Artist Portraits
Michael Cheung, My View on Beauty
Feb 18, 2023
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2 minutes read
"I always liked to fantasize when I was little, I comforted myself with crayons, my grandfather saw in my drawings something different from other children's drawings, he thought I had a talent for drawing, and from that moment on I took private drawing lessons"
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.
Artist Portraits
Patryk Kuleta, the ability to unearth beauty
Aug 24, 2022
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4 minutes read
Patryk Kuleta's artworks demonstrate the artist's distinct ability to perceive things, and beauty, in places where others see little or nothing....
Art History
Contemporary art AGAINST the canons of feminine beauty
Mar 8, 2022
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6 minutes read
It is irrefutable: our society is literally obsessed with the size and shape of the human body, which are also considered, unjustifiably and superficially, a sort of mirror of personal identity. But has it always been so? Surely contemporary art has rebelled against this mechanism?
Art News
Iranian Photographer Strikes Gold Again with Captivating Black Beauty Portraits!
Aug 17, 2023
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1 minutes read
Iranian photographer Forough Yavari clinches second victory in International Portrait Photographer of the Year with gold-accented portraits celebrating Black beauty. Her evocative series fuses Langston Hughes' poetry with her own heritage, leaving an indelible mark on the art world.
Art History
Iconic beauty: the depiction of Venus in the history of art
Nov 30, 2021
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7 minutes read
Beauty is an abstract concept, which has often come to life in the works of the greatest artists of all time, but without finding a single form of representation. In fact, the idea of beauty is changeable, since it is subject to the changes of the historical, cultural, economic and social context in which artists found themselves operating. This can be exemplified by the evolution that, over the centuries, has undergone the representation of the goddess of love, Venus...
Artist Portraits
Oleg Grachev, collages' irony
Jan 26, 2022
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3 minutes read
The ironic and paradoxical collages of Oleg Grachev are intended to show the dynamism, beauty, unexpectedness and elegance of the world...
Artist Portraits
Sviatlana Petushkova, art as a means of self-acceptance
Jan 30, 2022
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5 minutes read
All of Sviatlana Petushkova's works are created from life. She depicts only real, living people to promote self-acceptance, opposing the canons of beauty imposed by our society...
Art History
Cherry Blossom Celebration: Capturing Hanami Through Art and Tradition
May 21, 2024
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10 minutes read
Hanami is the Japanese tradition of cherry blossom viewing, celebrated annually during the blooming season in spring. In art, Hanami is represented through various mediums such as poetry, painting, and photography, capturing the beauty and symbolism of cherry blossoms and reflecting on themes of impermanence and the appreciation of fleeting moments.
Artist Portraits
Carlos Rodrigues, stone as the main means of expression
Jan 16, 2022
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6 minutes read
In Carlos Rodrigues' sculptures, which aim to capture beauty, the artist leaves in stone the signs of its natural texture and the "wounds" of its extraction processes ...
Artist Portraits
Viktor Kovalyk, I experimented with several techniques
Sep 5, 2023
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5 minutes read
"An example of inspiration in choosing an artist as a career was my teacher at a children's art school, he showed me the world - he taught me to see beauty."
Artist Portraits
Jenny Saville: Redefining the Female Form in Contemporary Art
Sep 12, 2024
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7 minutes read
Jenny Saville is a British contemporary artist known for her large-scale, visceral paintings of the human body, particularly focusing on female forms and themes of imperfection, gender, and beauty. Her work challenges traditional representations of the nude, blending realism with abstraction to explore the complexities of identity and physicality.
Artist Portraits
Anne Geddes: Capturing the magic of early childhood through the lens
Jul 12, 2023
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8 minutes read
Anne Geddes is a renowned photographer whose poetic images captivate the world, highlighting the beauty and innocence of early childhood. Her unique artistic work and her philanthropic commitment make Anne Geddes an inspiring figure, having left her mark on the photography industry and raised awareness of children's rights.
