Art News
Robbie Williams is selling his Banksy artwork at auction
Jan 24, 2022
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2 minutes read
Robbie Williams is auctioning off his personal art collection. Three Banksy pieces will be sold by Sotheby's in March. The 3 works could fetch between 2.5 and 3.5 million pounds.
Art History
Art and fashion: what happens when two creative worlds meet?
Apr 3, 2022
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5 minutes read
Often only the way in which the fashion world has welcomed and acquired timeless artists and masterpieces has been highlighted. In reality, however, these two worlds have influenced each other, as demonstrated by the latest trends in contemporary art...
Art News
Two Banksy works have been altered, one without the artist's permission.
Nov 26, 2021
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2 minutes read
Banksy is the most well-known street artist in the world. Recently, a landlord in England pulled one of his murals from the side of a building to sale it. A few months before, actor Christopher Walken, character in "The Outlaws", painted over an original Banksy for a scene.
Art News
Pop art or how popular culture became an actual "style"
May 30, 2017
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3 minutes read
Popular art or "pop art" asserted itself by taking the opposite of abstract expressionism (action painting by Jackson Pollock, colorfield painting by Mark Rothko ...) considered too academic, esoteric and elitist.
Art News
Six new never-before-seen Banksy works believed to belong to his ex-girlfriend
Oct 21, 2022
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2 minutes read
A woman who says she was Bansky's ex-girlfriend is showing six early works by the artist that have never been seen before. In the 1990s, she says she went out with the artist for four years.
Artist Portraits
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...
Lifestyle
Christophe Lambert: Collecting with Heart and Intuition"
Nov 29, 2023
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6 minutes read
Christophe Lambert, renowned actor, reveals a monomaniacal passion for art, collecting with intense personal devotion. Despite misadventures, he remains committed to his love for art, dreaming of a public space to share his eclectic collection
Art News
A work by Banksy, torn from the wall by the owner of the building
Nov 18, 2021
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3 minutes read
A Banksy painting has been pulled out of a wall in Lowestoft, Suffolk, England. The artwork was removed intentionally and consensually by the property owner. Locals are dissatisfied with the art's move to an as-yet-unidentified place.
Art News
Madonna's provocative new post to pay tribute to Keith Haring
Dec 6, 2021
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3 minutes read
Madonna paid tribute to the late artist Keith Haring on Instagram. The 63-year-old entertainer dressed in a white robe with bright graphic designs by Haring in a few new photos'. Here is a Beautiful Truth/ART and Friendships Never Die!'
Art News
Artists Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol reunited in Paris
Apr 3, 2023
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3 minutes read
Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat reunited in the 1980s, creating 160 works during their brief but productive time together. Seventy of these works will be on display at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.
Pop Culture
Banksy's Valentine's Day art in Margate, England, was taken down within hours
Feb 15, 2023
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3 minutes read
A Banksy piece that showed up in Margate was taken down by the city council just hours after the mysterious artist said it was his.
Art News
Own a Piece of Banksy's Anti-Domestic Violence Mural for Just £120!
Aug 21, 2023
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3 minutes read
Get a share of Banksy's anti-domestic violence mural for £120, joining an innovative ownership model. Proceeds support charities as the artwork transforms into an enduring symbol.
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.
Art History
Mediterranean Sea: migrant routes in art
Jun 15, 2022
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7 minutes read
Mediterranean migrations, now the focus of global media attention for some years already, have fascinated, intrigued and inspired artists around the world, who, in some cases, have focused especially on those flows directed toward Sicily (Italy), such as, for example, Mimmo Paladino, Jason deCaires Taylor, Vik Muniz and Lucy Wood...
Art History
Superheroes in contemporary art
Jul 27, 2022
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7 minutes read
According to the most general definitions, a superhero is a costumed character, and one with a secret identity, belonging to the world of comic books, fiction, cartoons or movies, who, strong, courageous and extremely noble of spirit, unreservedly strives to protect humanity against evil, which he opposes thanks to his extraordinary abilities, namely superpowers...
Art History
Top 10 American Painters
Oct 24, 2023
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11 minutes read
Before introducing you to the ten most celebrated painters in the history of American art, along with brief glimpses into their lives and references to their stylistic peculiarities...
Art News
Famous artist Anish Kapoor is selling one of London's most impressive residences for $ 26 million
Sep 23, 2021
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3 minutes read
Anish Kapoor's London home in central London is for sale for £ 19million, or nearly $ 26million. The iconic Georgian-style house was acquired by Kapoor in 2009 for around $ 5 million.
Artist Portraits
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.
Art News
National Gallery vandalism: Climate activist found guilty of conspiracy
Apr 10, 2025
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3 minutes read
Timothy Martin was convicted of conspiracy after vandalizing a Degas sculpture during a climate action. The incident comes amid increased crackdowns on protests under the Trump administration.
Art History
Paint in yellow
Jun 26, 2022
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7 minutes read
The color yellow "possesses a gently stimulating quality of serenity and gaiety. It shows itself extremely sensitive, however, producing an unpleasant image when dirty.... A slight and imperceptible movement is enough to make it the color of infamy, revulsion and discomfort..."
