Artist Portraits
Rudi Cotroneo, absent protagonists
Mar 15, 2023
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7 minutes read
"Everything started with me when I saw in London in a museum store a book by the artist Richard Hamilton. It was the work "Interior IV"."
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...
Artist Portraits
Glenn Brown: Master of Visual Metamorphosis
Sep 20, 2024
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6 minutes read
Glenn Brown is a highly acclaimed British contemporary artist celebrated for his intricate reimagining of art historical references, pushing the boundaries of painting and sculpture through bold appropriation and transformation. Renowned for his detailed, often surreal works, Brown has exhibited at prestigious institutions worldwide, and his pieces are held in major public collections such as the British Museum, Tate, and MoMA.
Art News
Sotheby’s Celebrates 50 Years of Photography with an Extraordinary Auction in New York
Mar 13, 2025
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4 minutes read
On March 27, 2025, at 12:00 EDT, Sotheby’s will inaugurate a significant photography auction to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its Photography Department in New York. Since the first historic sale in 1975, Sotheby’s has redefined the photography market, setting world records and presenting works by undisputed masters of the field. ...
Lifestyle
A street art festival in Rabat awakens the Moroccan capital
Nov 26, 2021
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2 minutes read
Jidar, Rabat's annual street art festival, attracts international attention from all over the world. The festival hosted over 20 artists from Morocco and around the world.
Artist Portraits
Don McCullin
Jul 6, 2023
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9 minutes read
Don McCullin is an acclaimed British photojournalist, known for his impactful photographs of conflict zones around the world. Her committed and emotionally powerful work has earned her international recognition and helped raise awareness of the devastating consequences of war and social injustice.
Pop Culture
How a nursing home has elevated its residents to the status of classic works of art ?
Jan 18, 2022
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2 minutes read
A care home in Oxford has photographed residents recreating famous paintings and created a calendar for the year 2022. 14 seniors volunteered to appear in the MHA Brookfield's 2022 calendar in order to raise funds for creative activities. Residents have developed an interest in the arts since moving to the home, which provides nursing and dementia care for 66 residents.
Art News
150 photographs from the collection of Richard Gere on display at Christie's
Mar 8, 2022
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2 minutes read
Richard Gere Unveils Extensive Photography Collection for Christie's Auction 150 photographs from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Artist Portraits
Jean Mirre Interview
Feb 22, 2017
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2 minutes read
My last 2 sales were in Poland and Spain
Lifestyle
A Photographer in Nigeria Unveils the Truth and incredible secret About His Photos
Oct 11, 2021
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2 minutes read
Nigerian photographer Ibor Edosa Victor shares behind-the-scenes photos of his work. Shows how he takes photos on a "low budget" or in less-than-ideal lighting conditions. Has over 209k Instagram followers and shows fans how to get the perfect shot.
Art News
Christie's AI Art Sale Sparks Protests
Feb 12, 2025
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3 minutes read
The announcement of Christie’s AI art auction has sparked strong opposition from artists, who denounce copyright infringement and the lack of clear regulations on the use of their works to train artificial intelligence models. A petition signed by more than 3,500 artists highlights the legal and ethical issues surrounding the sale, while the AI art market continues to raise debates over the protection of human creators.
Artist Portraits
Valerie Andriantsiferana, experimentation and curiosity
Mar 8, 2023
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5 minutes read
"I remember my first real drawing around the age of 10. Sitting at my little desk, a pencil, a sheet of paper and a mirror, I drew a self-portrait, which I still have"...
Art History
Pop art that narrates the genre of the portrait
Oct 26, 2022
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8 minutes read
In order to narrate how Pop art interpreted portraiture, a genre with remote origins dating back even to ancient Egypt, it is possible to refer to the work of three iconic masters of the movement, namely Andy Warhol, Richard Hamilton and Yayoi Kusama...
Art History
Edward Weston
Jul 12, 2023
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30 minutes read
Edward Henry Weston (1886-1958) , an American photographer of the 20th century, is often hailed as a pioneering and influential figure in the field...
Artist Portraits
JESSICA NODIN: Madness, absurdity, lightness
Nov 19, 2019
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3 minutes read
Jessica Nodin draws and writes, playing with forms as with words, to take advantage of the absurdities of language, images and ultimately of existence itself. The absurd demands to be treated seriously.
Art History
Robert Frank
Jun 27, 2023
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13 minutes read
Robert Frank, a Swiss photographer and documentary filmmaker, achieved American citizenship and is known for his remarkable contributions to the field...
