Artist Portraits
Victor Vasarely: The Grandfather of Op Art and His Lasting Legacy
Jul 29, 2024
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8 minutes read
Victor Vasarely, a Hungarian-French artist born Győző Vásárhelyi on April 9, 1906, is celebrated as a pioneer and leader in the Op Art movement, known for his innovative use of optical illusions and geometric abstraction, with notable works like Zebra (1937) and a legacy that continues to inspire contemporary art.
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Beatriz Milhazes: Vibrant Abstractions and the Fusion of Brazilian Culture and Modernism
Nov 4, 2024
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8 minutes read
Beatriz Milhazes is a Brazilian contemporary artist celebrated for her vibrant, colorful abstractions that merge Brazilian cultural motifs with modernist influences. Her work, characterized by intricate patterns, floral designs, and layered compositions, captures a dynamic fusion of global and local aesthetics.
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Gary Hume: Modern Art Through Everyday Objects
Dec 3, 2024
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8 minutes read
Gary Hume is a British contemporary artist renowned for his minimalist, high-gloss paintings and bold use of color, often blending abstraction and figurative elements. A key figure in the Young British Artists (YBA) movement, he gained prominence with his Door Paintings and continues to explore themes of form, light, and surface in his work.
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Vinko Hlebs: In memory of the painter who passed away
Mar 17, 2025
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8 minutes read
Vinko Hlebš's daughter, Marijana Hlebš Radžo, responded to inquiries about him. The painter passed away on July 2nd 2022 as a result of a tragic traffic accident in which his wife, Francka Hlebš, also lost her life. He was highly popular and respected, having held over 90 solo exhibitions and participated in more than 150 group exhibitions...
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Yannick Aaron: everyone is born as an Artist
Jan 6, 2024
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15 minutes read
"I think that everyone comes into the world as an Artist, as soon as we have it, the opportunity, we start to construct, and to deconstruct, it's the same process."...
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Rinetta Feliz: I do what was inside me
Dec 2, 2024
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15 minutes read
"I think calling my creative path "artistic past" is too "loud", rather it is some life experience, observations of life events, relationships between people, interactions of physical and chemical ordinary objects..."
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Mocha Mousse: The Color of 2025 in Ten Contemporary Artworks
Dec 31, 2024
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15 minutes read
To celebrate the reigning shade of 2025, we have selected 10 artworks from ArtMajeur that perfectly embody the essence of Mocha Mousse. These diverse creations, analyzed through their subjects, styles, and use of color, represent a visual journey through the endless possibilities of this unique hue...
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A Russian artist prosecuted for a giant poo!
Jan 20, 2022
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2 minutes read
A Russian artist left a massive poop sculpture on a sacred burial ground in St. Petersburg—and now he's in big trouble...
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Kazoart in Judicial liquidation: what is the best alternative?
Jul 5, 2023
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2 minutes read
In light of Kazoart's judicial liquidation, Artmajeur emerges as the ideal alternative for artists, offering unlimited and free registration along with one of the lowest sales commissions in the market, while providing global visibility for their artworks.
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Arte povera: a poetic and visionary art
Apr 4, 2017
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2 minutes read
Arte Povera, originally an artistic guerrilla based on a formal radicalism and an economy of means, has never been so topical.
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Did the Arc de Triomphe in Paris really put on LGBT colors?
Jun 5, 2023
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2 minutes read
Ian Padgham released a video of the Parisian monument virtually redecorated in LGBT colors, making Internet users believe that the installation was real.
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At Coachella, architectural installations overshadow top musical artists
Apr 16, 2024
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2 minutes read
At this year's Coachella, a standout architectural-art installation called "Monarchs: A House in Six Parts" captivates attendees with its innovative design by Leslie Lok and Sasa Zivkovic. This towering structure, combining 3D-printed concrete and robotically shaped plywood, offers both a visual spectacle and a practical refuge from the desert sun.
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Controversial MF Husain paintings seized following court order in India
Jan 23, 2025
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2 minutes read
MF Husain, a key figure in modern Indian art, has left his mark on his era with vibrant works that blend mythology, culture and emotions, while also sparking controversy for their audacity. Recently, an Indian court ordered the seizure of two of his paintings deemed offensive, rekindling the debate between artistic freedom and respect for public sensibilities.
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Alessandro Piano, the love of art and toys
Jun 4, 2022
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5 minutes read
Alessandro Piano, collector of contemporary art and toys, has combined these two passions in the creation of sculptures which, mainly made of epoxy resin, recall the world of childhood in the 70s and 80s...
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Maxl, creation is a visceral need
Jul 19, 2023
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6 minutes read
Creation is a visceral need necessary for my personal balance. I have always admired craftsmen, all those who work with their hands and are capable of carrying out a work of goldsmith...
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machOne, art should be emotional
Dec 23, 2022
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5 minutes read
machOne believes that art should be emotional: it should provoke a reaction, a thought or a conversation. machOne often tries to paint expressions of emotion, or suggestions of sexuality...
