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Details of three of Vermeer's most famous works
Details of three of Vermeer's most famous works: 'The Lacemaker', 'The Milkmaid' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' LOUVRE MUSEUM, Paris; RIJKSMUSEUM, Amsterdam, and MAURITSHUIS, The Hague | Source: abc.es
Sublime Vermeer – Magical Light and Precious Moments
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is putting on display 28 of Johannes Vermeer’s paintings from February 10th to June 4th, 2023. "Vermeer" is the simple and confident name given to this historical event, which has proven enough since advance ticket sales were over 200,000 before the opening. Because of the overwhelming demand, the Rijksmuseum has suspended…
The Larger-Than-Life Legacy of Master Muralist Diego Rivera
Diego Rivera, “The Marriage of the Artistic Expression of the North and of the South on This Continent,” also known as “Pan American Unity,” 1940; courtesy City College of San Francisco; © Banco de México Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo Museums Trust, Mexico City / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York; Image: Cultural Heritage Imaging | Source: sfmoma.org
The Larger-Than-Life Legacy of Master Muralist Diego Rivera
“An artist is above all a human being, profoundly human to the core. If the artist can’t feel everything that humanity feels, if the artist isn’t capable of loving until he forgets himself and sacrifices himself if necessary, if he won’t put down his magic brush and head the fight against the oppressor, then he…
Marilyn Minter on Encompassing Human Desire, Sexual Politics, and Modern Feminism
Marilyn Minter painting “Pop Rocks” (2009), enamel on metal, collection of Danielle and David Ganek | Source: widewalls.ch
Marilyn Minter on Encompassing Human Desire, Sexual Politics, and Modern Feminism
“I always knew I had something to say even when nobody else wanted to listen.” – Marilyn Minter Marilyn Minter is known for her hypnotizing hyperrealistic paintings and vividly-colored photographs, which often include imagery depicting human sexuality, feminine desire, and erotic impulses. Minter explores the contemporary philosophies of beauty and has established a personal brand…
The Dada Baroness - Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven and Principle of Nonacquiescence
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The Dada Baroness – Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven and Principle of NonacquiescenceCaptivated by The Baroness Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven’s ''principle of nonacquiescence,” an American poet and critic Ezra Pound, along with his publisher friend Jane Heap, whom he helped run the celebrated literary magazine The Little Review (1914-1929), were the biggest champions of the Baroness’s provocative Dada literary and artworks. Known for unapologetically pushing sexual boundaries, fighting…
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Dreams, Fantasies and Psychic Automatism – Surrealism ExplainedThere were many influential artistic movements and events that occurred in the beginning and middle of the previous century that shifted people's perceptions. Surrealism, which aims to subvert reality, is an example of this — an art movement that sprang from the demise of Dadaism. Instead of voicing their dissatisfaction with traditional art and life…
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How to Advance Your Career with Art Galleries and DealersWhen you're a growing artist pursuing it as a career, a simply unavoidable step in the process is, obviously, growth. It's relevant in a number of ways and not just the most obvious literal one. Sure, growing your audience is important but true advancement comes through certain experiences, many of which are provided exclusively by…
How to Avoid Common Artist Website Mistakes
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How to Avoid Common Artist Website MistakesThere are quite a few aspects that make an artist's website look unprofessional, making potential customers wary. Both amateur and professional artists need to do their best to present themselves professionally online so customers can understand why they should hire your artistic services. If you've ever created a website about your career or creative work,…
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Memory and Mortality: Christian Boltanski“You can tell the truth more truthfully than with the truth itself.” - Christian Boltanski Christian Boltanski, an artist who most often incorporated concepts of memory, chance, and loss in his art, passed away this summer on Wednesday, August 11th. The gallery that represented him, Marian Goodman, has announced his death without a note about…
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Guide to Finding the Right Agent or Website for Your ArtThere is a saying — the most common money-related mistake artists make is a reluctance to invest in their careers — and it is not too far from the truth. As artists, we are often driven by emotion instead of logic; and that may impact our judgment and certain decisions that may affect our careers…