Artist Portraits
Ya Tsai Chiu: The poetic imprint of a contemporary Taiwanese master
Apr 4, 2025
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7 minutes read
Ya Tsai Chiu, a Taiwanese artist born in 1949 and who died in 2013, established himself on the international scene with his unique style combining sculpture, drawing and painting, with emblematic works such as The Dance of Flames and Vital Energy . His popularity has continued to grow, and his creations are now highly sought after, testifying to the importance of his legacy in contemporary Asian art.
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May the Force be with Art: Artistic Celebration of Star Wars Day
Apr 28, 2025
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7 minutes read
ArtMajeur presents a selection of contemporary works inspired by Star Wars, combining digital art, painting, and collage to revisit the saga's icons from new perspectives. Each creation pays homage to George Lucas's universe while exploring current themes such as duality, consumerism, and artistic reinvention.
Art History
How Women Artists Are Redesigning the Artistic Landscape on Artmajeur
Jun 4, 2024
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15 minutes read
The journey of women in the art world has been long and tortuous, often hampered by socio-cultural barriers that limited their recognition until the advent of women's rights movements in the 20th century. Today, platforms such as Artmajeur celebrate and amplify female talent in a wide range of art media...
Art History
Hi Barbie, Hi Ken!
Jul 23, 2023
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8 minutes read
Avoiding dwelling at length on the ways in which advertisements have come to be part of our lives today, occupying them nefariously for almost every second, taking the most varied forms, it is good to reveal how man was once actually free to choose what he needed, simply by employing his brain...
Art History
Top 5 Mysteriously Missing Masterpieces
Oct 30, 2020
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7 minutes read
Today, let's look back at the tragic destiny of 5 prestigious and priceless artworks that have disappeared from the radars of the art world.
Art History
Dance at the Moulin de la Galette by Auguste Renoir
Jun 7, 2023
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8 minutes read
"Le Bal du Moulin de la Galette" is a famous painting by Auguste Renoir. Made in 1876, it depicts a lively and joyful scene at an open-air ball at the famous Moulin de la Galette in Montmartre, Paris.
Lifestyle
Alain Delon: The collection of a movie star
Oct 5, 2023
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8 minutes read
The art collection of Alain Delon, the iconic film star of the 1960s and 1970s and one of the most enduring sex symbols in cinematic history, went under the hammer at Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr in Paris...
Artist Portraits
Roberto Matta: Bridging Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism
Jul 17, 2024
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8 minutes read
Roberto Matta, born in 1911 in Santiago, Chile, became a pivotal figure in 20th-century art through his mastery of abstract expressionism and surrealism, transitioning from architecture to painting and earning international acclaim for his innovative techniques and profound exploration of cosmic themes, influencing artists globally until his death in 2002.
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.
Artist Portraits
René Daniëls: The Visionary Painter Who Bridged Abstraction and Language
Mar 24, 2025
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8 minutes read
René Daniëls is a Dutch painter known for his conceptual and expressive approach to painting, blending art history, literature, and cultural references with wit and ambiguity. Emerging in the late 1970s, he gained international recognition in the 1980s and remains influential in contemporary art, with works housed in major museums worldwide.
Art History
Three innovations in photographic still life
Mar 26, 2023
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8 minutes read
A small table illuminated by soft light reminds us of the inexorable precariousness of our lives, harboring on its surface wilting flowers, skulls, and a few possessions of luxuries that will prove quite useless once we cross the threshold of the beyond grave...
Lifestyle
Alec Baldwin: Art, love, and disappointment
Oct 30, 2023
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8 minutes read
The 30 Rock actor made waves when he sued reseller Mary Boone for selling him a different version of Ross Bleckner's Sea and Mirror than the one he intended to buy...
Art History
What's the color for 2024?
Jan 2, 2024
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8 minutes read
Before revealing the color of the year clearly, I'll provide you with some clues that will gradually lead us to the shade chosen as the 2024 Pantone color. To begin in this direction, there is a fruit that can introduce us to the hue chosen by this American company, and that is the peach, whose juicy nectar has also inspired great masterpieces in the history of art by masters such as....
