Artist Portraits
SEKHMET: There is beauty in everything
Sep 19, 2019
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3 minutes read
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.
Art History
The most representative pictorial examples for each landscape subject featured on ArtMajeur
Feb 18, 2025
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9 minutes read
A researcher, lost in thoughts and coffee, finds inspiration where she least expects it: on ArtMajeur, a world of landscapes that goes beyond the classic flower-filled fields. Mountains, deserts, forests, seascapes, and cities intertwine in a visual narrative that reveals the extraordinary diversity of nature and contemporary art...
Artist Portraits
Masha Danilovskaia, art inspired by nature
Feb 9, 2022
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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...
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The $10 Million Bob Ross Painting That Will Leave You Speechless!
Sep 25, 2023
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2 minutes read
Bob Ross's $10 million masterpiece holds a surprising secret. Discover what's hidden within this iconic painting!
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Aurélia Cheret, inspiration comes from everywhere
May 31, 2023
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8 minutes read
"I think it's always been part of my daily life. As a child, I saw my mother draw, paint. My sister was part of a photo club. My father-in-law is a drummer, my uncle a guitarist. For my part, I did dance."
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Trillionic: A Unique Fusion of Technology and Creativity
Mar 10, 2025
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4 minutes read
Trillionic is an innovative artist who skillfully fuses technological precision and intuitive creativity through works combining abstract acrylic painting and Pop Art collages. His work explores themes of transformation and resilience, offering unique and promising pieces for collectors seeking contemporary art that combines technology and emotion.
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Monumental Street Art: Klaus Dauven creates amazing and environmentally responsible frescos on a dam!
Oct 22, 2021
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2 minutes read
A massive fresco is being painted atop the enormous Vouglans dam in the Jura. Cleaning the dam resulted in the creation of a fresco. An innovative project created by french electricity company, a huge cleaning company, and german artist Klaus Dauven.
Art History
Abstract autumn
Sep 20, 2023
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8 minutes read
"As every year, for centuries, probably since the dawn of time that no one remembers, autumn is back, once again, a season accompanied by the colors of brown, red and yellow, which stick on the skin of leaves, trees and soil."...
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Glicéria Tupinambá: the first indigenous artist to present a solo exhibition from Brazil at the Venice Biennale
Nov 2, 2023
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3 minutes read
Glicéria Tupinambá Achieves a Historic Milestone as the First Indigenous Artist to Present a Solo Exhibition for Brazil at the Venice Biennale...
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Burning Man is back with some weirder art activities
Aug 29, 2022
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3 minutes read
Strangest things to do at Burning Man 2022, like making bikini armor and coloring books of Nic Cage
Art History
Traditional Chinese Landscapes
Jan 9, 2022
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6 minutes read
Landscape painting, known as Shan shui (mountain and water), deals with the highest, most widespread and appreciated theme of traditional Chinese art, in order to express the artist's feelings, ideas and spiritual conception, rather than a faithful reproduction of nature...
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Isabelle Pelletane, the passion for color
Nov 18, 2021
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1 minutes read
Isabelle Pelletane paints in series with a visible physical commitment that the artist puts into her work.
Art History
Pandas in Chinese Art
Dec 26, 2023
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7 minutes read
The panda is an endemic bear species of China, typically inhabiting the mountain ranges located in the central part of the country, specifically in the province of Sichuan. This gentle giant has always been adored by the Chinese people...
Artist Portraits
Inka Essenhigh: Pop Surrealism & Dreamlike Art
Oct 17, 2024
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7 minutes read
Inka Essenhigh is a contemporary American painter known for her surreal, dreamlike landscapes and fluid, figurative forms. Her work often blends elements of mythology, nature, and fantasy, creating imaginative, otherworldly scenes with a sense of fluid movement.
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Peter Nottrott
Dec 8, 2022
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1 minutes read
The artist, who paints with both his left and right hands, then alternates brushstrokes and work with a spatula: the brush for calm and soft elements and the spatula for energy and dynamism.
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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....
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The renewal of the portrait: exceptional portraits to discover urgently!
Mar 22, 2020
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2 minutes read
Long official practice, the portrait has gradually fallen into oblivion. As it evolves, the portrait becomes less and less academic and opens up to new forms and styles of art such as digital art or street art.
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Contemporary art enters the Vatican with an exhibition in the famous Apostolic Library
Nov 8, 2021
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2 minutes read
A Few Steps From the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Library Has Just Opened Its First Permanent Contemporary Art Exhibition. The Italian artist Pietro Ruffo's installation will be on display until the end of February 2022.
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The World's First Art Amusement Park Rises from the Ashes
Dec 4, 2023
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2 minutes read
Los Angeles unveils Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, a unique reinvention of the world's first art-themed amusement park, featuring installations by iconic artists like Basquiat and Hockney. This once-lost project, now revitalized with a $100 million investment, blends avant-garde art with new attractions and performances in a 60,000 square foot indoor complex.
