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The marriage of painting and architecture is very ancient, so much so that it is possible to see Italian frescoes dating as far back as the first century B.C., aimed at imitating the marble columns of buildings...

Emmanuel Passeleu, photography at the service of architecture

May 28, 2022

Emmanuel Passeleu's preferred medium is photography, oriented, to varying degrees, towards architecture. The purpose of this creation is to see the spectators project themselves into the photos, into a parallel world, created by the artist...

Cyprien Gaillard: Decay, Architecture, and the Poetics of Urban Transformation

Mar 10, 2025

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Cyprien Gaillard is a French contemporary artist known for his exploration of urban decay, architecture, and the relationship between nature and human impact. Through mediums like film, sculpture, photography, and installation, he examines the inevitable process of entropy and the tension between preservation and destruction in both historical and modern landscapes.

Art History

Some elements of Greek architecture in the masterpieces of art

Feb 19, 2023

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Evidence of the revival of the Corinthian capital, for mere decorative use, is given to us by the faux-architecture, as pictorial, realized in the loggia of Beato Angelico's Annunciation, a fresco of about 1425 located at the Convent of San Marco in Florence, Italy.

Lifestyle

In and Out - Photographing architecture: a visual exploration through the eyes of Sonia Perrin

Mar 4, 2025

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The In and Out - Photographing Architecture selection, curated by Sonia Perrin, explores the duality between grandeur and decay of built spaces through photographs where light, perspective and memory converse. Each photograph captures the modernist audacity or the melancholy of forgotten places, questions time and the way in which the image immortalizes architecture.

Enoc Perez: The Artistic Evolution of a Contemporary Visionary

Mar 24, 2025

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Enoc Perez, born in 1967, is a contemporary artist from Puerto Rico, renowned for his paintings and oil stick drawings that depict Modernist architecture...

Pop Culture

Quayola transforms Gaudí's Casa Batlló with tree-like light show

Feb 10, 2025

The artist Quayola transforms Casa Batlló into an immersive work where light projections and modernist architecture interact to create a unique experience. His project "Arborescent" exploits advances in audiovisual to merge art and heritage, reinventing the perception of historical architecture.

Refik Anadol Reinvents the Guggenheim Bilbao with AI

Mar 11, 2025

In 2025, the Guggenheim Bilbao will host Living Architecture: Gehry , an immersive installation by Refik Anadol that fuses artificial intelligence and architecture by projecting dynamic visuals based on 35 million archival images. Using advanced 50-channel projection technology and an immersive soundscape, this groundbreaking work explores a new interplay between art, AI, and human creativity .

Manchester museum director reportedly asked to leave in support of Palestinian people

Feb 23, 2022

The director of Manchester University's Whitworth Art Gallery was requested to resign after displaying a declaration of sympathy with Palestine released by the artist collective Forensic Architecture.

Sarah Morris: Abstract Geometric Art & Cinematic Spaces

Nov 7, 2024

Sarah Morris is an American contemporary artist famous for her abstract paintings and films that explore urban environments, architecture, and cultural symbols through bold geometric patterns and vibrant color palettes. Her work examines the psychological and social structures of cities, merging elements of modernism, pop culture, and cinematic aesthetics.

Modernism and Post-War Masters: Bass House's Special Sale

Apr 23, 2025

On May 12, 2025, Christie's will auction the prestigious collection of post-war and contemporary art of Anne and Sid Bass, housed in their legendary modernist home designed by Paul Rudolph. This unique sale brings together masterpieces by Rothko, Stella, Calder, and others, in an exceptional dialogue between art, architecture, and nature.

Gaetano Ligrani: The artist of introspection and serenity

Dec 27, 2024

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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.

Thomas Schütte: A Master of Monumental Art and Cultural Reflection

Sep 25, 2024

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Thomas Schütte is a renowned German contemporary artist known for his wide-ranging work in sculpture, printmaking, drawing, architecture, and installations. His art explores themes of cultural memory, human shelter, and the human condition, often combining individual experiences with broader societal narratives.

Harold Ancart: Architectural Abstraction in Nature

Oct 8, 2024

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Explore Harold Ancart's unique blend of abstraction, landscapes, vibrant colors, minimalism, and architecture. Discover how he transforms nature into striking contemporary art.

Lifestyle

The Forgotten Olympics: Artistic Competitions from 1912 to 1948

Jul 30, 2024

The Best Art Schools in the Middle East

From 1912 to 1948, the Olympic Games uniquely featured artistic competitions in categories such as architecture, literature, music, painting, and sculpture, celebrating works inspired by sports, but these were discontinued in 1954 due to conflicts with the amateurism principle, though the Olympic spirit of integrating art and culture continues through various cultural programs.

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Feb 24, 2025

Discover the best art schools in the Middle East, from Saudi Arabia to Turkey. These prestigious institutions train the artists and designers of tomorrow through programs of excellence.