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Ambre Kalène, one does not become an artist, one is or one is not
Sep 2, 2023
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6 minutes read
"I think you don't become an artist, you either are or you aren't. Then, the circumstances of life give you, or not, the freedom to create works to exhibit. I've always been drawing. "
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Carole Carpier, I grew up surrounded by artists
Sep 30, 2023
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5 minutes read
"Since my youngest age, I have grown up surrounded by amateur artists: photographers, sculptors, painters, musicians, actors."...
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Barbsie: I’ve always been interested in painting
Apr 2, 2024
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6 minutes read
"I’ve always been interested in painting and I love the process but the decision to become an artist came after my psychological transformation. I realized art possess the power of to make changes in someone’s life."...
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Charles Arnoldi: Innovating Abstract Art Through Material and Form
Sep 4, 2024
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5 minutes read
Charles Arnoldi is an American contemporary artist known for his abstract paintings, sculptures, and prints, utilizing a diverse range of materials including sticks, wood, and bronze. His innovative approach blends painting and sculpture, often exploring the boundaries between these mediums through dynamic, textured compositions.
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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.
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Victor Vasarely
Jun 7, 2023
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9 minutes read
Victor Vasarely, originally named Győző Vásárhelyi, was a Hungarian visual artist born on April 9, 1906, in Pécs, Austria-Hungary. He later became a French citizen in 1961. Regarded as the father of optical art, he passed away on March 15, 1997, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, France...
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Antonio Seguí: A Legacy of Humor, Irony, and Urban Expression in Modern Art
Jul 25, 2024
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9 minutes read
Antonio Seguí, painter and engraver, was born on January 11, 1934, in Córdoba, Argentina. From a young age, he showed a deep connection to his country's vibrant culture and political climate...
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Cildo Meireles: Brazilian Conceptual Artist and Installation Pioneer
Sep 27, 2024
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9 minutes read
Cildo Meireles, born in Rio de Janeiro in 1948, is a leading figure in Brazilian conceptual and installation art. Known for his politically charged works, Meireles often explores themes of resistance against Brazil's military dictatorship and broader socio-political oppression...
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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.
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Christelle Dupart and the Collectif By Les Hang'ART: A Springboard for Artists
Mar 1, 2025
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9 minutes read
We had the opportunity to meet and interview Christelle Dupart, founder and member of the Collectif By Les Hang'ART , a community dedicated to supporting visual artists in the development of their careers.
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A new director for the Indian Art Fair which returns in February 2022
Dec 29, 2021
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2 minutes read
The India Art Fair will return in February under the direction of new director Jaya Asokan. The fair was canceled in 2020, just before India's 'war' with Covid-19, according to one gallery director.
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NFT versions of works by Leonardo, Caravaggio and Modigliani to be sold by Italian museums
Feb 17, 2022
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2 minutes read
Unit London gallery will sell replicas of masterpieces from four institutions, including the Uffizi, as NFTs.
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Introducing an exciting New Feature: Export Your Art Series as a PDF!
May 14, 2023
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2 minutes read
We just introduced a new feature allowing artists to download an art series as a PDF from their account. This PDF, showcasing thumbnails, dimensions, and prices, can serve as a portfolio or be printed for offline use in galleries and expositions.
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Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale
Mar 15, 2024
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2 minutes read
The Vatican selects controversial artist Maurizio Cattelan for its Venice Biennale Pavilion, showcasing an installation at the Giudecca Women’s Prison. The exhibition, "With My Eyes," aims to merge art and spirituality, emphasizing empathy and societal reintegration through inmate collaboration.
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Kostyantin Malginov: the inner need for self-expression.
Mar 4, 2025
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2 minutes read
Kostyantin Malginov, an artist with a diverse background, has explored a range of techniques from watercolor to sculpture, yet it is the intricate structure of silk that has always captivated him the most...
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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.
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Divine Canvas: Exploring Religious Art in the Celebration of Navaratri
Apr 29, 2024
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13 minutes read
Navaratri, a vibrant and spiritually significant festival in Hindu culture, is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India and by Hindu communities worldwide. This nine-night festival, rich in tradition and mythology, not only marks the change of seasons but also encapsulates the triumph of good over evil...
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Marc Chagall: A Journey Through Art and Imagination
Jun 19, 2024
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13 minutes read
Marc Chagall's artistic journey is marked by an exceptional blend of surrealism, imagination, and vibrant color, transcending the conventional boundaries of artistic expression...
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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...
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ANDRÉ NADAL: The poetry of geometric figures
Oct 10, 2019
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The shapes are most often very simple: circles, rectangles, intersections of straight lines. The colors are just as reduced: from white to black, passing through the whole range of grays. In this rigorous scheme, André Nadal succeeds in creating a very personal universe where geometry is seen as an open door to harmony.