Artist Portraits
Luciano Basile: A Personal Interpretation of Post-Impressionism
Feb 6, 2025
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4 minutes read
Luciano Basile, a contemporary Italian painter, roots his art in the great tradition of Post-Impressionism, reinterpreting its principles with a personal and distinctive style. Through a painting technique characterized by vibrant brushstrokes and luminous colors, Basile brings to life works that convey emotion, warmth, and a sense of universal intimacy...
Art History
The Elevation of the Cross (1610–11) by Pieter Paul Rubens
Apr 27, 2023
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9 minutes read
"The Elevation of the Cross" is a famous painting created by Peter Paul Rubens between 1610 and 1611. The painting depicts the moment when Jesus Christ is lifted onto the cross, and it is one of the most celebrated examples of Baroque art...
Art History
The Provence of Cézanne and Van Gogh
Jul 2, 2023
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9 minutes read
The charm of Provence can be described in words, in poems, sometimes in music, as well as through the silent, but certainly impactful and highly expressive, medium of painting, aimed at tinging the colors of a land kissed by the sun...
Art History
Edgar Degas
May 16, 2023
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9 minutes read
Edgar Degas (1834-1917) was a French artist and a leading figure in the Impressionist movement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work showcased his exceptional talent in capturing the essence of modern life, particularly emphasizing subjects like ballet dancers, racehorses, and everyday urban scenes.
Art History
The Significance of Icons in Christianity and Art
Mar 4, 2024
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15 minutes read
Icons hold significant spiritual importance in Christianity, serving as windows to the divine and aids for contemplative prayer. In art, they represent a unique fusion of religious devotion and aesthetic expression, conveying profound theological truths and fostering a connection between the earthly and the divine realms.
Art History
Art and Reverence: Exploring Spiritual Themes on Confucius' Birthday
May 27, 2024
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14 minutes read
Confucius' Birthday is celebrated with rich artistic traditions that honor his philosophical legacy. One notable example is a Western Han dynasty fresco from Dongping County, Shandong, depicting a meeting between Confucius and Laozi...
Lifestyle
The top 5 European Cities for Art Lovers
May 14, 2022
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4 minutes read
There are many of intriguing places to visit in Europe, but where should you go if you're especially interested in art? Whether you go to Paris, London, Rome, or Barcelona, indeed, there are so many places in Europe with world-class art that narrowing the selection down to just 5 towns was difficult. They need not just great museums, but also enough open-air attractions to keep you entertained for weeks, if not months.
Artist Portraits
Pierre Piton: I started professional photography in the early 1980s
Dec 30, 2023
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4 minutes read
"I started professional photography in the early 1980s. At the time I had a dual role: both a judicial investigator and a photographer within the same institution: the Gendarmerie."...
Lifestyle
Alan Lo: Bridging the Worlds of Art, Dining, and Entrepreneurship in Hong Kong
Jan 30, 2024
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4 minutes read
Alan Lo is a multifaceted entrepreneur, restaurateur, property developer, and devoted art collector known for his significant contributions to high-end casual dining and the flourishing art scene in Hong Kong
Artist Portraits
Idan Zareski: The Artist Behind the Bigfoot Family Project
Jul 3, 2024
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4 minutes read
Idan Zareski is an internationally renowned sculptor best known for his Bigfoot Family Project. His dynamic, colorful sculptures explore themes of human connection and cultural unity, with the Bigfoot Family series using whimsical, oversized-foot figures to symbolize peace and a shared human experience.
Art News
Drawing Now Paris 2025: The unmissable event for contemporary drawing
Mar 12, 2025
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4 minutes read
Drawing Now Paris 2025, the first contemporary art fair dedicated to drawing in Europe, will be held from March 27 to 30 at the Carreau du Temple, bringing together international galleries and emerging artists.
Art History
Sebastião Salgado
Jul 21, 2023
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10 minutes read
Sebastião Salgado is a renowned Brazilian photographer known for his impactful black and white images that document social issues and environmental crises. His powerful photographs capture the human condition, highlighting themes such as poverty, migration, and labor around the world.
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Keiko Minami
Jul 14, 2023
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10 minutes read
Keiko Minami, born in 1911 in the Imizu District of Toyama Prefecture, faced a challenging upbringing. Orphaned at a young age, she and her sisters were taken in and raised by their uncle...
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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...
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.
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."...
Artist Portraits
The Legacy of Henri Cartier-Bresson: Capturing the Fleeting Essence of Life
Jul 25, 2024
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10 minutes read
Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908–2004) was a pioneering photographer known for his mastery of candid photography, the "decisive moment," and early 35mm film use. His career included major photojournalistic achievements, influential exhibitions, and co-founding Magnum Photos, leaving a lasting impact on photography and cinéma vérité.
Artist Portraits
Alexander Calder, Pioneer of Kinetic Sculpture
Aug 8, 2024
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10 minutes read
Alexander Calder, a pioneer of kinetic sculpture, transformed modern art with his innovative works that incorporated movement and environmental interaction. His legacy endures, inspiring contemporary artists and captivating audiences worldwide, while enriching our understanding of art and artistic interdisciplinarity.