Desert X 2025: An Open-Air Art Gallery in the Coachella Valley

Mar 17, 2025

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Desert X 2025 features 11 free site-specific installations in the Coachella Valley, created by artists from Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. The exhibition showcases innovative works that combine 3D-printed architecture, industrial materials, and native vegetation, while exploring human impact and the resilience of nature.

UNESCO Honors Brancusi’s Iconic Sculptures

Jul 31, 2024

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Constantin Brancusi's modernist sculptures in Targu Jiu, including the iconic Endless Column, have been added to UNESCO's World Heritage list, recognizing their cultural significance and unique blend of abstract art, landscape architecture, and urban planning, with recent retrospectives further highlighting his artistic contributions.

Italy refuses to grant visas to three Ghanaian curators

May 22, 2023

The Best European Art Schools - Part One

The organizer of the 18th Venice Architecture Biennale, Lesley Lokko, said that the ruling showed the "ugly rear" of Italian immigration policy but shouldn't be "the defining story of this exhibition."

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Feb 19, 2025

Discover the best art schools in Europe, from Germany to Norway. These prestigious institutions train the artists and designers of tomorrow through programs of excellence.

André Schulze, a surrealist universe

Oct 12, 2021

The artist André Schulze, formed in 1982 in Dresden, works on a surrealist universe of buildings of which we hardly know what their function is.

Frieze Takes the Helm: The Armory Show’s Landmark Edition

Sep 6, 2024

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This month’s Armory Show at the Javits Center marks its 30th anniversary with a new era under Frieze's management, showcasing a global lineup of 240 galleries, including 55 newcomers, and featuring diverse exhibitions in art, fashion, design, and architecture, while maintaining its role as a major art market hub amidst global uncertainties.

Lifestyle

The top 5 European Cities for Art Lovers

May 14, 2022

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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.

Martin Zanollo: The creative process is a value for me

Nov 19, 2024

“I started painting and drawing a little before I began my studies in architecture. It has always been for me a way of thinking about reality and expressing my own being in every moment...”....

Gaudí's iconic Casa Batlló in NFT by Refik Anadol sold for $1.38 million at Christie's

May 13, 2022

Casa Batlló is the first UNESCO World Heritage site to be reinterpreted as an NFT. Real-time environmental data were collected from sensors placed throughout the site.

Exploring Modernism and Space: The Abstract Art of Günther Förg

Oct 24, 2024

Günther Förg was a German artist recognized for his diverse body of work that spanned painting, photography, and sculpture. His work explored themes of modernism, abstraction, and architecture, particularly through geometric compositions, monochrome surfaces, and the use of unconventional materials like lead and aluminum.

At Coachella, architectural installations overshadow top musical artists

Apr 16, 2024

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.

Roberto Matta: Bridging Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism

Jul 17, 2024

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.

Giant Flowers and Psychedelic Towers: The Visual Explosion of Coachella 2025

Apr 15, 2025

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At Coachella 2025, the immersive installation Le Grand Bouquet by the Uchronia collective stands out with its desert-inspired inflatable floral design, encouraging interaction and relaxation. Alongside other experimental works like Stephanie Lin's Taffy , these creations redefine the festival's artistic space by blending aesthetics, sustainability, and innovation.

Arina Apostolova, the focus on spiritual development

Dec 31, 2022

Arina Apostolova started drawing at the age of 16 when she wanted to become an architect in 2006. During her studies at the Academy of Architecture she successfully progressed in all directions, but in painting and drawing classes her work attracted the most attention...

From Blueprints to Bytes: How Aruna A. Das Is Revolutionizing Urban Design with VR

Feb 12, 2022

The best art schools in South America

Aruna A. Das, an urban designer at HOK, is revolutionizing urban design through the use of virtual reality (VR) to create immersive, 3D spaces. With a global education and expertise in sustainability, Das integrates concepts from the Japanese Metabolism movement into her innovative projects, aiming to reshape modern cities.

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Feb 21, 2025

Discover the best art schools in South America, from Argentina to Colombia. These prestigious institutions train the artists and designers of tomorrow through excellent programs.

Néjib Belkhodja: The Architect of Maghreb Abstraction

Mar 4, 2025

Néjib Belkhodja (1933-2007) is a Tunisian painter and architect whose work fuses geometric abstraction and architectural references, illustrating a modernity anchored in Maghreb heritage.

Antony Gormley: Sculpting the Human Experience

Mar 17, 2025

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.

Exploring Ferruccio Gard's Vibrant Artistry: Color and Geometry in Motion

Jun 21, 2024

Ferruccio Gard, a pioneer in Programmed and Kinetic Art since 1969, has globally influenced with vibrant canvases and innovative sculptures. Over five decades, he exhibited at Venice and Architecture Biennales and prestigious institutions like the Museum of Contemporary Art in Buenos Aires and the National Gallery of Modern Art in Rome, showcasing mastery of color, geometric forms, and influential collaborations in neo-constructivist and kinetic art circles.

Andreas Gursky: Virtuoso of Large-Scale Photography and Digital Manipulation

Sep 26, 2024