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In Germany, tax exemptions or benefits for purchasing a work of art can be obtained through provisions such as artist exemption, deducting as a business expense, inheritance tax exemptions, and donating to tax-exempt organizations, but it is advisable to consult with a tax advisor or the relevant tax authority for accurate and updated information on eligibility and regulations.

5 Most Emblematic Artworks of Pop Art

Mar 12, 2021

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Come on board with us to discover 5 artworks that laid the foundations of an innovative and still profoundly current artistic movement: today, it's Pop!

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How to Take Great Photos of your Artworks?

Feb 26, 2021

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Throughout this article, we will therefore answer a seemingly simple yet rather complex question: How do I get quality images of my artwork?

The Sacred and the Beautiful: Artworks Inspired by Rama Navami

May 14, 2024

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Rama Navami is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, a central figure in the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana. Visual arts such as painting and sculpture play a pivotal role in setting the thematic tone of a festival...

Top 8 Relaxing Artworks to Make You Feel Better

Mar 26, 2021

Do you tend to succumb to panic? Are you worried about the current situation? Don't worry, you're not alone. And today, we're going to relax by enjoying the most laid-back masterpieces in art history. Sit back, relax your muscles, let go: well, that urgent email can wait, right?

The Chinese Horoscope 2025: An Artwork for Each Zodiac Sign

Jan 28, 2025

The year 2025, the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese calendar, promises to be a period of profound transformation, a quest for inner balance, and both personal and collective evolution. The Snake, a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and resilience, also inspires the world of art. This theme will guide a fascinating journey through the twelve Chinese zodiac signs, each paired with a representative artwork...

Marie Cohydon carves incredible little bird sculptures that require a microscope to be appreciated

Nov 17, 2021

French artist Marie Cohydon's microscopic sculptures require a microscope to view in detail. The graphite in the pencil is five millimeters high and two millimeters wide for reference. "To be working in the millimeter is to be in another dimension," she says.

How to choose the perfect artwork for every decorating style?

Nov 5, 2024

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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...

Karen Axikyan, wire work

Nov 23, 2021

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Karen Axikyan winds a metallic thread, more or less shiny or rusty, to form a ball. And from this interlacing emerges a silhouette, sometimes two. The artist born in Armenia in 1963, he has been faithful to metal for 15 years.

Outsider art: a controversial movement

Jun 29, 2022

"True art is where no one expects it, where no one thinks about it or utters its name. Art is above all vision, and vision, many times, has nothing in common with intelligence nor with the logic of ideas"...

Umberto Bottoni, the passion for conceptual art

Apr 16, 2022

Umberto Bottoni's conceptual art, simple in form and rich in color, is characterized by the use of different materials, intended to convey a precise meaning...

Robbie Williams is selling his Banksy artwork at auction

Jan 24, 2022

Robbie Williams is auctioning off his personal art collection. Three Banksy pieces will be sold by Sotheby's in March. The 3 works could fetch between 2.5 and 3.5 million pounds.

Young Park, I make works that make you imagine a story

Jul 22, 2023

Painting has been a hobby since I was young, and it seems to have become clearer since working as an art director at a fashion company...

Banksy's latest artwork is on a damaged building in Ukraine

Nov 14, 2022

Banksy shows off a new piece of art on a damaged building in Borodyanka, Ukraine. He put up several pictures of the new piece on his Instagram account. One picture shows a woman using her hands to flip herself onto the foundation of the building.

Martin Zanollo: The creative process is a value for me

Nov 19, 2024

“I started painting and drawing a little before I began my studies in architecture. It has always been for me a way of thinking about reality and expressing my own being in every moment...”....

Mixed Reactions as Giant Inflatable Sculpture Takes Over Ruthin School Lawn

Aug 30, 2024

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A 13-meter-tall pink inflatable man created by Chinese artist Yue Minjun has sparked mixed reactions in the Welsh town of Ruthin, where it has been displayed as part of an arts festival, with some residents praising its boldness and others questioning its appropriateness.

