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.
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Harold Ancart: Architectural Abstraction in Nature
Oct 8, 2024
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5 minutes read
Explore Harold Ancart's unique blend of abstraction, landscapes, vibrant colors, minimalism, and architecture. Discover how he transforms nature into striking contemporary art.
Art History
Abstract art explained simply: Germany, France, America and Holland
Dec 3, 2024
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12 minutes read
"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.'"...
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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.
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Composition VII by Wassily Kandinsky
Apr 26, 2023
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8 minutes read
"Composition VII" is a painting by Wassily Kandinsky, created in 1913. The painting is considered a masterpiece of abstract art and is renowned for its use of color, texture, and movement. Kandinsky believed that art should be a means of expressing the inner, spiritual world, and "Composition VII" is seen as a reflection of this philosophy.
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Top 5 Most Famous Still Life Paintings in Art History
Oct 22, 2021
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7 minutes read
Some are known for their beauty, some are famous for their mysteries, and some for the anecdotes that gravitate around it. Today, quick overview of still lifes through the ages: from fruit bowls to vegetable baskets, from bald skulls to flowering vases, you might be surprised!
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The Rhythms of Modernity: Piet Mondrian's Artistic Evolution
Jul 3, 2024
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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...
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Alexander Calder, Pioneer of Kinetic Sculpture
Aug 8, 2024
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10 minutes read
Alexander Calder, a pioneer of kinetic sculpture, transformed modern art with his innovative works that incorporated movement and environmental interaction. His legacy endures, inspiring contemporary artists and captivating audiences worldwide, while enriching our understanding of art and artistic interdisciplinarity.
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Paul Klee
Mar 28, 2023
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15 minutes read
Klee was known for his pioneering use of color, which he used to express emotion and mood within his compositions. He was particularly interested in the properties of color and its ability to create harmony and balance within a work of art...
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Between Paintings and Photographs: 10 Must-Haves for Fall 2024
Oct 1, 2024
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12 minutes read
The ten works, both paintings and photographs, have been arranged following a carefully studied color order, creating a harmonious visual flow. The colors blend into a fluid narrative, where each piece fits into a cohesive whole. The works, alternating between figurative and abstract, engage in a dialogue through the shared element of two-dimensionality, representing the must-haves for Fall 2024.
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The 10 artists from Latin America who revolutionized world art
Jul 16, 2024
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14 minutes read
Discover the ten most influential Latin American artists of all time and their impact on world art. From Frida Kahlo, famous for her emotional self-portraits, to Diego Rivera and his monumental murals that tell the Mexican story...
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Artist Adnan Lotia (aka UVUPV) recreates the covers of the biggest music albums in LEGO, the results are amazing
Sep 14, 2021
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2 minutes read
Adnan Lotia, better known as uvupv on Instagram, recreates his favorite albums with LEGO. While it appears simple, crafting an image needs massive effort (and some rare LEGO pieces).
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François Miquel: I am a self-taught painter
Jan 31, 2024
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5 minutes read
"I have been interested in art, and more particularly in painting since my adolescence but the desire to paint myself only came later. The discovery of certain artists, of certain more striking works undoubtedly triggered this desire to “try”. Practice then always pushes you a little further.”...
Art History
Composition with Red, Blue and Yellow by Piet Mondrian
Apr 12, 2023
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6 minutes read
"Composition with Red, Blue, and Yellow" is a painting by the Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, created in 1930. Mondrian's use of a grid of black lines and colored rectangles creates a sense of balance and harmony in the painting. The primary colors of red, blue, and yellow are arranged in a way that suggests movement and energy. It is considered one of the most important works of abstract art and an iconic representation of the De Stijl movement and Neoplasticism style.
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Péter Duhaj: The rise of a Hungarian painter on the international scene
Jan 20, 2025
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4 minutes read
Péter Duhaj, a contemporary Hungarian painter influenced by great 20th century artists, is gradually establishing himself on the international scene thanks to his unique style mixing sensuality, emotion and symbolism. His growing success on ArtMajeur is a testament to the appeal of his captivating works, exploring human relationships, freedom and the quest for meaning.
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Piet Mondrian
Apr 6, 2023
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11 minutes read
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.
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The timeless popularity of geometric abstraction
Mar 27, 2022
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6 minutes read
Geometric Abstraction is still very popular today, both in terms of the art scene and the market, as evidenced by the numerous exhibitions dedicated to this movement, organized by the world's most important institutions, museums and galleries...
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"l/indien": the stripes of Liberty
Nov 23, 2020
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3 minutes read
The Indian considers himself a self-taught artist. And in fact, after this passage to the Fine Arts, he decides to stop his artistic practice. The artist uses the lines as a vector of passing time. The artist of L / Indien, Anne-Dévailloye Texte, is interested in my practice of Street-art: the consumption of art and information to mix the two.