Artist Portraits
Wolfgang Tillmans: Capturing Subculture Through Photography
Nov 4, 2024
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16 minutes read
Wolfgang Tillmans, born in 1968 in Germany, is an influential photographer known for his diverse work that explores everyday surroundings and the photographic medium. He was the first non-British photographer to win the Turner Prize and has had major retrospectives at prominent institutions like the Museum of Modern Art and Tate Modern...
Art News
UK court finds Tate Modern viewing platform inconvenient
Feb 3, 2023
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5 minutes read
Tourists have been able to see the apartments on the other side of London's most popular art museum for years from the top of the building. Soon, they might no longer be able to do that at all.
Artist Portraits
Vincent Faudemer, I have always worked on the subject of childhood
Aug 19, 2023
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5 minutes read
"My grandmother collected religious Bronzes, my psychiatrist mother helped me a lot to reflect on myself, and on what surrounds me"...
Art History
The portrait "AGAINST" contemporary art
Jan 30, 2022
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4 minutes read
In the world of art, styles, techniques, subjects and points of view have succeeded one another over the centuries, generating particular artistic movements and trends. The portrait genre, which has undergone several evolutions, continues to be a subject investigated by contemporary art...
Artist Portraits
Donatella Marraoni, The desire to tell her story
Jul 30, 2022
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5 minutes read
Donatella Marraoni, an artist who mainly uses construction materials, creates with the aim of telling her story, her past, transforming it into a pictorial narrative in constant evolution...
Artist Portraits
Frédéric Martin, drawing and painting have always been part of my daily life
Jun 7, 2023
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5 minutes read
"My artistic career is the logical continuation of my commitment, 6 years of study at the National School of Applied Arts and Crafts in Paris, then years of drawing, posters and illustrations. "...
Lifestyle
Patrick Sun: A Connoisseur of Art and LGBTQ+ Advocate
Dec 8, 2023
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5 minutes read
Patrick Sun is a Hong Kong-born collector known for his significant art collection, particularly emphasizing LGBTQ+ themes. He gained recognition for founding the Sunpride Foundation in 2014, dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ artists in Asia.
Artist Portraits
Andrei Buryak: As a child, I loved to look at illustrations
Jul 9, 2024
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5 minutes read
"The first profession I wanted to master was that of an illustrator. In 1980 I entered an art college, where, in addition to drawing and painting, I learned about the history of world art, and my desires gained new horizons - I wanted to become an artist!"
Art History
Fishermen at Sea by J. M. W. Turner
Apr 3, 2023
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5 minutes read
"Fishermen at Sea" is a painting created by J. M. W. Turner in 1796. The painting is notable for its dramatic and atmospheric use of light and color, which creates a sense of tension and danger. "Fishermen at Sea" is considered to be one of Turner's early masterpieces, and it demonstrates his skill at capturing the power and majesty of nature.
Lifestyle
Mauro Herlitzka: one of Latin America’s most relevant art collectors
Jan 17, 2024
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5 minutes read
Renowned as one of the most prominent art collectors in Latin America, businessman Mauro Herlitzka is deeply committed to fostering the growth and global visibility of the region's art scene...
Artist Portraits
Malgorzata Lodygowska: drawing what surrounds me
Feb 14, 2024
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5 minutes read
"This has accompanied me since I was a child, it was as natural to me as everyday activities. The subjects that interested me from the very beginning were drawing what surrounded me, and animals, as a child I used to hide in a dog's crate. Among animals I felt safest."...
Artist Portraits
Jisbar: From Pop Art to Space - The Artist’s Evolution
Jul 24, 2024
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5 minutes read
Jisbar is a French pop-street artist renowned for his vibrant reinterpretations of classic artworks, including his notable "Mona Lisa" series, which blends graffiti with contemporary motifs. His distinctive style has earned him recognition in the global art scene and led to high-profile exhibitions and collaborations.
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.
Artist Portraits
Decay, Transgression, and the Silent Withdrawal: The Art of Gu Dexin
Apr 22, 2025
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11 minutes read
Gu Dexin is a pivotal figure in China’s contemporary art scene and a leading voice among the country’s first generation of avant-garde artists, active since the late 1980s. He was among the earliest Chinese artists to present his work internationally and has since gained global acclaim and recognition.
Artist Portraits
Daria Kolosova, a combination of realism and picturesque
Jan 4, 2023
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6 minutes read
Daria Kolosova says: "I was born as an artist. I have been drawing all my life, always and everywhere. My first teacher was my grandfather, who taught descriptive geometry at the university"...
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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
Iryna Kastsova, I still continue to experiment with techniques and styles
Sep 8, 2023
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6 minutes read
"I started painting at the age of 5 with watercolors when I wanted to become an artist. Every summer I spent with my grandmother in the village."
Lifestyle
Angelina Jolie: A Multifaceted Journey through Film, Art, and Philanthropy
Oct 30, 2023
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5 minutes read
Angelina Jolie is an American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian known for her extensive film career, humanitarian efforts, and her deep interest in art. She has a diverse art collection, appreciating contemporary art in various forms, and has actively incorporated art themes into her work, both as an actress and a filmmaker.