Pop Culture
When Cinema pays tribute to Masterpieces of Art History
Mar 20, 2021
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8 minutes read
Today, we're going to find out how art is expressed through the camera. Whether it's biographical films describing emblematic artistic trajectories, subtle references or homages known by everyone, one thing is sure: Art is everywhere!
Lifestyle
Nichole Galicia: Between Cinema, Fashion and Passion for Contemporary Art
Aug 14, 2023
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11 minutes read
Nichole Galicia, a multidisciplinary artist between cinema and fashion, embodies a deep passion for contemporary art, collecting works by renowned artists while promoting the emergence of new talents. Her philanthropic commitment and her role as an inspiration reflect her desire to create bridges between diverse artistic worlds.
Art News
Art makes its cinema, 9th edition of MIFAC in Angoulême from March 16 to 19, 2023
Feb 28, 2023
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4 minutes read
A festive moment eagerly awaited each year by art lovers and which will once again highlight recent quality films: documentaries shot by passionate directors who compete in imagination and technical prowess through portraits of fascinating and documented artists.
Lifestyle
Sofia Coppola: A Cinematic Visionary and Art Enthusiast
Sep 14, 2023
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6 minutes read
Sofia Coppola is an accomplished American filmmaker known for her unique cinematic style and award-winning films like "Lost in Translation." She is also recognized as an art lover, with a keen appreciation for visual aesthetics that often permeate her work.
Art News
Steven Spielberg: in the top 10 Hollywood collectors
Sep 20, 2023
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10 minutes read
Steven Allan Spielberg, born on December 18, 1946, is a prominent American filmmaker who wears multiple hats as a director, producer, and screenwriter...
Artist Portraits
Hico, self-taught in his technique
Dec 7, 2022
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5 minutes read
Hico started drawing when he was 6-7 years old. Hico took a few courses, chose the visual arts option at the baccalaureate. But he is self-taught in my current technique....
Art History
TOP 10: works inspired by movies
Apr 2, 2023
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13 minutes read
My top 10, in addition to linking, through the meaning of the films, the world of art to the world of cinema, also pursues the intention of providing you with revealing images, capable of making you gasp in thought: I, too, had felt that shot, that scene or that gesture, as depicted by the artist of Artmajeur...
Lifestyle
Miuccia Prada: the collection of Fondazione Prada
Sep 13, 2023
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10 minutes read
Miuccia Prada is most renowned for her iconic fashion label bearing her name, but she has also left a significant imprint on the Italian art scene...
Lifestyle
Alain Delon: The collection of a movie star
Oct 5, 2023
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8 minutes read
The art collection of Alain Delon, the iconic film star of the 1960s and 1970s and one of the most enduring sex symbols in cinematic history, went under the hammer at Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr in Paris...
Artist Portraits
Henri Cartier-Bresson, the art of capturing the decisive moment
Jul 18, 2023
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12 minutes read
Henri Cartier-Bresson was an iconic French photographer of the 20th century, a pioneer of photojournalism and a master of the decisive moment, capturing fleeting and meaningful moments with a unique artistic sensibility.
Art History
Raksha Bandhan: The Bond of Protection in Hindu Art
May 29, 2024
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6 minutes read
Raksha Bandhan, an annual Hindu festival meaning "the bond of protection" in Sanskrit, celebrates the protective and caring relationship between siblings through the ritual of sisters tying rakhis around their brothers' wrists and receiving gifts in return. This tradition has evolved and adapted, symbolizing not only familial bonds but also fostering voluntary kin relations and extending beyond traditional boundaries.
Art News
Detroit Institute of Arts Tops US Rankings Again!
Mar 14, 2024
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2 minutes read
The Detroit Institute of Arts has been named the best art museum in America for the second year running in USA Today's 2024 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards. The museum is celebrated for its extensive collection and currently features the special exhibition "Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898 – 1971."
Pop Culture
David Lynch Sculpture Transforms Santa Monica Landscape
Apr 4, 2024
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2 minutes read
A towering 6,4 meter (21-foot) mirrored metal sculpture of director David Lynch, crafted by Czech artist David Černý, has been unveiled in Santa Monica, capturing the essence of Lynch's connection to Prague and cinema.
Artist Portraits
Ugo Nespolo: An Icon of Contemporary Italian Art
Jul 10, 2024
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8 minutes read
Ugo Nespolo is a multifaceted and innovative artist known for his eclectic approach that encompasses painting, sculpture, cinema, and design. His vibrant and playful works embody a strong sense of creative freedom and experimentation, making him a distinctive figure in the contemporary art scene...
Lifestyle
Tom Ford's Universe: From Fashion and Film to Art and Collecting
Sep 9, 2023
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5 minutes read
Tom Ford is a globally renowned fashion designer known for his luxury clothing. In addition to his fashion career, he is also a filmmaker and passionate art collector, celebrated for his discerning taste in the art world.
Lifestyle
Alec Baldwin: Art, love, and disappointment
Oct 30, 2023
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8 minutes read
The 30 Rock actor made waves when he sued reseller Mary Boone for selling him a different version of Ross Bleckner's Sea and Mirror than the one he intended to buy...