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Samuel Dougados, beach art world champion
Oct 26, 2021
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1 minutes read
Since 2007, Samuel Dougados is the first artist to make sand drawings, which last what a low tide lasts.
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Pop art or how popular culture became an actual "style"
May 30, 2017
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3 minutes read
Popular art or "pop art" asserted itself by taking the opposite of abstract expressionism (action painting by Jackson Pollock, colorfield painting by Mark Rothko ...) considered too academic, esoteric and elitist.
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The peculiarities of abstract drawing
May 18, 2022
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7 minutes read
Abstract art is not appreciated by all viewers, as for many of them the initial inability to understand or grasp its meaning is a major obstacle. In this sense, the simplicity and accessibility of drawing can help even the most skeptical viewer approach the mystery of such movement...
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Senecio (1922) by Paul Klee
Mar 29, 2023
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11 minutes read
"Senecio" is a painting created by Paul Klee in 1922. It is a portrait of a face, created using geometric shapes and bold colors...
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...
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Top ten fashion photographers
Sep 30, 2023
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12 minutes read
This article is dedicated to all those who want to know about photography but are too lazy to commit to study. This article is made for all those who are bored of reading Wikipedia, because beyond the list of dates or a rather cold interpretation, they urgently need to be stimulated, entertained and accompanied in learning...
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The most popular Hungarian artists
Feb 20, 2024
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8 minutes read
Most historians believe that the Hungarian people emerged around 895 AD under the leadership of Prince Árpád, a time when their earliest forms of artistic expression also developed...
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Carroll Dunham: Bridging Abstraction and Figuration Art
Nov 28, 2024
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9 minutes read
Carroll Dunham is a contemporary American artist known for his dynamic blend of abstraction and figurative imagery, often featuring surreal, cartoonish forms and bold colors. His work explores themes like gender, psychology, and human nature, frequently incorporating nude figures and surreal landscapes.
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Néjib Belkhodja: The Architect of Maghreb Abstraction
Mar 4, 2025
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7 minutes read
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.
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Salvatore Testa: A Mystical Exploration of Contemporary Art
Jul 19, 2024
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4 minutes read
Salvatore Testa is a self-taught artist who fuses classical and mystical elements into a visually refined and deeply symbolic oeuvre. Through more than 6,000 creations, he invites the viewer into a spiritual and aesthetic exploration that transcends the conventions of contemporary art.
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Yuehua He: I underwent a rigorous study
Dec 3, 2024
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7 minutes read
"I have undergone rigorous basic study and training since I was a child. When I was a teenager, I drew nearly a hundred sketches of plaster statues. My method was to first spend dozens of hours on in-depth study and characterization, and then, divorced from the actual objects, I drew silently from memory."...
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Celebrating Mother’s Day: Honoring the Heart of the Family
Apr 24, 2025
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4 minutes read
Mother’s Day is a global celebration honoring the love, strength, and sacrifices of mothers and maternal figures, rooted in both ancient traditions and modern history. Beyond gifts and ceremonies, it’s a heartfelt reminder to express daily appreciation for the women who shape our lives.
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The National Gallery has been criticized for restoring a Nativity scene by Piero della Francesca
Dec 21, 2022
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3 minutes read
The National Gallery of London recently restored a 1475 painting by Piero della Francesca. Well-known critics say the restoration was "clumsy and plodding". Some parts of the Nativity scene had to be completely redone.
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ANDRÉ NADAL: The poetry of geometric figures
Oct 10, 2019
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0 minutes read
The shapes are most often very simple: circles, rectangles, intersections of straight lines. The colors are just as reduced: from white to black, passing through the whole range of grays. In this rigorous scheme, André Nadal succeeds in creating a very personal universe where geometry is seen as an open door to harmony.
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Camille Sanchez, art to represent life
Mar 26, 2022
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5 minutes read
Camille Sanchez's art stems from her love of nature, which drives her to represent life and everything related to it...
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Art and science united for the planet: an innovative project in Finland
Feb 18, 2025
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3 minutes read
In Finland, the Climate Clock Oulu project brings together artists and scientists to raise awareness about climate change through an immersive public art trail , which will be inaugurated in June 2026 as part of Oulu 2026, European Capital of Culture.
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Nazar Symotiuk: I love to create something new with my own hands
Aug 13, 2024
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4 minutes read
"Since childhood, I have loved to create something new with my own hands, tactile sensations prompted me to constantly work with various materials."...
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Gris1
May 11, 2023
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7 minutes read
Gris1 is a French artist and a member of the Da Mental Vaporz (DMV) crew. He was born in the south of France in the 1980s and discovered his passion for art while studying in 1996...