Art History
Brassaï
Jul 12, 2023
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13 minutes read
Brassaï, born Gyula Halász on September 9, 1899, and passed away on July 8, 1984, was a photographer, sculptor, medalist, writer, and filmmaker...
Sell Art
Classify your works in the right style!
Oct 17, 2022
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8 minutes read
Why is it important to categorize your paintings stylistically on Artmajeur? This is essential in order to make your work more visible for those who want to buy a specific point of view while facilitating the work of journalists and curators, interested in talking about works presenting specific stylistic characteristics.
Art News
$4 billion project will turn Miami's waterfront into an open-air museum
Mar 30, 2022
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4 minutes read
Miami Worldcenter, a sprawling mixed-use complex in the heart of downtown, appears to be the premier shopping destination in South Florida. Worldcenter has been revealing attractions one after the other
Art History
The three Graces: from Raphael's composure to Rubens' sensuality
Dec 18, 2022
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9 minutes read
The Graces are three sister goddesses that Roman mythology drew from the Greek example of the Caryatids, in order to promote the spread of an iconography that, among the most positive of ancient civilizations, was capable of alluding to the harmony achieved through the worship of the arts, nature and vegetation, the foundations of human joy in life...
Art History
Basquiat painting Warhol and the contrary...
May 14, 2023
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8 minutes read
It is often thought that it was only the paintbrush, chisel, etc. that forged the narrative of art history, forgetting that the latter is primarily made up of people and, consequently, of fruitful encounters, without which the innovations of a single genius would surely not have found the deserved understanding and success...
Artist Portraits
N Nathan, eye-catching art!
Jun 15, 2022
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4 minutes read
N Nathan is a versatile and self-taught artist who, depending on the project he is working on, experiments with different artistic techniques in order to capture the viewer's attention...
Artist Portraits
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...
Art History
Rock art: from caves to Street art
Sep 5, 2023
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9 minutes read
Let's take an example: the Mona Lisa, if it had been created today, would probably have gone unnoticed, because it was intended as a simple portrait, in an age when the medium of painting has now largely detached itself from the need to faithfully represent the real thing.
Art History
Top 10: Portraits of Hip Hop Singers
Jul 30, 2023
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15 minutes read
Before I start with my selection of portraits, depicting some of the best Hip hop singers ever, I would like to briefly highlight how this latest form of musical expression has, since its inception, influenced multiple aspects of society, including, both the world of art, fashion and visual culture more generally...
Art History
World Art Dubai 2025: Art at the Heart of the World
Apr 17, 2025
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4 minutes read
World Art Dubai 2025 showcases artists from around the world, offering a diversity of artistic expression ranging from painting to sculpture to digital art. This edition promises a unique immersion in contemporary creativity through a variety of styles and techniques.
Artist Portraits
Robert Combas and the Free Figuration Movement
Jul 11, 2024
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10 minutes read
Robert Combas, born May 25, 1957, in Lyon, co-founded the free figuration movement with Hervé Di Rosa. Known for his bold, graphic style blending comics, pop culture, and personal mythology, Combas is celebrated as a leading contemporary artist in France.
Artist Portraits
Jean-Humbert Savoldelli: The pictorial struggle of a master of expressive abstraction
Mar 19, 2025
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4 minutes read
Jean-Humbert Savoldelli is a contemporary French painter with a powerful and recognizable style, blending geometric abstraction, textures, vibrant colors, and human silhouettes. Born from a radical transformation in 2013, his work captivates with its expressive power and represents a promising artistic investment.
Artist Portraits
Donald Baechler: The Artist Between Neo-Expressionism and Pop Art
Sep 11, 2024
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5 minutes read
Donald Baechler was an influential American painter and sculptor associated with the Neo-expressionist movement of the 1980s. Raised in a Quaker family, Baechler developed an early interest in art, influenced by his maternal grandmother. After studying at the Maryland Institute College of Art and Cooper Union, he moved to Germany, where he embraced Neo-expressionism....
Artist Portraits
Sterling Ruby: Art, Psychology & Social Commentary
Oct 29, 2024
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11 minutes read
Sterling Ruby, born on January 21, 1972, is a versatile American artist known for his work across multiple media, including ceramics, painting, sculpture, and textiles. His art is often displayed in expansive, intricate installations that draw on a wide array of influences, such as urban culture, mental health themes, and social issues like globalization and American decline...
Artist Portraits
Dan Colen: Exploring Materiality, Pop Culture, and the Boundaries of Contemporary Art
Sep 5, 2024
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5 minutes read
Dan Colen is an American contemporary artist known for his experimental use of unconventional materials like chewing gum, flowers, and trash, blending pop culture references with fine art. His work explores themes of materiality, chance, and the boundaries between high and low culture.
Lifestyle
The Lives of Artists on Screen: Films That Capture Creativity and Struggle
Mar 11, 2025
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6 minutes read
Artists have long fascinated filmmakers, providing rich material for stories about passion, genius, and turmoil. These films depict their artistic journeys while offering insight into their struggles and triumphs, bringing the world of art to life through figures like Van Gogh and Pollock.