Artist Portraits
Julian Opie, Renowned Minimalist and Pop Art Visionary
Feb 10, 2025
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7 minutes read
Julian Opie is a British contemporary artist known for his distinctive minimalist style, which simplifies figures, portraits, and landscapes into bold lines and flat colors. His work, influenced by pop art and digital technology, spans paintings, sculptures, and LED installations, with pieces in major museums like Tate, MoMA, and the National Portrait Gallery.
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Thaddaeus Ropac to open new gallery in Milan
Jan 10, 2025
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2 minutes read
Thaddaeus Ropac Gallery will open its seventh contemporary art space in the Palazzo Belgioioso in Milan in the fall of 2025, under the direction of Elena Bonanno di Linguaglossa. Part of a booming art market, the new gallery will strengthen Ropac’s expansion in Europe while building on the city’s vibrant artistic history.
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
Giovanni Morgese, the art that reveals the secrets of life
Dec 12, 2021
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4 minutes read
Giovanni Morgese's artistic production, which results from the assembly of poor and discarded materials, was created with the intention of revealing the secrets of human life ...
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FIAC: in Paris, the heart of art is building again!
Oct 20, 2021
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5 minutes read
The French capital is ready to welcome visitors back to FIAC with a new location, new exhibitors, and a new status as an art marketplace.
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.
Art History
Representations of Yom Kippur in Art
Apr 16, 2024
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10 minutes read
The depiction of Yom Kippur in art reveals how artists have captured themes of repentance, redemption, and solemnity through various media, highlighting iconic works such as Maurycy Gottlieb's "Yom Kippur" and Micha's "Jonah." Bar-Am. These works illustrate the deep impact and spiritual significance of the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
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The Peril of Selfies in Museums: A Growing Concern for Art Preservation
Feb 21, 2024
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2 minutes read
Insurance companies highlight a trend where selfies in museums lead to artwork damage, prompting calls for stricter protective measures.
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Porsche Pushes Art Cars To New Heights
Nov 17, 2021
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2 minutes read
Porsche collaborated with Art Battle to create an art car competition. Live and virtual audiences voted for their favorite creations. Before the coverings are removed, the cars will be accessible for media drives and photoshoots.
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Frieze Los Angeles: Bridging Local Talent and International Art Scenes
Feb 29, 2024
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1 minutes read
Frieze Los Angeles, now in its fifth year, emphasizes the integration of local artists and galleries while expanding its international reach, showcasing around 95 exhibitors. The fair nurtures a dynamic art scene through its Focus sector and public art initiatives, reinforcing Los Angeles' position as a key cultural hub.
Artist Portraits
Gaetano Ligrani: The artist of introspection and serenity
Dec 27, 2024
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4 minutes read
Gaetano Ligrani, an Italian artist who combines design, architecture, and visual art, creates surreal and meditative works that explore the relationship between space, light, and solitude. His art, marked by a fusion of geometry and nature, offers an aesthetic and introspective depth, making him a must-see artist in the contemporary art world.
Lifestyle
Charles Saatchi's Impact on Contemporary Art
Oct 25, 2023
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7 minutes read
Charles Saatchi is a British art collector and former advertising executive known for his extensive contemporary art collection and patronage of the Young British Artists (YBAs). He co-founded the prominent advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi and established the influential Saatchi Gallery in London.
Art History
A Home That Speaks of You: Art as a Mirror of Your Emotions
Jan 21, 2025
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9 minutes read
Buying art is not just an aesthetic act, but a deeply personal choice, driven by the desire to surround oneself with what nourishes the soul. We therefore present some types of artworks, each designed to meet the different emotional needs of four types of art lovers...
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Art and science united for the planet: an innovative project in Finland
Feb 18, 2025
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3 minutes read
In Finland, the Climate Clock Oulu project brings together artists and scientists to raise awareness about climate change through an immersive public art trail , which will be inaugurated in June 2026 as part of Oulu 2026, European Capital of Culture.
Artist Portraits
Gabriel Cristian Matei: art symbolically represent the territory of absolute freedom
Nov 4, 2023
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10 minutes read
"I believe that art symbolically represent the territory of absolute freedom."...
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Moco Museum Brings Contemporary Art Icons to London’s Marble Arch
Aug 14, 2024
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1 minutes read
Moco Museum has softly launched its new London location at Marble Arch, offering Instagram-friendly exhibitions featuring works by iconic artists like Jeff Koons and Jean-Michel Basquiat, ahead of its official inauguration on September 10, with a significant £15 million investment and an aim to attract 300,000 visitors in its first year.
Art History
Asalha Puja and Art: A Harmonious Celebration of Dharma
Jun 17, 2024
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12 minutes read
The Asalha Puja, an important Buddhist celebration marking the Buddha's first sermon, is enriched by various forms of artistic expression such as paintings, frescoes and sculptures, incorporating both traditional and modern techniques.
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Gagosian in Paris: the largest art gallery in the world opens a third gallery in the French capital
Sep 16, 2021
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2 minutes read
Gagosian, the world's biggest art gallery, will open a new location in Paris. Historic Hotel Lotti will host the brand's newest gallery location. Gagosian's other Paris locations will simultaneously have a new Calder show and two monumental pieces on display.
