Artist Portraits
Yuehua He: I underwent a rigorous study
Dec 3, 2024
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7 minutes read
"I have undergone rigorous basic study and training since I was a child. When I was a teenager, I drew nearly a hundred sketches of plaster statues. My method was to first spend dozens of hours on in-depth study and characterization, and then, divorced from the actual objects, I drew silently from memory."...
Artist Portraits
Jean Turco, the art of sharing pleasure
Sep 7, 2022
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8 minutes read
Jean Turco's idea has always been to share the pleasure he felt in seeing one or other of the things that present themselves to our gaze, either as they really are when the light puts them in value, either in the way I see them, to take them out of context to make images that illustrate an idea, a smile or a message to a muse, a friend, a collector or a simple stranger...
Art News
Running out of ideas for the holidays? Our gift guide is here to help you
Dec 6, 2022
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7 minutes read
Half the fun of receiving a gift is ripping open the wrapper and being surprised, so who would expect a beautiful work of art at Christmas? The art is for all intents and purposes a unique idea for a Christmas gift!
Art History
Surrealism: from the 20th century to contemporary art
Jun 12, 2022
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7 minutes read
Salvador Dalí forever changed his approach to the art world when, some eighty years ago, he procured a diving suit, pursuing the intent of wearing it to an important conference in order to "delve into the depths of the human subconscious...
Artist Portraits
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.
Art News
Environmental vandalism at the National Gallery: The disfigured portrait of King Charles III
Jul 27, 2023
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2 minutes read
Environmental activists have vandalized the portrait of King Charles III at the National Gallery in Edinburgh, despite his support for environmental causes. The group 'This is Rigged' are calling for a halt to oil and gas licenses in Scotland, threatening to 'shut down the oil industry' until their demands are met.
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 History
The remake of Las Meninas by Diego Velázquez
Nov 11, 2021
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7 minutes read
Las Meninas by Velázquez, a Spanish masterpiece from the seventeenth-century, which has been reinterpreted by many famous painters, including Goya and Picasso, is still an object of investigation by artists from all over the world, such as those in our collection.
Art History
Realism and Surrealism: The Human Being Between Reality and Dream
Apr 22, 2025
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7 minutes read
Realism, rooted in the 19th century, depicts the human body in real and often harsh contexts, emphasizing social injustices, as seen in Daumier’s Rue Transnonain. In contrast, 20th-century Surrealism, influenced by Freud’s psychoanalysis, uses dreams and the unconscious to transform the human body into a symbol of desires and fears...
Art History
Top 5 Most Famous Still Life Paintings in Art History
Oct 22, 2021
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7 minutes read
Some are known for their beauty, some are famous for their mysteries, and some for the anecdotes that gravitate around it. Today, quick overview of still lifes through the ages: from fruit bowls to vegetable baskets, from bald skulls to flowering vases, you might be surprised!
Artist Portraits
Mario Schifano: A Visionary of Italian Contemporary Art
Aug 12, 2024
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10 minutes read
Mario Schifano, an Italian painter, filmmaker, and avant-garde artist, stands out as one of the most influential figures in post-war Italian art. Schifano's work is characterized by a deep exploration of contemporary culture, where he used various media to express the complexities of modern life...
Art History
Art: two points of view on the Vietnam War
Feb 15, 2023
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9 minutes read
Jumping rich centuries of history and tradition, we come at once to externalize the viewpoint of one of the most celebrated artists of the Vietnamese twentieth century, namely Nguyen Phan Chanh, a pioneer of silk painting within his nation's artistic investigation, who, despite his training at the Ecole des Beaux-arts d'Indochine an institution founded at the time in French Indochina...
Artist Portraits
Jean-Marie Gitard (M. STRANGE), works of art with a surprise effect
Oct 1, 2022
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8 minutes read
Mr. STRANGE's works are characterized by surprise, surrealism, strangeness, eccentricity and oddity, born from an extremely productive contemplation of Google images...
Artist Portraits
Judith Riemer: In Search of Space for My Imagination
Jun 11, 2024
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8 minutes read
"My inspiration to create art and become an artist is the result of a variety of events and emotions. I grew up in a rural environment and spent my childhood playing outside in nature, exploring everything there was to discover. However, as an only child, I was often alone, and with my sensitivity and creative imagination, I often felt different from the other children."
Artist Portraits
Rob Pruitt: A Visionary Post-Conceptual American Artist
Nov 12, 2024
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8 minutes read
Rob Pruitt (born 1963/1964) is an American post-conceptual artist known for his diverse work in painting, installation, and sculpture, without a single defined style or medium. He describes his art as highly personal and autobiographical. Pruitt has exhibited widely in New York and internationally, with a mid-career retrospective at the Aspen Art Museum in 2013...
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.
Artist Portraits
Ji Dachun: The Acid Humor of a Chinese Conceptual Minimalist
Apr 29, 2025
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9 minutes read
Ji Dachun , a contemporary Chinese artist, is distinguished by his minimalist and ironic work that critiques consumer society and questions Chinese cultural identity. His growing influence is reflected in his unique style, his rejection of dominant codes, and his impact on the younger generation of Chinese artists.