Art History
Mario Testino
Jun 28, 2023
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10 minutes read
Mario Testino is a highly acclaimed fashion and portrait photographer known for his iconic images capturing the essence of beauty, glamour, and allure. With his distinctive style and creative vision, he has worked with renowned celebrities, fashion brands, and publications, leaving an indelible mark on the world of photography.
Art History
J. M. W. Turner
Mar 30, 2023
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13 minutes read
J. M. W. Turner (1775-1851) was an English Romantic landscape painter. Turner's work is characterized by bold colors, loose brushwork, and innovative compositions. He was particularly interested in capturing light and atmospheric effects in his paintings and is renowned for his ability to convey the beauty and power of nature.
Art History
Robert Mapplethorpe
Jul 17, 2023
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17 minutes read
Robert Mapplethorpe was a renowned American photographer known for his provocative and controversial works that explored themes of sexuality, identity, and beauty. His photographs often challenged societal norms and pushed the boundaries of artistic expression.
Artist Portraits
The Artistic Legacy of Tom Wesselmann: Transforming the Everyday
Aug 22, 2024
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6 minutes read
Tom Wesselmann (1931–2004) was a pioneering American artist and central figure in the Pop Art movement, celebrated for his bold and provocative works that transformed everyday objects into vibrant, large-scale compositions, challenging traditional notions of beauty and art, and his legacy continues to inspire through numerous significant exhibitions and retrospectives worldwide.
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Bosco Sodi: The Artist of Material and Essence
Sep 4, 2024
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6 minutes read
Bosco Sodi is a Mexican contemporary artist celebrated for his focus on raw materials and their inherent beauty. His works explore texture, form, and the unpredictability of natural processes. By using materials like clay, sawdust, and pure pigments, Sodi creates paintings and sculptures that emphasize the physicality of the medium, embracing imperfection and the uncontrolled forces of nature...
Art News
The security guard who defaced a painting by Anna Leporskaya does not understand his gesture
Feb 15, 2022
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3 minutes read
Aleksandr Vasiliev said he thought Anna Leporskaya's painting was a children's sketch. Graffiti daubed "No eyes, no mouth, no beauty" on famous Lina Leporskaya painting Three Figures. Artist Evgeny Vasiliev has been charged with criminal vandalism. He faces up to three months in prison and a $4,600 fine.
Artist Portraits
Christophe Verot, the importance of details
Apr 27, 2022
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2 minutes read
Christophe Verot's work finds resonance in Asian arts and particularly in Japanese culture and art of living. He is particularly interested in asymmetry, the ephemeral aspect of things, the taste for detail and the captivating beauty that emerges from scenes plunged into shadow. A chiaroscuro in which imagination and dreams can flourish...
Artist Portraits
Rémy Tassou, an incentive for selective sorting
Nov 16, 2021
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1 minutes read
Rémy Tassou has made recycling the basis of his artistic approach and takes the opportunity to encourage selective sorting. He gives them a second life by reusing them to create sculptures based on calculators, CD-ROMs, computers, cell phones ...
Art History
Allegory of Spring (Primavera)
Mar 16, 2023
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11 minutes read
"Primavera" (Allegory of Spring) is a famous painting by Sandro Botticelli, created around 1482. The painting depicts a group of mythological figures in a springtime garden.
Artist Portraits
Giancarlo Morandi, an artifact that looks like a drawing
May 6, 2023
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4 minutes read
I am Italian, born in 1952 in Cremona, the city of the Torrazzo and the great violin makers. The passion for beauty arose in me as a boy, in the years of attending the Liceo artistico Toschi in Parma and then the Faculty of Architecture at the Politecnico di Milano...
Artist Portraits
Polina Jourdain-Kobycheva: I always needed to express my inner world to myself
Oct 21, 2023
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11 minutes read
" My father was an amateur photographer. He took photos of mushrooms in the woods, flowers, cats and my portraits when I was little"...
