Artist Portraits
Angelika Poels, the eternal feeling of wanting to create
Jan 23, 2022
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4 minutes read
The art of Angelika Poels, which uses different techniques and materials, can arise from the most spontaneous ideas of the artist, but also from the observation of reality and the world of art ...
Artist Portraits
Gabriel Orozco: Redefining Contemporary Art Through Everyday Encounters
Feb 11, 2025
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9 minutes read
Gabriel Orozco is a prominent Mexican contemporary artist known for his innovative use of sculpture, photography, and painting, often exploring themes of space, perception, and transformation. His work combines everyday objects and geometric forms, challenging conventional boundaries between art, nature, and the human experience.
Artist Portraits
Benjamin Shine: Sculpting Light and Form with Tulle
Aug 9, 2024
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4 minutes read
Benjamin Shine is a contemporary British artist known for his innovative use of tulle fabric to create intricate, ethereal portraits and sculptures. His work explores themes of light, form, and the interplay between material and immaterial, often blurring the lines between painting and sculpture.
Artist Portraits
Brazo: a strong desire to communicate emotions
Jan 1, 2025
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4 minutes read
"Since childhood, I have had a strong desire to communicate the emotions I feel and to express them using a space free from rules and interference. I have always found this possibility in art."
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
Thomas Brémaud (La Pointe): the wire-to-point technique
Jun 18, 2024
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4 minutes read
"My artistic journey began with the wire-to-point technique, exploring my imagination and my thirst for escape. Over time, my daring creativity led me to face the canvas, revealing a remarkable artistic evolution." ..
Lifestyle
In Afghanistan, the first female street artist taunts the Taliban
Nov 7, 2021
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4 minutes read
Afghanistan's first female street artist is Shamsia Hassani. The compositions of Hassani are both of women in a male-dominated culture and create an impression of the clash between light and darkness. However, she had to deal with cultural and social issues as well as a lack of spaces where graffiti could be done.
Artist Portraits
Vibrant Dimensions: David Gerstein's Three-Dimensional Art
Jun 25, 2024
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9 minutes read
Born in 1944 in Jerusalem, David Gerstein revolutionized contemporary art with his shift from figurative painting to dynamic three-dimensional sculptures. Influenced by pop art icons like Lichtenstein and Hockney, Gerstein blends vibrant colors with industrial materials like steel and aluminum. His 40+ global public sculptures emphasize accessibility and impact, cementing his profound influence on contemporary art and public installations worldwide.
Artist Portraits
Matthew Barney: A Leading Figure in Performance, Avant-Garde Film, and Contemporary Art
Feb 3, 2025
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10 minutes read
Matthew Barney is an American artist known for his ambitious multimedia works that blend film, sculpture, drawing, and performance. His most renowned project, the "Cremaster Cycle", explores themes of creation, sexuality, and mythology through a visually striking and conceptual approach.
Artist Portraits
Arturo Herrera: Mastering Rhythmic Visual Collage Art
Nov 19, 2024
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10 minutes read
Arturo Herrera, a Venezuelan-born, Berlin-based artist (b. 1959), is known for his collage-rooted works blending pop iconography, abstraction, and figuration. His art explores ambiguity through fragmentation, repetition, and dislocation, engaging memory and fantasy...
Artist Portraits
Miss.Tic: The Iconic Pioneer of Parisian Street Art and Feminist Expression
Jul 22, 2024
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4 minutes read
Miss.Tic was a pioneering French street artist renowned for her evocative stencils that explored themes of feminism and identity. Her distinctive work, which spanned both urban spaces and galleries, established her as a significant figure in contemporary art.
Artist Portraits
Evgeny Chubarov: A Journey from Figurative Art to Monumental Abstraction
Sep 18, 2024
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5 minutes read
Evgeny Chubarov (1934–2012) was a Russian painter and sculptor, renowned for his transition from figurative art to pure abstraction, which he developed over decades while working in Moscow, Berlin, and New York. His dynamic compositions, filled with bold lines and intense brushstrokes, challenge traditional artistic norms and reflect his deep engagement with the expressive potential of abstract art.
Artist Portraits
The Artistic Legacy of Tom Wesselmann: Transforming the Everyday
Aug 22, 2024
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6 minutes read
Tom Wesselmann (1931–2004) was a pioneering American artist and central figure in the Pop Art movement, celebrated for his bold and provocative works that transformed everyday objects into vibrant, large-scale compositions, challenging traditional notions of beauty and art, and his legacy continues to inspire through numerous significant exhibitions and retrospectives worldwide.
Artist Portraits
Babatunde Bakare: drawing makes me express myself
Apr 30, 2024
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5 minutes read
"I have really loved drawing right from my little age, it is something that, and I found joy doing it, the major event that triggers this journey started in my primary school I was the best art students among my peers and even I do usually help some of my teacher in drawing on the chalk board."...
Artist Portraits
Harold Ancart: Architectural Abstraction in Nature
Oct 8, 2024
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5 minutes read
Explore Harold Ancart's unique blend of abstraction, landscapes, vibrant colors, minimalism, and architecture. Discover how he transforms nature into striking contemporary art.
Art News
Art Düsseldorf 2025: Where Innovation Meets Inspiration
Mar 25, 2025
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5 minutes read
Art Düsseldorf 2025 is set to be a landmark event in the contemporary art world. From April 11 to 13, the fair will take place at the Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, attracting galleries, artists, and art lovers from around the globe. Known for its innovative approach, this year’s edition promises to offer a range of exciting exhibitions, new sections, and thought-provoking themes.
