Islamic Art
Apr 8, 2024
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14 minutes read
Laylat al-Qadr, or the Night of Power, is a spiritual event deeply embedded in the Islamic faith, commemorated with great reverence across the Muslim world. This holy night, marking the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad, inspires a rich tapestry of artistic expressions that reflect the cultural diversity of the Islamic ummah (community)...
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In the Realm of Joan Miró's Imagination
Jun 20, 2024
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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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How to choose the perfect artwork for every decorating style?
Nov 5, 2024
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10 minutes read
If you're looking to give your home a unique personality, this guide is exactly what you need. From the rough elegance of Industrial to the opulent charm of Baroque, from the Zen-like tranquility of minimalism to the warm simplicity of Scandinavian style...
Art History
Mooncakes to Lanterns: Artistic Symbols of the Mid-Autumn Celebration
Jun 17, 2024
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11 minutes read
The Zhongqiu Festival, or Mid-Autumn Festival, is celebrated with a rich tapestry of religious and cultural art forms, each carrying deep symbolic meanings. This festival, deeply rooted in Chinese tradition, showcases a variety of artistic expressions that encompass moon worship, offerings to the moon, and the display of lanterns, all of which play crucial roles in the festivities.
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Paul Strand
Jul 4, 2023
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17 minutes read
Paul Strand (October 16, 1890 – March 31, 1976) was an influential American photographer and filmmaker. He played a pivotal role, alongside notable modernist photographers such as Alfred Stieglitz and Edward Weston, in establishing photography as a recognized art form during the 20th century...
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The Card Players (1890-95) by Paul Cézanne
May 19, 2023
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21 minutes read
Paul Cézanne, born in Aix-en-Provence in 1839 and died in 1906, was part of the post-Impressionist movement and laid the groundwork for many avant-garde movements of the 20th century, especially in terms of formal simplification...
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Speedy Graphito: The Pioneer of French Street Art
Jul 17, 2024
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13 minutes read
Speedy Graphito, the pseudonym of Olivier Rizzo, is a renowned French artist celebrated for his vibrant, colorful style that blends elements of pop culture, street art, and surrealism...
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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.
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Alfons Mucha
May 25, 2023
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18 minutes read
Alphonse Mucha, born Alfons Maria Mucha, was a renowned Czech painter, illustrator, and graphic artist who resided in Paris during the Art Nouveau era. He gained international recognition for his unique and ornamental theatrical posters, particularly those featuring the actress Sarah Bernhardt.