Art History
Hinamatsuri: Tradition, Art, and Symbolism in Japanese Culture
May 30, 2024
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13 minutes read
Hinamatsuri, also known as the Doll Festival or Girls' Day, is a traditional Japanese celebration dedicated to the well-being and happiness of young girls. It is represented in art through various mediums such as paintings, photography, dolls, calligraphy, and poetry, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and conveying cultural significance through symbols and imagery.
Art History
Different forms of classicism
Jul 13, 2022
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7 minutes read
Contemporary classicism is an artistic trend of our times, aimed at reinterpreting, in a novel and original way, the quest for perfection and verisimilitude, as well as the exaltation of the human figure and the investigation of the natural datum, which distinguished ancient art and its "revivals"...
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Michel Haas: The Art of Transcending Tradition
Aug 6, 2024
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6 minutes read
Michel Haas was a French painter, engraver, and illustrator known for his innovative approach to art, focusing on the materiality of his medium and capturing the transient beauty of everyday life. His work gained recognition from major galleries and collectors, marking a significant impact on contemporary art.
Artist Portraits
Luo Li Rong: Chinese sculptor creates breathtaking realistic sculptures
Sep 10, 2021
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3 minutes read
Some realistic sculptures that depict the human figure's beauty and grace. Her grandiose natural creations, on which he often works with bronze, depict women in motion. They strike elegant poses that drape their bodies in a balayage by the wind that gives the sense that they are real people. Their hair and clothing appear to be caressed by a light breeze, which gives them a unique look.
Art History
Embracing Islamic New Year through the Canvas of Religious Art
Mar 20, 2024
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16 minutes read
Islamic art is a vibrant and diverse form of expression that has flourished over centuries, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and deep spiritual values of the Islamic world. Religious art plays a central role in Islamic culture, serving as a visual means of conveying spiritual teachings, inspiring devotion, and fostering a sense of connection with the divine...
Art History
The reflection of water in art: from mythology, to Impressionism, and Surrealism
Jan 11, 2023
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10 minutes read
"Here the boy, exhausted by the exertions of the hunt and the heat, came to lie down, attracted by the beauty of the place and the spring, but, as he tries to quench his thirst, another thirst arises: enraptured in posing to drink from the image he sees reflected, he falls in love with a chimera"...
Artist Portraits
Tetiana Bogdanova, art that gives people positive emotions
Dec 10, 2022
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7 minutes read
Art has always been a part of Tetiana's family: she and her sisters drew, her grandfather's brothers painted pictures...
Art History
Celebrating Spring: Exploring the Artistry of Vasant Panchami
May 15, 2024
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6 minutes read
Vasant Panchami, celebrated on the fifth day of the Magha month in the Hindu calendar, marks the transition from winter to spring. Central to the festival is the worship of Saraswati, the goddess of learning, with devotees adorning yellow attire symbolizing knowledge and auspiciousness. Rituals include ceremonial baths of Saraswati's idol and elaborate pujas seeking blessings for academic success and artistic endeavors.
Art History
The Artistic Majesty of Mawlid: An Odyssey Through Islamic Calligraphy and Visuals
Apr 3, 2024
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12 minutes read
Mawlid, the commemoration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad, is not only a spiritual event but also a cultural celebration that highlights the rich artistic heritage of the Islamic world. Central to this celebration are two significant forms of Islamic art...
Art History
Egon Schiele
Mar 6, 2023
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8 minutes read
Egon Schiele was one of the key figures of Austrian Expressionism with his distinctive graphic style, embrace of figural deformation, and rejection of conventional standards of beauty. His self-portraits and portraits of others are among the most outstanding works of the 20th century.
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Elisabeth Laplante, the freedom of abstraction
May 14, 2022
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8 minutes read
Surrealist practice taught Elisabeth Laplante to let go. This peculiarity did not leave the artist when, later, his work evolved towards abstraction...
Art History
American Landscapes in Painting and Photography: Collection of Ten Masterpieces
Aug 27, 2024
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11 minutes read
An imaginary journey through the beautiful landscapes of the United States, immortalized by some of the most iconic painters and photographers of the "New World"...