Artist Portraits
Denis Kuvayev: The Soul of Paris on Canvas
Mar 20, 2024
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3 minutes read
Denis Kuvayev is an international artist whose works, particularly his paintings of Paris and Montmartre, capture the vibrant essence of the places with a unique touch combining abstraction and realism. Recognized worldwide and featured on CD covers, his creations represent a promising investment opportunity for contemporary art collectors.
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The famous artist Miss Tic died at the age of 66
May 23, 2022
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3 minutes read
The street artist never stopped creating her legend on Paris's walls, on dilapidated facades, under a street lamp, on a dead end, or a poorly lit pavement.
Art History
Rock art: from caves to Street art
Sep 5, 2023
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9 minutes read
Let's take an example: the Mona Lisa, if it had been created today, would probably have gone unnoticed, because it was intended as a simple portrait, in an age when the medium of painting has now largely detached itself from the need to faithfully represent the real thing.
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In Afghanistan, the first female street artist taunts the Taliban
Nov 7, 2021
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4 minutes read
Afghanistan's first female street artist is Shamsia Hassani. The compositions of Hassani are both of women in a male-dominated culture and create an impression of the clash between light and darkness. However, she had to deal with cultural and social issues as well as a lack of spaces where graffiti could be done.
Art History
The dream of flying
May 4, 2022
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7 minutes read
Human beings, creatures indelibly linked to the terrestrial kingdom, have long been intrigued and inspired by the ability of birds to fly, an ability that has allowed them to enjoy both full freedom of action and movement, and the observation of new perspectives on the world. This peculiarity has made birds an extremely interesting subject also in the historical and artistic field...
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Chicano Treasures: Cheech Marin's Passionate Collection
Aug 8, 2023
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17 minutes read
Cheech Marin's passionate collection of Chicano art has been exhibited in major exhibitions and published in various books. Its collection, rich in more than 700 works, represents the largest collection of Chicano art in private or public hands.
Artist Portraits
Arturo Herrera: Mastering Rhythmic Visual Collage Art
Nov 19, 2024
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10 minutes read
Arturo Herrera, a Venezuelan-born, Berlin-based artist (b. 1959), is known for his collage-rooted works blending pop iconography, abstraction, and figuration. His art explores ambiguity through fragmentation, repetition, and dislocation, engaging memory and fantasy...
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Giuseppe Panza di Biumo: Count and collector
Sep 22, 2023
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10 minutes read
Giuseppe Panza di Biumo was a prominent modern art collector in Italy during the second half of the 20th century...
Art History
When Street art meets Abstraction
May 7, 2023
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8 minutes read
As partly anticipated above, we are accustomed to seeing the graffities and tags on the walls, mostly monochrome, of streets, abandoned buildings, factories and much more, or, in the case where we talk about Street art...
Lifestyle
Why everyone should buy art: the health benefits of art
Jun 21, 2022
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6 minutes read
Art can be very good for your health and help you feel happier and healthier in general. A piece of art may speak to anyone. Thousands of years ago, people communicated stories by painting drawings on the interior walls of caves. Recent studies show that beauty and health go hand in hand in the world of art.
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Gérard Depardieu sells his works of art
Jun 23, 2023
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1 minutes read
Gérard Depardieu decides to sell his precious works of art because the actor wants to "lighten his load" and strengthen his financial portfolio.
Art History
Representations of Yom Kippur in Art
Apr 16, 2024
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10 minutes read
The depiction of Yom Kippur in art reveals how artists have captured themes of repentance, redemption, and solemnity through various media, highlighting iconic works such as Maurycy Gottlieb's "Yom Kippur" and Micha's "Jonah." Bar-Am. These works illustrate the deep impact and spiritual significance of the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
Artist Portraits
From Paris Streets to Global Art Scenes: The Story of Onemizer’s Art
Jul 5, 2024
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4 minutes read
Onemizer is a contemporary French artist who brings the energy of street art into the gallery space, combining vibrant graffiti techniques with pop culture influences. His work explores themes of expression and social commentary through dynamic, colorful creations.
Artist Portraits
Miss.Tic: The Iconic Pioneer of Parisian Street Art and Feminist Expression
Jul 22, 2024
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4 minutes read
Miss.Tic was a pioneering French street artist renowned for her evocative stencils that explored themes of feminism and identity. Her distinctive work, which spanned both urban spaces and galleries, established her as a significant figure in contemporary art.
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Australian aboriginal art: Millennial art threatened with disappearance
Jul 11, 2017
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3 minutes read
The first aboriginal cave paintings date back to the dawn of time (more than 50,000 years ago). First known art forms, perpetuated on their original medium (rock, sand, etc.) until about twenty years ago and using "modern" techniques (canvas, acrylic, etc.) since the 1970s, they are now threatened with extinction.
Art History
Digital Street Art may become a digital subversive art in the future
May 9, 2017
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2 minutes read
Recently recovered and legitimized by the art market, street art is experiencing a strong public craze, multiplied by the internet and digital.
Art History
The Art of Decorating: Sculptures Designed for Every Room of the House
Jan 7, 2025
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10 minutes read
A protagonist in search of identity transforms an anonymous house into a personal and unique space through sculptural works that enrich gardens, desks, bookshelves, and walls. Inspired by great collectors like Peggy Guggenheim and Jacques Doucet, they embark on a creative journey of study, experimentation, and refinement, ultimately revealing the secrets to decorating spaces that truly reflect who we are...
