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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.

The Trees in Art History

Oct 17, 2023

We would need a thousand more poems, because if this last one places trees next to houses, other times they seem alone, or accompanied by figures or animals, and sometimes even as mute and immobile spectators of 'fantastic' events...

Giuseppe Penone: The Art of Nature and the Essence of Sculpture

Mar 10, 2025

Giuseppe Penone (born 1947 in Garessio, Italy) is an Italian sculptor recognized for his large tree-inspired works. His art explores the connection between humans and nature and is linked to the Arte Povera movement. In 2014, he received the Praemium Imperiale. He currently lives and works in Turin, Italy...

All crazy for Christmas: Warhol, Dalì and Picasso

Dec 23, 2022

When one thinks of Christmas, especially within the narrative of art history, it is impossible to disassociate oneself from the image of the most classic iconography related to the nativity, which, embodied by the representation of the holy family inside a makeshift shelter, has been skillfully rendered by celebrated masterpieces of Western figurativism, traceable to the example drawn from figurative investigation by masters such as Giotto, Ghirlandaio and Giorgione...

Blending Tradition and Modernity: Vesak's Artistic Exploration of Symbolism

May 6, 2024

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Vesak is a significant Buddhist festival commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. Artistic representations of Vesak commonly utilize traditional symbols like the Bodhi tree, lotus flower, and Buddha statues, invoking themes of enlightenment, compassion, and spiritual awakening.

Giuseppe Penone in London: when nature sculpts art

Apr 8, 2025

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.

Abstract art explained simply: Germany, France, America and Holland

Dec 3, 2024

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"Abstract art is like drawing what you feel or imagine, without having to show something real. There are no recognizable houses or people, but shapes and colors that tell emotions or ideas. It's a bit like saying, 'I’m not showing you a tree, but what the idea of a tree makes me feel.'"...

The concept of night is vividly portrayed in classical paintings, then reimagined in the contemporary works of Artmajeur's artists. This theme extends beyond painting, enriching the worlds of sculpture and poetry with its unique allure...

Sacred palms, profane palms

Nov 7, 2023

Reality can be interpreted simply as it appears, or it can be transformed into something more meaningful, through, for example, an encounter with religious ideology...

See Two Rare Van Gogh Masterpieces at Courtauld, London

Jan 27, 2025

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Two Van Gogh paintings, never previously exhibited in London, will be displayed at the Courtauld this February. These works, both depicting the hospital in Arles where the artist recuperated after his ear injury, were purchased by a single private collector and have remained in Switzerland for the past hundred years...

Minimalist photography: the landscape genre

Jan 18, 2023

Before coming to the artistic investigation promoted by the photographic medium, it seems obvious to refer to that pictorial tradition, which, over the centuries, has sponsored the birth, development and affirmation of the best-known artistic genres, including the unfailing landscape theme...

Dragon Boat Festival: A Canvas of Tradition and Artistry

May 17, 2024

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The Dragon Boat Festival, or Duanwu Jie (端午節), is a traditional holiday observed on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, blending ancient customs and communal festivities. Rooted in the tale of Qu Yuan, a poet and minister from the Chu state during the Warring States Period, it symbolizes resilience and unity.

Piet Mondrian: for a correct interpretation

Dec 11, 2022

The interpretation of an abstract work of art is, for the viewer, more complex and less intuitive than its figurative counterpart, so much so that if we look at a portrait, thanks also to the information drawn from its title, it is possible to understand both the identity of the sitter and his or her relationship with the artist, which is often the reason behind the creation of the masterpiece itself...

An olfactory exhibition at the Prado Museum makes us discover the perfume emerging from a lush landscape by Jan Brueghel

Apr 8, 2022

Prado Museum in Madrid has recreated 10 aspects of Jan Brueghel's painting for an olfactory exhibition. Researchers discovered 80 plants and flowers in the Flemish Master's painting.

SEKHMET: There is beauty in everything

Sep 19, 2019

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Very close to the beautiful town of Saumur, on the banks of the Loire, there is a forest like no other. Let's meet a different artist.

Masha Danilovskaia, art inspired by nature

Feb 9, 2022

3 minutes read

Masha Danilovskaia's paintings are completely inspired by nature, giving us a new vision of it, full of colors and beautiful details...

Jesús Cuenca: When painting becomes a landscape emotion

Jun 9, 2022

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Jesús Cuenca is a Spanish painter who offers a sensitive figurative approach, somewhere between abstraction and a poetic evocation of nature. His work, both luminous and introspective, creates a unique connection between emotion, landscape, and memory.

