Art History
Minimalist photography: the landscape genre
Jan 18, 2023
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9 minutes read
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...
Artist Portraits
Susan Rothenberg's Monochromatic Horses: Minimalist Masterpieces
Jan 3, 2025
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8 minutes read
Susan Rothenberg was an influential American painter known for her iconic horse paintings, which blended minimalist abstraction with figuration. Throughout her career, she evolved her style, incorporating bold colors and expressive brushwork, and became recognized for her innovative contributions to contemporary art.
Artist Portraits
Sergej Jensen: Minimalist Fabric Art & Abstraction
Oct 16, 2024
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7 minutes read
Sergej Jensen is a Danish contemporary artist known for his minimalist, abstract works that incorporate unconventional materials like burlap, canvas, and textiles. His art emphasizes texture and surface, often using techniques like sewing and staining to create raw, distressed compositions that challenge traditional painting methods.
Artist Portraits
Julian Opie, Renowned Minimalist and Pop Art Visionary
Feb 10, 2025
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7 minutes read
Julian Opie is a British contemporary artist known for his distinctive minimalist style, which simplifies figures, portraits, and landscapes into bold lines and flat colors. His work, influenced by pop art and digital technology, spans paintings, sculptures, and LED installations, with pieces in major museums like Tate, MoMA, and the National Portrait Gallery.
Art News
Minimalist Art Innovator Carl Andre Passes Away at 88
Jan 25, 2024
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2 minutes read
Carl Andre, a key figure in Minimalist sculpture, passed away at 88, leaving a legacy of innovative, industrial material-based art. His career, spanning nearly seven decades, was marked by both acclaim for his minimalist works and controversy surrounding the death of his partner, Ana Mendieta.
Artist Portraits
Nick Darmstaedter: Transforming Found Objects Through Pop and Minimalist Influences
Feb 12, 2025
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3 minutes read
Nick Darmstaedter creates art without a fixed medium, often working with found objects. Known for his role in The Still House Group, Darmstaedter’s practice focuses on gathering, sorting, and transforming materials, highlighting their physical properties. His work reflects influences from American Pop and Minimalist movements...
Artist Portraits
Ji Dachun: The Acid Humor of a Chinese Conceptual Minimalist
Apr 29, 2025
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9 minutes read
Ji Dachun , a contemporary Chinese artist, is distinguished by his minimalist and ironic work that critiques consumer society and questions Chinese cultural identity. His growing influence is reflected in his unique style, his rejection of dominant codes, and his impact on the younger generation of Chinese artists.
Artist Portraits
Joe Bradley: A Brief Introduction
Sep 10, 2024
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6 minutes read
Joe Bradley is an American contemporary artist recognized for his abstract and minimalist approach. His work often features bold, gestural marks and a restrained color palette, creating a visually impactful and distinct aesthetic...
Art News
Robert Irwin: Visionary Sculptor of Light and Space, Passes Away at 95
Oct 26, 2023
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2 minutes read
Robert Irwin, a transformative figure in the Light and Space art movement, has passed away at 95, leaving behind a legacy of minimalist installations that play with perception and space. Known for his subtle and elegant works that incorporate elements like light tubes and scrims, Irwin’s art challenged and redefined viewer experiences, creating a unique visual language that remained active and influential until the end of his life.
Artist Portraits
Wade Guyton: Technology Meets Abstract Art
Oct 11, 2024
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7 minutes read
Wade Guyton is an American post-conceptual artist known for his innovative use of digital printing techniques to create abstract, minimalist works. He is recognized for blending technology with traditional art forms, particularly through his use of inkjet printers to produce striking pieces on canvas.
Artist Portraits
Jacob Kassay: Exploring Structure, Perception, and Materiality
Dec 30, 2024
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7 minutes read
Jacob Kassay, born in 1984 in Lewiston, New York, is a post-conceptual artist renowned for his work in painting, filmmaking, and sculpture. His art is often recognized for its connection to minimalist music and composition, using a structural approach to explore how we perceive sight and space. Kassay currently resides in New York City and is represented by 303 Gallery...
Artist Portraits
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.
Artist Portraits
Exploring Modernism and Space: The Abstract Art of Günther Förg
Oct 24, 2024
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8 minutes read
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.
Artist Portraits
Luc Peire: The Vertical Visionary
Jul 25, 2024
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15 minutes read
Luc Peire was a distinguished Belgian artist renowned for his vertical abstraction style. His production, characterized by elongated forms and a profound sense of spatial depth, reflects a unique exploration of human existence and architectural forms. Peire's minimalist approach and innovative techniques have solidified his place in the annals of modern art...
Artist Portraits
René Gruau: The Iconic Fashion Illustrator of the 20th Century
Aug 16, 2024
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5 minutes read
René Gruau was a renowned fashion illustrator known for his striking, minimalistic style and elegant use of bold lines and vibrant colors. He significantly influenced mid-20th-century fashion through his work with major fashion houses such as Dior, Balenciaga, and Lanvin, and his illustrations became synonymous with the glamorous and sophisticated aesthetics of haute couture.
Art History
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...
Artist Portraits
Natalya Sleta: I was fascinated by the grace and incredible abilities of the athletes
Oct 14, 2023
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5 minutes read
"Since childhood I was interested in watching rhythmic gymnastics and synchronized swimming competitions, I was fascinated by the grace and incredible abilities of the athletes."
Art History
Art in stripes: an explanation by Barnett Newman, Sean Scully and Agnes Martin
Nov 20, 2022
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9 minutes read
Referring to the Google dictionary definition provided by Oxford Languages, the term strip stands for "the region of plane between two parallel lines," i.e., that elongated subject, which has often claimed its starring presence predominantly within abstract or minimalist works...