Artist Portraits
Eduardo Kobra: The Vibrant Voice of Urban Art
Aug 2, 2024
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6 minutes read
Eduardo Kobra is a contemporary Brazilian street artist known for his large-scale murals that burst with vibrant colors and intricate details. His work often pays homage to historical figures and events, reimagining them through a kaleidoscopic lens....
Artist Portraits
Blek le Rat: The Father of Stencil Graffiti and Urban Art
Aug 1, 2024
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6 minutes read
Blek le Rat, a pioneering French graffiti artist and the "Father of stencil graffiti," has profoundly influenced urban art with his innovative stencil techniques and socially conscious themes, inspiring a global movement and artists like Banksy, while remaining dedicated to street art's public visibility despite his success in galleries.
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Leasing of works of art for lawyers: 100% tax exemption for your purchases of works of art
Mar 11, 2024
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4 minutes read
Lawyers, legal professions: bring art into your office and benefit from 100% tax exemption thanks to art leasing
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Famous artist Mr. Brainwash opens his own art museum
Dec 14, 2022
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4 minutes read
The new space, which will feature his own art, will open on December 18 in Beverly Hills, where the Paley Center for Media used to be.
Art History
Basquiat's symbolism in contemporary art
Sep 25, 2022
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8 minutes read
The relevance of Jean-Michel Basquiat's creative flair continues to be felt within contemporary art, expressing itself through the work of artists, who, driven by the same impulse of denunciation, strongly desire to give voice to the unresolved dramas of racism and marginalization...
Art History
International Dance Day Celebrated with 5 Masterpieces of Ancient Art
Apr 28, 2025
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9 minutes read
On April 29, the world celebrates International Dance Day, established in 1982 by the International Dance Committee (CID) within the International Theatre Institute of UNESCO, to honor all forms and cultures of dance...
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Abstract art: a "must" for the home!
Feb 16, 2022
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5 minutes read
Abstract art, a great protagonist of the contemporary art market, is perfect to decorate any environment, thanks to its indefinite, timeless, versatile, colorful and polysemantic charm, extremely meaningful and emotional...
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New private art club opens in London's hippest new neighborhood
Mar 2, 2023
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2 minutes read
Shoreditch Arts Club will open on March 7 with an exhibition program, meeting rooms, a movie theater, and a restaurant.
Artist Portraits
The Art of Ephemeral Spaces: Ernest Pignon-Ernest’s Impact on Urban Art
Aug 8, 2024
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10 minutes read
Ernest Pignon-Ernest, born in 1942, is a pioneering French urban artist renowned for his ephemeral, site-specific art that engages with social and historical themes, capturing the human condition and societal struggles through large-scale, evocative works integrated into public spaces.
Art History
Dance in art history
Dec 13, 2021
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7 minutes read
Dance, an intense and passionate art form, has been very probably present in all human cultures, in fact, among the first works of art that portray it we find the paintings of ancient Egypt. The representation of this topic has also characterized the most popular artistic currents between the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, so that great masters such as, Degas, Renoir, Munch, Toulouse Lautrec, and Matisse have depicted it...
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MUAC Shuts Down Ana Gallardo Exhibit Amid Graffiti Scandal: Art or Provocation?
Oct 15, 2024
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MUAC closed Ana Gallardo's exhibition after a controversy surrounding a piece about a sex worker and the defacement of the artwork with graffiti. The incident sparked discussions on censorship, art, and the limits of provocation in public spaces.
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.
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Porsche Pushes Art Cars To New Heights
Nov 17, 2021
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2 minutes read
Porsche collaborated with Art Battle to create an art car competition. Live and virtual audiences voted for their favorite creations. Before the coverings are removed, the cars will be accessible for media drives and photoshoots.
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Cattelan's banana expected to sell for over $1 million at auction
Oct 25, 2024
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Maurizio Cattelan's Comedian , a banana taped to a wall, is back in the spotlight as it is estimated to fetch over $1 million at an upcoming auction. Known for its bold satire of contemporary art, the controversial piece continues to spark fascination and debate.
Artist Portraits
Jef Aérosol: Bridging the Gap Between Ephemeral Street Art and Lasting Impact
Jul 22, 2024
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8 minutes read
Jean-François Perroy, known as Jef Aérosol, is a renowned 67-year-old French stencil artist born in Nantes on January 15, 1957, who has significantly influenced urban art since the 1980s with his iconic works and contributions to the street art movement.
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Jane Fonda will sell a large collection of Outsider art at Christie's
Jan 3, 2023
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3 minutes read
The actor and activist said, "I couldn't believe how lively, energetic, brave, and raw these works were."
Art History
Art history: interiors with windows
Oct 3, 2023
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8 minutes read
The above is followed by an art-historical study regarding the window, aimed at highlighting how, within some masterpieces of art history, its depiction has not only been linked to figures with an attitude akin to Madame Bovary's...
Lifestyle
Lenny Kravitz: Music, Fashion, Art, and Design
Sep 5, 2023
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7 minutes read
Lenny Kravitz, a celebrated American musician famous for his eclectic music and unique style, is not only a music icon but also a passionate art collector and designer.
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A street art festival in Rabat awakens the Moroccan capital
Nov 26, 2021
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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.