Art History
Chongyang Festival in Art: Honoring Bravery and Community Spirit
Jun 14, 2024
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8 minutes read
The Chongyang Festival, or Double Ninth Festival, an ancient Chinese holiday on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month since the Eastern Han dynasty (25–220 AD), symbolizes positive yang energy. Traditions include mountain climbing, chrysanthemum liquor, and wearing zhuyu leaves for purification. oday, it continues as a celebration of cultural heritage, inspiring artistic expressions that blend historical themes with creativity.
Artist Portraits
Ghada Amer: The Intersection of Feminism and Embroidery in Contemporary Art
Sep 6, 2024
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8 minutes read
Ghada Amer, born May 22, 1963, in Cairo, is a pioneering Egyptian-American artist renowned for her exploration of gender and sexuality through mediums like her distinctive embroidered paintings. Her innovative work has earned her numerous awards and global recognition, cementing her role as a key figure in contemporary art and feminist discourse.
Artist Portraits
Antony Gormley: Sculpting the Human Experience
Mar 17, 2025
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8 minutes read
Antony Gormley is a British sculptor known for his explorations of the human form, space, and materiality, often using cast iron and steel to create life-sized body sculptures. His work challenges the boundaries between art, architecture, and nature, encouraging viewers to reflect on their own physical presence in the world.
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Chen Yifei: Between Chinese tradition and international modernity
Apr 15, 2025
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9 minutes read
Chen Yifei, a major figure in contemporary Chinese art, left his mark on his era with a unique style that blended romantic realism, Western aesthetics, and Chinese traditions. From his official debut under Mao to his international recognition, his career reflects a rich, diverse body of work that remains highly sought after on the art market.
Art History
Monet against all!
Feb 1, 2023
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9 minutes read
When people talk to us about Impressionism, generally, we are reminded of the image of the "typical" bearded and somewhat "clochard" French painter, who, intent on painting with his hands smeared with color, sheltering under a parasol or a hat, is ready to capture the changing seasons, lights, shadows and colors, times to manifest themselves on the same subject or multiple...
Art History
The Fascinating History of Monochromes
Apr 9, 2021
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8 minutes read
For some, monochromes are the pure and perfect expression of an artist's talent, for others, they are yet another scam stamped as contemporary art. One thing is certain, the history of these curious genre paintings is captivating, and opens the way to many debates.
Art History
8 Little-known Masterpieces by Vincent van Gogh
Sep 3, 2021
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8 minutes read
In this top, we will not talk about the Starry Night, the Sunflowers or the Self-portraits of Van Gogh. This legendary artist of post-impressionism and Art History in general produced, in his short career, a mountain of fascinating and symbolic artworks.
Art History
Impression, Sunrise by Claude Monet
Jun 13, 2023
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9 minutes read
"Impression, Sunrise" is a famous painting by Claude Monet and a significant work within the Impressionist movement. Created in 1872, it played a crucial role in shaping the direction of modern art.
Art History
Art and feminism
Mar 8, 2023
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9 minutes read
"I became a feminist because I wanted to help my daughters, other women, and myself aspire to more than just a place behind a good man."
Art History
Where do butterflies land?
Nov 14, 2023
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9 minutes read
Butterflies fly, everyone knows. They have also flown in some of the most famous masterpieces in the history of art, falling into the genres of landscape, still life, and portraiture...
Art History
Where Do We Find Fish in Painting?
Jan 31, 2024
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8 minutes read
Following a figurative discourse with a rather traditional character, the pictorial subject of fish primarily appears in three instances: within genre scenes, where it thrives in the context of the market; in still lifes, accompanied by flowers, fruits, etc.; in landscapes...