Artist Portraits
Neil Jenney's "Bad Painting": Where Idealism Meets Realism
Oct 31, 2024
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7 minutes read
Neil Jenney is an American painter known for his unique "Bad Painting" style, a term coined to describe his anti-illusionistic, rough-edged figurative works that challenge traditional realism. His art, often blending humor with social commentary, became notable in the 1960s and 1970s for its direct and narrative-driven approach to conceptual realism.
Artist Portraits
Harold Vernhes (HA-VE): The graphic elegance of the urban world
Jan 9, 2025
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3 minutes read
Harold Vernhes (HA-VE) transforms the urban mundane into powerful visual compositions, revealing the hidden beauty of lines and shadows. His work, at the intersection of minimalism and contemporary photography, represents an artistic investment that is both aesthetic and promising.
Artist Portraits
Jason Martin: Contemporary Artist & Monochromatic Painter
Oct 28, 2024
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7 minutes read
Jason Martin, born in Jersey in 1970 and based between London and Portugal, explores minimalist painting through controlled yet expansive use of color, brushwork, and medium. His works range from vibrant, swirling compositions to muted, carefully blended abstractions...
Lifestyle
Gwyneth Paltrow, from art history to collecting
Aug 11, 2023
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10 minutes read
Renowned actress and lifestyle influencer Gwyneth Paltrow boasts a home that reflects her signature refined and sophisticated taste. Bathed in natural light, her dwelling showcases Minimalist artworks by prominent figures like Ed Ruscha and John Baldessari...
Art News
UNESCO Honors Brancusi’s Iconic Sculptures
Jul 31, 2024
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1 minutes read
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.
Art News
Preserving Mid-century Modernism: Breuer’s Summer Home Restored for Future Generations
Sep 5, 2024
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1 minutes read
Marcel Breuer’s summer home in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, is now listed on the US National Register of Historic Places and is being restored by the Cape Cod Modern House Trust to serve as a residency for artists, while maintaining its original design and furnishings.
Artist Portraits
Rainer Fetting: Mastering Figurative Power in Neo-Expressionism
Oct 15, 2024
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6 minutes read
Rainer Fetting is a renowned contemporary German artist internationally recognized for his extensive body of expressive figurative paintings, which encompass a wide range of subjects, as well as his numerous bronze sculptures.
Lifestyle
The Difference Between Matte and Glossy Finishes: Which One Should You Choose?
Sep 12, 2024
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4 minutes read
Matte finishes provide a non-reflective, soft look, ideal for detailed artwork in brightly lit spaces, while glossy finishes offer a shiny, vibrant appearance, perfect for colorful, high-contrast pieces in dimly lit rooms. Choose based on lighting, artwork style, and desired visual effect.
Art History
Artists who marked 2024: 10 must-sees
Dec 24, 2024
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13 minutes read
With the end of 2024 just around the corner, it is time to reflect on the artists who made their mark on the year. ArtMajeur, a reference platform for online art, has highlighted the emerging trends and the names most popular with the public in terms of sales and consensus...
Art News
Lia Rumma, a well-known gallery owner, donated works of Povera art to a Neapolitan museum
Jun 22, 2022
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2 minutes read
Lia Rumma, a powerful art dealer, donates 70 works by prominent Italian artists. The gift will be shown in a national museum in Naples. Many of the works are by artists associated with Arte Povera, a 1960s and 1970s movement.
Artist Portraits
Alfred Freddy Krupa: A Pioneer of New Ink Art and a World-Renowned Artistic Force
Aug 22, 2024
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7 minutes read
Alfred Freddy Krupa is a renowned Croatian contemporary painter and master draughtsman, celebrated for his contributions to the New Ink Art movement, which fuses traditional Eastern ink techniques with Western modernism. As the author of the "New Ink Art Manifesto," he is recognized as a pioneering figure in this movement and a leading representative of modern European ink painting.
Artist Portraits
Natalia Ostapenko, a touch of abstraction in figuration
Oct 21, 2021
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1 minutes read
Natalia Ostapenko focuses on a geometric approach to subjects. The artist attributes it to an artistic journey started from his childhood at the Beaux-Arts in Kiev.
Art History
How to choose the perfect artwork for every decorating style?
Nov 5, 2024
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10 minutes read
If you're looking to give your home a unique personality, this guide is exactly what you need. From the rough elegance of Industrial to the opulent charm of Baroque, from the Zen-like tranquility of minimalism to the warm simplicity of Scandinavian style...
Art News
Kim Kardashian reportedly owns $4.9 million Basquiat masterpiece
Dec 18, 2024
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2 minutes read
Kim Kardashian has reportedly acquired Jean-Michel Basquiat's Both Poles (1982) for $4.9 million at a Christie's sale, adding a rare and iconic piece to her growing art collection.
Artist Portraits
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.
Art History
All about abstraction: the tale of the artists of Artmajeur
May 7, 2024
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13 minutes read
Abstract art is a diverse and fascinating field, moving away from traditional forms to explore colors and shapes that connect deeply with the viewer. You can embark on a journey through the major abstract movements from the early 20th century to the present, illustrating it with the works of Artmajeur's artists...
Pop Culture
In Please, Touch the Artwork, classic videogame designs collide with contemporary art
Feb 14, 2022
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5 minutes read
Please, Touch the Artwork is Thomas Waterzooi's debut game. Works as a hybrid of psychogeography and "zen" art puzzles. Draws inspiration from classic games like Snake and Pong for the art-focused gallery-puzzling experience
Art History
The Artmajeur Olympics: A Journey Between Art and Sport
Jul 23, 2024
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11 minutes read
On the occasion of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Artmajeur has decided to create a parallel and shorter event, called, with little imagination, the Artmajeur Olympics. This event celebrates not only sports, but also art...