Art History
The characteristics of autumn as told by works of art
Sep 21, 2022
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8 minutes read
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...
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Karin Mamma Andersson: Swedish Contemporary Painter
Oct 1, 2024
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8 minutes read
Karin Mamma Andersson is a renowned Swedish contemporary artist known for her unique style, blending textured brushstrokes, loose washes, and graphic lines to evoke nostalgia and deep reflection. Her work has been featured in prestigious exhibitions worldwide, and she has won numerous awards, including the Carnegie Art Award, highlighting her significant influence on modern art.
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The public will be able to visit Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral again at the end of 2024
Mar 8, 2023
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2 minutes read
The Notre Dame Cathedral will be open to the public again in late 2024, more than five years after its famous spire and roof fell in a fire.
Art History
The Night of Art
Dec 12, 2023
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9 minutes read
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...
Art History
Qingming Festival: A Journey Through Time and Artistic Expression
May 22, 2024
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6 minutes read
The Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, celebrated across ethnic Chinese communities, intertwines rich traditions of tomb-sweeping with vibrant cultural expressions. Through paintings like "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" and literary works, Qingming's essence of reverence and renewal is vividly captured, resonating across generations.
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Sebastião Salgado
Jul 21, 2023
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10 minutes read
Sebastião Salgado is a renowned Brazilian photographer known for his impactful black and white images that document social issues and environmental crises. His powerful photographs capture the human condition, highlighting themes such as poverty, migration, and labor around the world.
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Record! Sale of the Paul Allen collection worth a billion dollars
Aug 26, 2022
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3 minutes read
The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday that the art collection of tech mogul Paul Allen, who died in 2018 at age 65 and was a co-founder of Microsoft, will be sold at Christie's. It will be one of the most expensive single-owner sales ever.
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Pia Andersen: I always wanted to be an artist
Dec 26, 2023
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7 minutes read
"I always wanted to be an artist. My father encouraged me to draw and paint. When I was 10 years old, he gave me a small easel and a box of oil colors. Ever since I have been addicted to painting."...
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Decoding “Strangers Everywhere”: Artmajeur artists interpret the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024
May 14, 2024
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15 minutes read
Artmajeur artists creatively engage with the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024, representing art movements as diverse as Outsider Art, Queer Art, Folk Art, and narratives against racism...
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Artistic Depictions of Qingming: A Visual Narrative
May 31, 2024
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8 minutes read
The Qingming Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday for ancestor veneration, is observed globally by ethnic Chinese communities. Originating over 2500 years ago, its significance today is credited to Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty. With rituals like tomb-sweeping and offerings, it honors ancestral bonds and themes of remembrance and filial piety, depicted in both classic and modern art.
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Hyun Ae Kang: Bridging Cultures Through Abstract Art
Jul 29, 2024
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8 minutes read
Hyun Ae Kang is a South Korean contemporary artist renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings that blend traditional Korean spiritual themes with Western abstract expressionism. Her work is characterized by a bold use of color and texture, setting her apart from the monochromatic style of the Dansaekhwa movement.
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Althea, the passion for acrylic
Jun 11, 2022
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4 minutes read
Althea is a self-taught painter, who started with the watercolor technique, then painted in oil and finally found her happiness with acrylic...
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Aleksander Kryushyn: When Painting Becomes a Symphony
Aug 2, 2024
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3 minutes read
Aleksander Kryushyn, an Impressionist painter and member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine, transforms each canvas into a visual symphony where light and movement captivate the eye. His unique style, combining Impressionism and realism, makes him a sought-after artist, whose timeless works attract collectors worldwide and represent a promising artistic investment.
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Qiao Zhibing: Prominent figure in China's international contemporary art scene
Feb 2, 2024
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10 minutes read
Qiao Zhibing, who earned his wealth through his nightclub and karaoke bar ventures in Shanghai and Beijing, has emerged as a prominent figure in China's international contemporary art scene over the past decade..
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A Phillips New York evening sale, marked by restraint, generated $156 million, with a Richter painting selling for $34.8 million leading the way
Nov 15, 2023
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5 minutes read
A two-part Phillips auction of 20th-century and contemporary art in New York on Tuesday began with optimism and excitement, prompting staff to bring out additional chairs. However, the atmosphere took a turn midway through the sale as many lots failed to impress...
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...
Art History
Asalha Puja and Art: A Harmonious Celebration of Dharma
Jun 17, 2024
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12 minutes read
The Asalha Puja, an important Buddhist celebration marking the Buddha's first sermon, is enriched by various forms of artistic expression such as paintings, frescoes and sculptures, incorporating both traditional and modern techniques.