Art History
Architecture captured by art
Aug 17, 2022
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7 minutes read
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...
Artist Portraits
Francoise Dugourd-Caput Interview
Apr 18, 2018
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4 minutes read
Two very nice sales that allowed me to rediscover Artmajeur
Artist Portraits
Vala, paintings that capture the moment
Jan 2, 2022
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3 minutes read
Vala's painting captures the form and colors of fleeting, fluid, intangible moments, like jazz music ...
Art News
Iranian Photographer Strikes Gold Again with Captivating Black Beauty Portraits!
Aug 17, 2023
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1 minutes read
Iranian photographer Forough Yavari clinches second victory in International Portrait Photographer of the Year with gold-accented portraits celebrating Black beauty. Her evocative series fuses Langston Hughes' poetry with her own heritage, leaving an indelible mark on the art world.
Artist Portraits
Alexander Kusenko, art to capture and share reality
Mar 5, 2022
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2 minutes read
Alexander Kusenko's paintings seek to capture new impressions of the state of nature in order to share them with the viewer....
Lifestyle
Tanya Capriles de Brillembourg: philanthropic spirit
Jan 23, 2024
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7 minutes read
In 2005, this philanthropic spirit led Tanya Capriles de Brillembourg to establish the SaludArte foundation, where she currently serves as the Chair. This non-profit organization is dedicated to advancing educational and social integration programs through the visual and performing arts.
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...
Artist Portraits
Yancho Sabev: I've been captivated by the multifaceted beauty of the world
Jan 21, 2025
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16 minutes read
"My journey began as a response to the silent poetry of the world, sparked by fleeting moments and the endless emotions they carried. It was in the relation of light and shadow, the interplay of colors and contrasts, I hope, that I found the means to transcribe the intangible into tangible expressions of beauty and meaning."
Artist Portraits
Sergio Capuzzimati, art as freedom of expression
Aug 13, 2022
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6 minutes read
According to photographer Sergio Capuzzimati, art is freedom, freedom to do what one feels inside and express it without constraints of any kind. It was precisely the need to externalize such interiority that prompted the artist to approach the medium of photography, to give voice to the extreme creativity that animates his inner world...
Artist Portraits
Peter Knapp: The Art of Capturing Time
Mar 24, 2025
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9 minutes read
Peter Knapp has made his mark on the history of photography and design with major exhibitions around the world, notably on fashion and human representation, from Paris to Geneva, Barcelona, and New York. His influence endures, and his works are held in prestigious institutions, testifying to his lasting impact on the art world.
Art News
Hidden Treasure: Picasso Masterpiece Discovered in Capri Basement
Oct 3, 2024
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2 minutes read
A painting found in a Capri, Italy, cellar might be by Pablo Picasso. The painting is worth about €6 million ($6.6 million). It shows Picasso and his partner, Dora Maar, in a powerful scene.
Art News
Paris, the new capital of NFT
Oct 25, 2022
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2 minutes read
Benoit Couty and Thuy-Tien Vo grew up around paintings and art books, so they decided to focus on this thriving ecosystem.
Art History
Cherry Blossom Celebration: Capturing Hanami Through Art and Tradition
May 21, 2024
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10 minutes read
Hanami is the Japanese tradition of cherry blossom viewing, celebrated annually during the blooming season in spring. In art, Hanami is represented through various mediums such as poetry, painting, and photography, capturing the beauty and symbolism of cherry blossoms and reflecting on themes of impermanence and the appreciation of fleeting moments.
Artist Portraits
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.
Artist Portraits
Henri Cartier-Bresson, the art of capturing the decisive moment
Jul 18, 2023
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12 minutes read
Henri Cartier-Bresson was an iconic French photographer of the 20th century, a pioneer of photojournalism and a master of the decisive moment, capturing fleeting and meaningful moments with a unique artistic sensibility.
Lifestyle
The Lives of Artists on Screen: Films That Capture Creativity and Struggle
Mar 11, 2025
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6 minutes read
Artists have long fascinated filmmakers, providing rich material for stories about passion, genius, and turmoil. These films depict their artistic journeys while offering insight into their struggles and triumphs, bringing the world of art to life through figures like Van Gogh and Pollock.
Artist Portraits
Anne Geddes: Capturing the magic of early childhood through the lens
Jul 12, 2023
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8 minutes read
Anne Geddes is a renowned photographer whose poetic images captivate the world, highlighting the beauty and innocence of early childhood. Her unique artistic work and her philanthropic commitment make Anne Geddes an inspiring figure, having left her mark on the photography industry and raised awareness of children's rights.
Lifestyle
Jessica Capra: A Curator Committed to Care to Care
Feb 12, 2025
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3 minutes read
Jessica Capra, a curator and art historian based in Munich, develops committed cultural projects that place Care at the heart of artistic creation. Through her collaborations and artist selections, she highlights works that explore care in its multiple forms – individual, social and environmental – making art a lever for transformation and collective reflection.
