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Edward Hopper's Symbolism of Urban Solitude and Social Distancing
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Edward Hopper’s Symbolism of Urban Solitude and Social DistancingThe term ‘life’ as used in art is something not to be held in contempt, for it applies to all of its existence, and the province of art is to react to it and not to shun it. - Edward Hopper  Edward Hopper was an American realist painter who died of natural causes on May…
In Contemplation of Lines and Scribbles – Cy Twombly’s Beautiful Writing
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In Contemplation of Lines and Scribbles – Cy Twombly’s Beautiful Writing“Graffiti is linear and it's done with a pencil, and it's like writing on walls. But in my paintings it's more lyrical.” -  Cy Twombly From August 2nd to October 30th, 2022, The J. Paul Getty Museum presents Cy Twombly: Making Past Present, an exhibition that explores the celebrated American artist’s creative journey, which was…
21 Must-See Art Films for Art Lovers
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21 Must-See Art Films for Art LoversNo, it’s not your imagination – summers are getting hotter. This year, the US had its hottest summer on record, reaching temperatures that haven’t been felt since 1936! Heat spikes not only post physical health threats, but they can affect our mental health and well-being too. With global warming making heat waves more likely, it’s…
Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon An Iconic Artistic Rivalry and Friendship
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Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon: An Iconic Artistic Rivalry and FriendshipIn 1964, Francis Bacon executed a 78 x 58 ⅛ in. portrait depicting Lucian Freud, his fellow artist, constant companion, and rival. And on June 29th, 2022, the painting titled Study for Portrait of Lucian Freud achieved £43.3 million (USD $52 million) at Sotheby’s London Sales, making it the most expensive contemporary painting offered in…
Henri Matisse Master of Color and Light
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Henri Matisse: Master of Color and LightColor helps to express light, not the physical phenomenon, but the only light that really exists, that in the artist’s brain. - Henri Matisse The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) recreates Henri Matisse’s The Red Studio (L’Atelier rouge) (1911), bringing together seven paintings, three sculptures, and one ceramic plate for a mini retrospective titled “Matisse:…
An Exploration of Cave Paintings The Story of Humanity’s Longest Art Form
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An Exploration of Cave Paintings: The Story of Humanity’s Longest Art FormIn May 2022, a team of researchers published the details of what is now recognized as the largest known ancient cave art image in the US. The record-breaking cave painting of a nearly 10 feet long serpent-like figure is more than 1,000 years old. The Indigenous Americans that left the etchings on the cave ceiling…