Artist Portraits
Oriol Jolonch, the current of Surrealism
Jul 8, 2023
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7 minutes read
Inspiration usually comes from a variety of sources, which could include personal experiences, observation of the world around me, exploration of specific themes and of course the connection to other artists ...
Art News
Photo London 2025: A Decade of Excellence in Photography
Apr 28, 2025
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6 minutes read
Photo London 2025 celebrates its 10th anniversary at Somerset House, featuring a dynamic blend of international galleries, emerging photographers, and innovative exhibitions. Highlights include the "London Lives" exhibition, which explores the vibrancy of London through photography, and the Discovery section, showcasing fresh perspectives from new talent.
Sell Art
Promote your art on the internet to sell
Mar 8, 2020
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21 minutes read
To sell art in general and on the internet in particular, it is important to ask the right questions If in most cases, selling art online has become essential for artists, everyone must find the right solution that best matches the specifics of his work.
Art History
The Yellow Christ (1889) by Paul Gauguin
May 5, 2023
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8 minutes read
The Yellow Christ is a painting by Paul Gauguin, completed in 1889. It is an oil on canvas measuring 91.1 x 73.2 cm, now in the collection of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York.
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
Walerij Baranow: the desire to become a painter has always been in me
Feb 19, 2025
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5 minutes read
"I work mainly with oil and spatula technique, but also with the classic brush technique. As far as the topics go, it is mainly history, religion, current social issues, the meaning of life and now and again philosophical questions that I deal with artistically"...
Art History
Top ten fashion photographers
Sep 30, 2023
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12 minutes read
This article is dedicated to all those who want to know about photography but are too lazy to commit to study. This article is made for all those who are bored of reading Wikipedia, because beyond the list of dates or a rather cold interpretation, they urgently need to be stimulated, entertained and accompanied in learning...
Art History
10 Wildlife Photographers You Should Know
Oct 10, 2023
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12 minutes read
If, like me, you used to watch wildlife documentaries with your grandmother as a child, then you shouldn't miss the opportunity to read this article...
Artist Portraits
Paula Solís Burgos: the passion of oil on canvas
Nov 7, 2023
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11 minutes read
I always had an attraction for the plastic arts, since I was very young -at least that is what my mother tells me-, I liked to draw the caricatures I saw on television...
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.
Art History
Digital Street Art may become a digital subversive art in the future
May 9, 2017
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2 minutes read
Recently recovered and legitimized by the art market, street art is experiencing a strong public craze, multiplied by the internet and digital.
Artist Portraits
Jean-François Ferbos, a window open to the world
Oct 31, 2021
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5 minutes read
Interview with the artist Jean-François Ferbos. Each window that the artist opens on the world allows each viewer to draw their own stories
Artist Portraits
Simonida Djordjevic, freedom of expression
Oct 19, 2022
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7 minutes read
At first, Simonida Djordjevic painted on wooden panels, where she made the drawing with a paste she made herself, and I painted with oil...
Artist Portraits
Olena Bratiychuk Linse: Painting is a feeling of freedom
Feb 27, 2024
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7 minutes read
"Curiosity was and is the most important basis for my artistic creation. I have tried different techniques and various motifs. It was a years-long journey. Initially, I experimented with mural painting, icon painting, and fresco painting."...
Artist Portraits
John Currin: Satirical Art Meets Classical Mastery
Nov 12, 2024
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7 minutes read
John Currin is an American painter celebrated for his technically masterful and provocative works that blend classical portraiture with satirical and often erotic depictions of contemporary figures. Known for exploring themes of beauty, sexuality, and social dynamics, his art combines historical influences with modern social critique, making him a distinctive voice in contemporary figurative painting.
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
Ansel Adams
Jul 20, 2023
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26 minutes read
Ansel Easton Adams, born on February 20, 1902, and passed away on April 22, 1984, was a renowned American photographer and conservationist...
Art News
This Art Exhibition Can Only Be Viewed on a Game Boy!
Jan 19, 2022
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2 minutes read
Artists who use the decades-old Game Boy Camera—which, yep, runs on the original Game Boy—are shown in the virtual gallery area.
Art News
Does Gwyneth Paltrow have a fake Ruth Asawa in her home?
Feb 4, 2022
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2 minutes read
The sculpture in Gwyneth Paltrow's collection that has gone viral is not by Ruth Asawa, a gallery says.
Artist Portraits
Xuan Khanh Nguyen Interview
Dec 20, 2018
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2 minutes read
Especially, artists can be access to the international market is very very important, not only to me, but also to all artists.