The characteristics of autumn as told by works of art

Sep 21, 2022

The main, as well as the most classic and celebrated peculiarities of autumn, which have become the quintessential symbol of the season are: the falling leaves, the strong concentration in nature of brown and reddish colors, the abundant rains, and the typical fruit of the season. All these distinctive elements have been immortalized by the greatest painters of all time...

The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch

Jun 21, 2023

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The painting known as The Garden of Earthly Delights is a triptych created by the Dutch artist Hieronymus Bosch between 1490 and 1510. It is painted with oil on oak panels and is currently housed in the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain...

Musée d'Orsay Exhibition Illuminates Van Gogh's Final Months

Oct 16, 2023

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The Musée d'Orsay in Paris is currently hosting an exhibition showcasing Vincent van Gogh's last two months of artistic output, highlighting 48 paintings and 25 drawings created before his tragic death in July 1890. The exhibition explores his time in Auvers-sur-Oise, near Paris, and his relationship with Dr. Paul Gachet, offering a unique perspective on the artist's final creative phase

Keith Haring: The Vibrant Voice of Street Art

Jun 24, 2024

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Keith Haring was an iconic American artist known for his vibrant, bold, and energetic artwork that often featured a mix of symbols, figures, and patterns. His unique style transcended traditional art boundaries, transforming everyday urban spaces into dynamic canvases...

Starry night by Vincent van Gogh

Jun 15, 2023

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In the nocturnal setting of a countryside, Vincent van Gogh depicts a captivating scene. The houses come to life with illuminated windows, while a crescent moon casts its gentle glow upon an otherworldly sky filled with mesmerizing swirls.

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.

Keiko Minami: Master of Whimsical Aquatint Engravings

Jul 18, 2024

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Keiko Minami was a distinguished Japanese artist known for her intricate aquatints that exude a whimsical and childlike aesthetic. Her work captivated audiences globally, earning her recognition through exhibitions and inclusion in prestigious museum collections.

American Landscapes in Painting and Photography: Collection of Ten Masterpieces

Aug 27, 2024

11 minutes read

An imaginary journey through the beautiful landscapes of the United States, immortalized by some of the most iconic painters and photographers of the "New World"...

Wichert van Engelen, the possibilities of expressing

Apr 15, 2023

5 minutes read

"I am a craft artist. I am fascinated by the possibilities of expressing and realizing visualizations, thoughts, in concrete materials such as steel and bronze".

Metaphors and Meanings: Banksy's Latest Works Spark Debate

Aug 7, 2024

Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Keiko Minami

Banksy's two new politically charged artworks in southwest London, depicting a teetering goat and two elephants reaching out, have sparked widespread debate and speculation amidst recent far-right riots in the U.K.

Piet Mondrian (1872-1944) was a Dutch artist and a pioneer of abstract art. He was closely associated with the De Stijl movement, a Dutch artistic and design movement founded on principles of simplicity and harmony. His signature style, characterized by a grid of vertical and horizontal lines and blocks of primary colors, became the hallmark of the movement.

Invest in Art

Jul 14, 2023

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...

Art that has fun: snowballs and sleds

Dec 28, 2022

Usually, when we think of the winter art-landscape pair, we imagine quiet, "silent" and desolate paintings, which, like the most typical postcards of the season, turn out to be dominated by the white blanket of snow, on which the "severe presence of pine trees", high-topped mountains, small and isolated wooden houses and rare forms of animal life, which, scampering around outside, defy the low temperatures with a spontaneous and natural predisposition...

Beeple and Madonna team up for a new NFT project

May 11, 2022

Beeple, a digital artist, and Madonna collaborated to create three NFTs depicting the pop icon as the mother of all creation.

Andrey Latyshev - Testimonies of Ukrainian artists during the war

Jun 17, 2022

Like the rest of Ukraine, Ukrainian artists have been impacted by the war. Artmajeur here gives them the opportunity to talk about their daily lives. Today, discover the testimony of the artist Andrey Latyshev from Kharkiv (Ukraine)

Charles Arnoldi: Innovating Abstract Art Through Material and Form

Sep 4, 2024

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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.

The Rhythms of Modernity: Piet Mondrian's Artistic Evolution

Jul 3, 2024

10 minutes read

Piet Mondrian, a Dutch painter, is best known for his pioneering role in abstract art. His work is characterized by a reduction of form and color, focusing on straight lines, geometric shapes, and primary colors...

Philippe Pasqua: Confronting Identity and Mortality with Raw Artistic Expression

Jul 26, 2024

6 minutes read

Philippe Pasqua is a contemporary French artist known for his provocative and often unsettling portraits, which explore themes of identity, mortality, and the human condition. His work combines elements of painting and sculpture, frequently featuring raw and intense imagery.

Landscape of Illusion

Oct 31, 2023