Art History
Graffiti: history, vocabulary, and pioneers
Oct 21, 2023
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8 minutes read
Before we begin with the presentation of some pioneers of graffiti, I would like to take you back to the "school desks" again...
Artist Portraits
Wim Delvoye: Redefining Art Through Provocation and Innovation
Aug 8, 2024
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8 minutes read
Wim Delvoye is a contemporary Belgian neo-conceptual artist known for his provocative and innovative works that blend philosophical concepts with diverse materials, often challenging traditional art boundaries. His notable projects include the "Cloaca" series, which simulates the digestive process, and intricately tattooed pig skins that juxtapose Gothic and modern elements.
Pop Culture
When Comics pays tribute to Masterpieces of Art History
May 7, 2021
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9 minutes read
Art and Comics, two disciplines that share as many common points as divergences. Let's discover together the borders that distinguish them and the bridges that bring them together: we take you on a great illustrated adventure.
Artist Portraits
Ielizaveta Portnova: It's a choice I made in my early childhood
Jan 7, 2025
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10 minutes read
"It all started with drawing and painting, then in art school I had the chance to try tapestry and fabric printing [batik]. I quickly specialized in ceramics and pottery while trying other art forms such as watercolor, linocut or calligraphy."....
Art History
Bitcoin and Crypto art explained by the artists of Artmajeur
Jun 18, 2023
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8 minutes read
Collecting is a very ancient phenomenon, so much so that already in the Mesopotamian civilizations, among the royalty and elite classes of the 3rd century B.C...
Artist Portraits
Andrii Kyrychenko: I am passionate about art and ceramics
Oct 15, 2024
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9 minutes read
"Since childhood, I have been passionate about art and ceramics, but fate has made me end up studying engineering. I think that, in a way, it is this technical approach to life that made me want to return to 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
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...
Artist Portraits
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.
Art News
Marianna De Marzi: Being a curator allows me to feed my many curiosities
Mar 28, 2025
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9 minutes read
"Being a curator allows me to feed my many curiosities by exploring diverse fields—from science to anthropology, including literature, philosophy, and politics. We find ourselves at the heart of contemporary questions, revealed by the sensitivity of artists and their works."
Artist Portraits
Brother X, constantly innovating
May 10, 2023
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4 minutes read
"I have been involved in art for over 30 years. At age 24, I had my first exhibition at a time when I was still working on painting, pencil drawings and abstract art..."
Art News
The Joan Mitchell Foundation tells Louis Vuitton to stop using paintings in ads for handbags
Feb 22, 2023
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4 minutes read
The Joan Mitchell Foundation has accused the high-end fashion company Louis Vuitton of using at least three of the artist's works without permission in an ad campaign for handbags that sell for up to $10,500 and feature actress Léa Seydoux.
Lifestyle
Gwyneth Paltrow, from art history to collecting
Aug 11, 2023
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10 minutes read
Renowned actress and lifestyle influencer Gwyneth Paltrow boasts a home that reflects her signature refined and sophisticated taste. Bathed in natural light, her dwelling showcases Minimalist artworks by prominent figures like Ed Ruscha and John Baldessari...
Artist Portraits
Isa Genzken's Take on Modern Consumer Culture Through Art
Nov 18, 2024
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10 minutes read
Isa Genzken is a groundbreaking German contemporary artist known for her innovative sculptures, installations, and multimedia works that explore themes of modernity, urban life, and consumer culture. Her art is characterized by the use of diverse materials and found objects, often blending high and low culture to create thought-provoking, avant-garde pieces.
Art History
Love in Art History: From the Renaissance to Pop Art
Feb 5, 2025
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11 minutes read
From the ethereal sculptures of ancient Greece to the passionate expressions of the Baroque, and on to the bold transformations of Cubism and Pop Art, love is analyzed and dissected through various artistic movements that have captured and reinterpreted its changing essence...
Artist Portraits
From Paris Streets to Global Art Scenes: The Story of Onemizer’s Art
Jul 5, 2024
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4 minutes read
Onemizer is a contemporary French artist who brings the energy of street art into the gallery space, combining vibrant graffiti techniques with pop culture influences. His work explores themes of expression and social commentary through dynamic, colorful creations.
Artist Portraits
Amaya F Fariza, an inner feeling
Apr 26, 2023
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13 minutes read
"It's an inner feeling. Every day I look at the things that surround me, the things that contemporary artists do, the landscape of my city, the people, the light... The grandeur that Nature offers, which the classics admired so much".
Artist Portraits
M. Chat: The Grinning Cat That Took the World by Storm
Aug 9, 2024
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5 minutes read
M. Chat is a French street artist known for his signature cartoonish cat characters, which he began creating in the early 2000s. His vibrant and playful artworks appear on urban surfaces around the world, making a distinctive mark on the street art scene.
Art History
Start an Art Collection: Tips and Must-Have Pieces for a New Collector
Mar 11, 2025
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11 minutes read
Are you new to the art world and eager to start your collection but don't know where to begin? Don't worry! We've created a few profiles of novice collectors so you can identify yourself in one of them and discover your unique style...