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MUAC Shuts Down Ana Gallardo Exhibit Amid Graffiti Scandal: Art or Provocation?
Oct 15, 2024
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2 minutes read
MUAC closed Ana Gallardo's exhibition after a controversy surrounding a piece about a sex worker and the defacement of the artwork with graffiti. The incident sparked discussions on censorship, art, and the limits of provocation in public spaces.
Art History
The Richness and Diversity of Diwali Art
Apr 15, 2024
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11 minutes read
Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a major Hindu festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. In art, Diwali is often depicted through vibrant paintings, intricate rangoli designs, and illuminated sculptures, capturing the joyous spirit and cultural significance of the celebration.
Lifestyle
The Burger Collection's Journey in Contemporary Art and Cultural Impact
Nov 21, 2023
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4 minutes read
The Burgers, Monique and Max, are Swiss collectors who initiated the renowned Burger Collection in the late 1990s, focusing on contemporary art from globally acclaimed artists. Their dedication extends beyond collecting, as they actively support various institutions, contribute to philanthropy, and play influential roles in the art community.
Artist Portraits
Blek le Rat: The Father of Stencil Graffiti and Urban Art
Aug 1, 2024
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6 minutes read
Blek le Rat, a pioneering French graffiti artist and the "Father of stencil graffiti," has profoundly influenced urban art with his innovative stencil techniques and socially conscious themes, inspiring a global movement and artists like Banksy, while remaining dedicated to street art's public visibility despite his success in galleries.
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Mexico City Art Week 2025: A Preview of Zona Maco and Emerging Trends
Feb 4, 2025
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3 minutes read
Mexico City Art Week 2025 , with Zona Maco as its focal point, is a major event that highlights Latin American contemporary art by bringing together 200 galleries from 29 countries and supporting emerging artists. Thanks to initiatives such as Ruberta and proyectosLA , the Latin American art scene is strengthening and establishing itself in the international art market.
Art History
Warm and Cool Colors in Art
Mar 5, 2024
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10 minutes read
Warm and cool colors will be showcased within the narrative of art history, following two basic intentions: the first is to juxtapose classic masterpieces with contemporary works from Artmajeur, while the other consists of comparing two types of writing...
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...
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Bernardo Paz: Art holds greater power than technology
Jan 8, 2024
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12 minutes read
Bernardo Paz, a prominent figure in the Brazilian steel industry and an avid art collector, established the Instituto Inhotim in the 1980s...
Art History
The art of "ruins": yesterday and today
Mar 29, 2023
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8 minutes read
Find a safe, quiet and peaceful place, sit on the ground with your knees resting in front of you, your hands and arms relaxed, and imagine...
Artist Portraits
Jef Aérosol: Bridging the Gap Between Ephemeral Street Art and Lasting Impact
Jul 22, 2024
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8 minutes read
Jean-François Perroy, known as Jef Aérosol, is a renowned 67-year-old French stencil artist born in Nantes on January 15, 1957, who has significantly influenced urban art since the 1980s with his iconic works and contributions to the street art movement.
Artist Portraits
Ling Chang: The Art of Color
Mar 10, 2025
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3 minutes read
Ling Chang, a self-taught artist from Costa Rica, creates vibrant and emotional works exploring themes of beauty, imperfection, and the transient nature of life through a variety of techniques and a strong influence of Wabi Sabi . Investing in her work means supporting an artist whose unique and profound oeuvre is destined for growing recognition, combining authenticity and innovation.
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Kyrylo Bondarenko, experimental and social art
Feb 16, 2022
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3 minutes read
Kyrylo Bondarenko is an artist always ready to experiment, involved in multiple artistic projects at a time, sometimes made in order to help the most difficult situations that surround him...
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A very original new mini golf course created by an artist for the Cranbrook Art Museum!
May 25, 2022
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2 minutes read
A new miniature golf course designed by an artist on the grounds of the Cranbrook Art Museum aims to bring more metro Detroiters to a pristine, underutilized greenspace in Bloomfield Hills.
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Social Media Threat Shuts Down NC Art Museum
Sep 24, 2024
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2 minutes read
The North Carolina Museum of Art was evacuated and closed after a social media threat prompted a criminal investigation by State Capitol Police and the State Bureau of Investigation. While no immediate danger was found, the museum remains closed until Wednesday as a precaution, with authorities continuing to investigate the situation.
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François Pinault: an eminent figure among art connoisseurs
Sep 26, 2023
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9 minutes read
François Pinault, born on August 21, 1936, is a French tycoon in the world of business. He is renowned as the founder of the opulent conglomerate Kering and the investment holding entity Artémis...
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...
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Giuseppe Penone in London: when nature sculpts art
Apr 8, 2025
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2 minutes read
The exhibition "Thoughts in the Roots" retraces the work of Giuseppe Penone by blending art, nature, and living matter, in a profound dialogue between sculptures and the environment. Through a stroll between galleries and landscapes, the visitor discovers an organic work, where nature becomes a co-author of artistic creation.
Artist Portraits
Dirk Krull : Art, Plastic Waste & Nature
Oct 22, 2020
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3 minutes read
An army of plastics to assault the most beautiful landscapes on the planet!