Rare Chemical Compound Found in 'Mona Lisa' Reveals Leonardo's Technique

Oct 12, 2023

Scientists have identified a rare chemical compound, plumbonacrite, in the base layer of the Mona Lisa, suggesting Leonardo da Vinci experimented with unique techniques. This discovery sheds light on Leonardo's artistic process and highlights his penchant for innovation.

Patryk Kuleta, the ability to unearth beauty

Aug 24, 2022

Patryk Kuleta's artworks demonstrate the artist's distinct ability to perceive things, and beauty, in places where others see little or nothing....

Madeline Berger, the choice of watercolor

Jan 25, 2023

"My first paintings were painted in acrylic, but I didn't like the plastic and opaque aspect. The choice of watercolor came later"....

Iryna Kastsova, I still continue to experiment with techniques and styles

Sep 8, 2023

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"I started painting at the age of 5 with watercolors when I wanted to become an artist. Every summer I spent with my grandmother in the village."

$650,000 in donations for portraits of Donald and Melania Trump

Aug 24, 2022

Donations will pay for portraits of Donald and Melania Trump to be put in the Smithsonian.

Women: from unicorns to pets

May 17, 2023

I imagine a beautiful and elegant woman intent on carrying in her designer handbag a cuddly Chihuahua, a four-legged animal with often puffy and extremely expressive eyes, which, despite appearing so small, tender and sweet...

Between painting and drawing: the "borderline" art of marker, pastel, and ballpoint pen

May 21, 2024

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In the vast landscape of artistic techniques, some challenge traditional categories by positioning themselves between painting and drawing. The marker, pastel, and ballpoint pen exemplify this fusion, blending elements of both disciplines...

Art on the balcony: "simple" and "complex" works

Nov 21, 2023

Perhaps even those who avidly enjoy the sun, which comes to illuminate the balcony of their home every day, remain unaware of the historical origins of this of window fitted with a parapet, conceived with both decorative and practical function...

I have always had an openness to art and philosophy. I also studied philosophy because of this. I am absolutely fascinated by what the human mind can create and by the diversity of ways artists express themselves....

Aurélia Cheret, inspiration comes from everywhere

May 31, 2023

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"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."

Yulia Varlamova, journey of art

Dec 17, 2022

Yulia Varlamova's path as an artist began suddenly. Perhaps all her life creativity has always been inside her, but she was just waiting for the right moment to manifest...

Masterpieces Explained: Nighthawks by Edward Hopper

Oct 15, 2021

As a symbol of a deep and melancholic America, Nighthawks is an essential monument of modern art. But why is it so famous throughout the world?

National Gallery Bans Liquids After Art Attacks

Oct 21, 2024

The National Gallery implements liquid ban following Just Stop Oil art protests targeting Vincent van Gogh paintings. Learn about new security measures to protect artworks.

A popular pictorial format of the Renaissance

Apr 5, 2023

Certainly, within the immense breadth of the narrative of art history, works of rectangular or square format stand out in popularity and recurrence, which have often overshadowed the less common round or, even other shaped media.

Oriol Jolonch, the current of Surrealism

Jul 8, 2023

Inspiration usually comes from a variety of sources, which could include personal experiences, observation of the world around me, exploration of specific themes and of course the connection to other artists ...

Marina Rusalka, painting is a life experience

Mar 12, 2022

Marina Rusalka's art is inspired by what the artist sees and learns, so that it is never monotonous and deals with multiple topics...

What's the color for 2024?

Jan 2, 2024

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Before revealing the color of the year clearly, I'll provide you with some clues that will gradually lead us to the shade chosen as the 2024 Pantone color. To begin in this direction, there is a fruit that can introduce us to the hue chosen by this American company, and that is the peach, whose juicy nectar has also inspired great masterpieces in the history of art by masters such as....

Khanh The Bui: simple things bring me creative inspiration

Jan 2, 2024