Art History
Dance at the Moulin de la Galette by Auguste Renoir
Jun 7, 2023
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8 minutes read
"Le Bal du Moulin de la Galette" is a famous painting by Auguste Renoir. Made in 1876, it depicts a lively and joyful scene at an open-air ball at the famous Moulin de la Galette in Montmartre, Paris.
Art News
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.
Lifestyle
Jack Nicholson: a $150 Million Art Collection
Sep 1, 2023
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8 minutes read
Nicholson has established himself as a prominent art collector, having begun his journey in the 1960s. His collection proudly features works by artistic luminaries such as Picasso...
Artist Portraits
Mister Pablo Costa: My father encouraged me to create works of art
Apr 9, 2024
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8 minutes read
"My father, a computer graphic designer by trade for whom I had great admiration, pushed me to create works of art. I spent the first 10 years of my life in his workshop. He painted in oil surrealist works characterizing his life journey and idolizing Salvador Dali"...
Art News
Soon new signs in the metro station: Gare St Lazare - Direction Musée Art Ludique.
Jan 24, 2020
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0 minutes read
Do you like the worlds of Cinema, BD, manga and Video Games? We will have to wait a bit until spring 2021 to queue for the reopening of the Musée Art Ludique.
Artist Portraits
Paolo Damiani, breathe art in my family
Jun 24, 2023
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5 minutes read
Breathing art in my family. My father, a painter and artist, contributed to my passion which later turned into my profession...
Artist Portraits
Christophe Stephan Durand: At 9 years old I started drawing seriously
Nov 14, 2023
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5 minutes read
"My artistic experience began very young. My father painted forgeries of masters. I remained in awe of his copies for a long time. At 9 years old I began to draw seriously. "...
Art History
Arte povera: a poetic and visionary art
Apr 4, 2017
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2 minutes read
Arte Povera, originally an artistic guerrilla based on a formal radicalism and an economy of means, has never been so topical.
Lifestyle
Leonardo DiCaprio, it is thanks to Leonardo da Vinci
Aug 1, 2023
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8 minutes read
Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio, born on November 11, 1974, is a highly acclaimed American actor and film producer, known for his exceptional work in biographical and period films...
Artist Portraits
JIRI HAVLIK: Simplicity and efficiency
Sep 19, 2019
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2 minutes read
Slender women, naked or in swimsuits rub shoulders with riders, butterflies and landscapes with clean lines. Simplicity and efficiency are the hallmarks of this artist!
Art History
Goddess Unveiled: Exploring the Artistic Depictions of Durga Puja
Apr 25, 2024
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14 minutes read
Exploring the diverse representations of Durga Puja in art, from traditional to modern interpretations, reveals the festival's enduring significance as a source of inspiration for artists and a reflection of cultural identity. Through intricate paintings, sculptures, and innovative installations, artists celebrate Durga Puja's rich mythology and collective ethos, bridging tradition with innovation to captivate audiences and provoke thought on pressing societal issues.
Artist Portraits
Man Ray, the visionary artist who revolutionized photography
Jul 11, 2023
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13 minutes read
Man Ray, visionary artist of the 20th century, marked the history of art with his innovative approach to photography and his contribution to surrealist aesthetics, pushing the limits of artistic creativity.
Artist Portraits
Manuel, the medium of oil painting
Dec 14, 2022
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11 minutes read
At first, Manuel was more of a draftsman than a painter, then he experimented with acrylic paint, which he didn't like (quick drying, lack of shadows, etc.). Subsequently, the artist discovered oil painting and its secrets in 2010, and was immediately convinced that this technique would suit him...
Art News
Gérard Depardieu: an eclectic art collection
Aug 25, 2023
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6 minutes read
Gérard Depardieu, famous French actor, reveals his artistic passion through a varied collection of works of art, ranging from classical sculptures to contemporary pieces. As a committed patron, he has also contributed to the preservation of cultural heritage, while reflecting his deep attachment to creative expression.
Lifestyle
Barbra Streisand: A Long History of Collecting
Oct 16, 2023
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8 minutes read
The singer and actress, residing in California, has a long history of art and design collecting, dating back to her acquisition of a Matisse piece in 1964...
Art History
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...
Pop Culture
Surrealist Art References in Squid Game
Oct 8, 2021
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7 minutes read
The new South Korean series that beats all the audience records on Netflix is full of details of all kinds and is skilfully inspired by surrealist artists such as Rene Magritte, Salvador Dali or MC Escher: short overview of the artistic references hidden in the series. Spoilers Warning!
Art News
A huge new contemporary art center opens in Moscow a stone's throw from the Kremlin
Dec 9, 2021
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3 minutes read
Despite Putin's attack on artists, Russia's richest man develops a massive modern art center. The center provides new prospects for Russian artists, as long as they stay away from politics.
Art News
New York exhibition shows influence of French decorative arts on Walt Disney creations
Dec 22, 2021
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3 minutes read
The famed film-maker was inspired by French decorative arts, according to an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
Artist Portraits
Don McCullin
Jul 6, 2023
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9 minutes read
Don McCullin is an acclaimed British photojournalist, known for his impactful photographs of conflict zones around the world. Her committed and emotionally powerful work has earned her international recognition and helped raise awareness of the devastating consequences of war and social injustice.