Art History
Gismonda by Alfons Maria Mucha
May 25, 2023
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11 minutes read
Alfons Maria Mucha, internationally known as Alphonse Mucha, was a Czech painter, illustrator, and graphic artist who resided in Paris during the Art Nouveau era...
Art History
Masterpieces Explained: Nighthawks by Edward Hopper
Oct 15, 2021
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4 minutes read
As a symbol of a deep and melancholic America, Nighthawks is an essential monument of modern art. But why is it so famous throughout the world?
Artist Portraits
Kara Walker: Artistic Controversies, Career Milestones, and Personal Insights
Apr 2, 2025
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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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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing image editing
Aug 4, 2023
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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.
Artist Portraits
Barbsie: I’ve always been interested in painting
Apr 2, 2024
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6 minutes read
"I’ve always been interested in painting and I love the process but the decision to become an artist came after my psychological transformation. I realized art possess the power of to make changes in someone’s life."...
Lifestyle
Tom Ford's Universe: From Fashion and Film to Art and Collecting
Sep 9, 2023
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5 minutes read
Tom Ford is a globally renowned fashion designer known for his luxury clothing. In addition to his fashion career, he is also a filmmaker and passionate art collector, celebrated for his discerning taste in the art world.
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The best art schools in Africa
Feb 21, 2025
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5 minutes read
Discover the best art schools in Africa, from South Africa to Morocco. These prestigious institutions train the artists and designers of tomorrow through programs of excellence.
Art History
Celebrating Holi Through Art: A Journey in Color
Apr 22, 2024
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12 minutes read
During Holi, art takes various forms, from the intricate designs of rangoli at doorsteps to the elaborate staging of plays and musicals that depict stories from Hindu scriptures...
Artist Portraits
Jérôme Mesnager and the Evolution of Contemporary Graffiti
Jul 30, 2024
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6 minutes read
Jérôme Mesnager, a pioneering street artist born in Colmar, France, is renowned for creating the iconic Homme en blanc (White Man), a symbol of light, strength, and peace, which has left a lasting impact on the contemporary graffiti and urban art movement from 1980 to 2009, inspiring the global art community with his innovative approach.
Artist Portraits
Urs Fischer: Swiss Artist's Wax Sculptures & Anti-Art
Oct 17, 2024
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12 minutes read
Urs Fischer, a Swiss-born artist, has made a big splash in the contemporary creative world. His pieces, made from unexpected materials, push the limits of what we think of as art. They make us think about how things change and how short-lived life can be.
Artist Portraits
Alessandro Piano, the love of art and toys
Jun 4, 2022
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5 minutes read
Alessandro Piano, collector of contemporary art and toys, has combined these two passions in the creation of sculptures which, mainly made of epoxy resin, recall the world of childhood in the 70s and 80s...
Artist Portraits
Charles Arnoldi: Innovating Abstract Art Through Material and Form
Sep 4, 2024
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5 minutes read
Charles Arnoldi is an American contemporary artist known for his abstract paintings, sculptures, and prints, utilizing a diverse range of materials including sticks, wood, and bronze. His innovative approach blends painting and sculpture, often exploring the boundaries between these mediums through dynamic, textured compositions.
Art History
The Lantern Festival's Influence on Art
May 23, 2024
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8 minutes read
Explore the evolution of the Lantern Festival through contemporary art, witnessing a fusion of ancient customs with modern creativity. From innovative lantern designs to large-scale public installations and international collaborations, discover how this age-old celebration continues to shine brightly in the world of art.
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Hong Kong: the new art market
Apr 20, 2022
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5 minutes read
The Covid-19 pandemic has damaged, and transformed forever, the Western art market, leading to the cancellation of important fairs and events, as well as the inevitable closure of some galleries. In this context, however, the Asian world has shown all its strength and resilience, imposing itself in the global market...
Artist Portraits
Stefano Galli: The innate desire to draw
Jan 14, 2025
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6 minutes read
"The innate desire to draw and then paint has never taken away my impression that it is something natural for everyone to do. For my part, although not pursuing it for exhibition purposes, I have always nurtured drawing and various painting techniques over time. Following certain circumstances that allowed me to devote more time to painting, I followed the path indicated by the various exhibition opportunities that came my way."
Art History
Precious Materials in Contemporary Art: Bronze, Glass, and Marble
Jan 14, 2025
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12 minutes read
Contemporary art continues to experiment with precious and ancient materials, giving new life and meaning to millennia-old traditions. We will explore the history and evolution of three fundamental mediums: bronze, glass, and marble...
Art History
Paul Gauguin
May 5, 2023
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14 minutes read
Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was a French post-impressionist painter who is well-known for his use of bold colors, simplified forms, and his incorporation of themes from indigenous cultures in his work. He was born in Paris and worked as a stockbroker before devoting himself to painting...
Artist Portraits
Pia Andersen: I always wanted to be an artist
Dec 26, 2023
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7 minutes read
"I always wanted to be an artist. My father encouraged me to draw and paint. When I was 10 years old, he gave me a small easel and a box of oil colors. Ever since I have been addicted to painting."...
Artist Portraits
Sergey Sovkov, Color as a reference point
Aug 28, 2022
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6 minutes read
Oil painting has always been the preferred technique of Sergey Sovkov, who, when creating each painting, always tries to improve it in order to find new creative expressions...
Lifestyle
Solita Cohen: Art is a family passion
Jan 11, 2024
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6 minutes read
Art enthusiast Solita Cohen fondly recalls the enduring influence of her parents, Sadie and Simy Cohen, in sparking her interest in art during her childhood in Caracas, Venezuela...