Art News
Miami Beach: The Global Capital of Art and Creativity
Nov 26, 2024
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3 minutes read
Miami Art Week 2024 will bring together major art fairs like Art Basel Miami Beach, Design Miami, and Art Miami, showcasing international galleries, bold design pieces, and exceptional artistic diversity.
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.
Art News
Jessica Capra: Empowering Emerging Artists Through Community, Care, and Creativity
Feb 21, 2025
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8 minutes read
Jessica Capra is the Head of Concept and Project at The Artist and the Others (TAATO), a foundation dedicated to empowering emerging artists by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and networks needed for sustainable careers. Driven by her passion for community, care, and contemporary art, Jessica focuses on mentoring artists, organizing workshops, and developing inclusive projects—such as flexible residencies for artist-parents.
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.
Art News
Maastricht Transforms into the Capital of Art for TEFAF 2025
Mar 15, 2025
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3 minutes read
From March 15 to 20, 2025, the city of Maastricht will host the new edition of TEFAF Maastricht, the world’s most prestigious art and antiques fair. Held at the Maastricht Exhibition & Conference Centre (MECC), TEFAF is recognized as the global benchmark for ancient, modern, contemporary art, and high-end design...
Art News
Affordable Art Fair Berlin 2025: accessible art returns to the German capital
Mar 21, 2025
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6 minutes read
After the great success of its inaugural edition in 2024, the Affordable Art Fair Berlin returns for its second edition in June 2025, reaffirming itself as an unmissable event for contemporary art lovers...
Art News
Major art facility and residence program has opened in the Angolan capital of Luanda
Nov 5, 2021
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4 minutes read
The Nesr Art Foundation intends to counter under-representation of African art. Angola hosted a pavilion at the Venice Biennale for the first time in 2013, but infrastructure for artists remains scant. The foundation will provide studio and living space for eight artists per year, working in pairs, in four sessions lasting three months each.
Art News
At the Reina Sofía Museum in Madrid, visitors can finally capture photographs of Picasso's iconic masterpiece, Guernica, after a three-decade-long prohibition
Sep 14, 2023
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2 minutes read
Tourists and art enthusiasts exploring Madrid's Reina Sofía Museum now have the opportunity to snap photographs of Picasso's renowned artwork, "Guernica" (1937). The long-standing 30-year restriction was recently lifted by the museum's freshly appointed director, Manuel Segade...
Art News
Gagosian in Paris: the largest art gallery in the world opens a third gallery in the French capital
Sep 16, 2021
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2 minutes read
Gagosian, the world's biggest art gallery, will open a new location in Paris. Historic Hotel Lotti will host the brand's newest gallery location. Gagosian's other Paris locations will simultaneously have a new Calder show and two monumental pieces on display.
Art News
Greece Takes Action to Preserve Monument and Curb Overcrowding
Aug 4, 2023
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2 minutes read
Greece imposes a daily cap of 20,000 visitors to the Acropolis, starting in September, to address overcrowding and protect the historical site. The measure aims to balance tourism and preservation efforts.
Art History
Top 10: Portraits of Hip Hop Singers
Jul 30, 2023
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15 minutes read
Before I start with my selection of portraits, depicting some of the best Hip hop singers ever, I would like to briefly highlight how this latest form of musical expression has, since its inception, influenced multiple aspects of society, including, both the world of art, fashion and visual culture more generally...
Art News
Cj Hendry enchants Brooklyn with her immersive exhibition "Keff Joons"
Apr 14, 2025
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4 minutes read
Cj Hendry transforms a Brooklyn gallery into a playful and immersive universe with Keff Joons, an exhibition inspired by Jeff Koons' balloon sculptures. Through interactive and nostalgic works, it explores themes of joy, fragility, and collective memory.
Artist Portraits
Pere Lluís León: The charm of poetic realism at the service of the imagination
Mar 28, 2025
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4 minutes read
Pere Lluís León is a unique Catalan artist whose work combines the precision of scientific illustration with the poetry of symbolism. His paintings, rich in mystery and intensity, invite slow contemplation, conducive to emotion and reflection.
Art News
Louvre Raises Ticket Prices by 30% Ahead of Paris Olympics
Dec 12, 2023
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2 minutes read
The Louvre Museum in Paris is increasing its admission price from 17 to 22 euros, a move partly aimed at managing rising operational costs. This price hike comes as the city prepares for the Summer Olympics, with broader trends of escalating costs in the capital.
Art News
Louvre Museum Evacuated Amid Bomb Threats
Oct 17, 2023
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2 minutes read
The Louvre Museum was evacuated on Saturday due to bomb threats, with no injuries reported. This evacuation occurred alongside heightened security measures in France following a recent stabbing incident at a high school in Arras.
Art News
The Louvre remains the most visited art museum in the world
Mar 31, 2023
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2 minutes read
Once again, a Paris museum has the most visitors, and the other museums in the city also do well.
Artist Portraits
Frédéric Cadiou, painting of nature and current affairs
Jan 9, 2022
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2 minutes read
The spontaneous artistic creation of Frédéric Cadiou comes from the observation of nature and current events, with the aim of denouncing the mediocrity of our time ...
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...