Artist Portraits
Anish Kapoor: Redefining Contemporary Sculpture Through Reflection and Form
Sep 9, 2024
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8 minutes read
Sir Anish Kapoor, a British-Indian sculptor born in Mumbai in 1954, is celebrated for his groundbreaking installations like Cloud Gate and ArcelorMittal Orbit. Trained in the UK, Kapoor’s innovative use of material and space has earned him the Turner Prize, a knighthood, and global acclaim. His personal life, including multiple marriages, reflects his evolving journey alongside his profound artistic legacy.
Artist Portraits
Berlinde De Bruyckere: Exploring Vulnerability, Mythology, and the Human Condition Through Sculpture
Jan 8, 2025
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9 minutes read
Berlinde De Bruyckere is a Belgian contemporary artist known for her emotionally charged sculptures that explore themes of vulnerability, suffering, and the human condition. Her work often incorporates animal skins, wax, and other materials, blending mythological and historical references to evoke deep emotional responses.
Art History
Art quiz: guess the art technique!
Feb 8, 2023
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9 minutes read
Every time we read a book about art, go to a museum, exhibition or gallery, we can admire, live or on paper, a varying number of works of art, which is always accompanied by the name of the author, the title of the work, the year of execution, the technique, the measurements and the place of preservation...
Art History
5 Artistic Destinations in the Footsteps of Great Artists
May 21, 2021
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9 minutes read
This article is dedicated to art and travel enthusiasts. Through artworks of legendary artists - Van Gogh, Munch, Hopper, Monet and Friedrich - go on an adventure along new trails that will make you discover or rediscover high places of Art History.
Artist Portraits
Hongfeng Guo: Exploring the Infinite Possibilities of Inspiration, Innovation, and Emotional Expression
Dec 17, 2024
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9 minutes read
“My art is a capture and recreation of fleeting perceptions, through the intertwining of color, form, and material, exploring the endless possibilities of emotions and dreams…”
Art History
The Four Elements in Art: Earth, Air, Fire, and Water as Sources of Inspiration
Mar 18, 2025
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9 minutes read
Art has always found nature to be one of its greatest sources of inspiration, and the four elements – Earth, Air, Fire, and Water – have been represented throughout the centuries with profound symbolic and expressive meanings...
Art History
International Dance Day Celebrated with 5 Masterpieces of Ancient Art
Apr 28, 2025
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9 minutes read
On April 29, the world celebrates International Dance Day, established in 1982 by the International Dance Committee (CID) within the International Theatre Institute of UNESCO, to honor all forms and cultures of dance...
Art History
The Creation of Adam (c. 1511) by Michelangelo Buonarroti
Jun 9, 2023
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19 minutes read
On the right side, there is a depiction of God, suspended in the air, surrounded by a halo supported by angels and cherubim. On the left side, we see Adam lying down on a meadow, overlooking a grassy slope...
Art History
The reflection of water in art: from mythology, to Impressionism, and Surrealism
Jan 11, 2023
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10 minutes read
"Here the boy, exhausted by the exertions of the hunt and the heat, came to lie down, attracted by the beauty of the place and the spring, but, as he tries to quench his thirst, another thirst arises: enraptured in posing to drink from the image he sees reflected, he falls in love with a chimera"...
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Miodrag Đurić (Dado)
Jul 13, 2023
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10 minutes read
Miodrag Đurić, born on October 4, 1933, in Cetinje, Montenegro, and passed away on November 27, 2010, in Pontoise, France, was a renowned artist...
Art History
Giuseppe Arcimboldo
Mar 17, 2023
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10 minutes read
Giuseppe Arcimboldo (1527-1593) was an Italian painter who is best known for his portraits made entirely of objects such as fruits, vegetables, flowers, and animals...
Lifestyle
Ellen DeGeneres & Portia de Rossi, a shared artistic passion
Aug 23, 2023
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10 minutes read
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi share a passion for art, with Ellen having auctioned off pieces from her collection, including sheep sculptures, a work by Jean-Michel Basquiat and a creation by Alexander Calder. The couple embodies a commitment to creativity and artistic expression.