Author: Anita Louise Hummel
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John Albert Bauer, Sweden’s Gnomes and Troll Artist (1882-1918)
In today’s culture, gnomes and trolls have become very popular. Many people do not know who the original artist started this trend. John Albert Bauer is the Swedish artist and illustrator most widely known for his gnomes and trolls. Because of his detail in studying the Sami people in Northern Sweden, he used many of…
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Why Jeff Koons Made Puppy and Other Facts
One of Jeff Koon’s most famous art exhibitions is called Puppy. Before finding its permanent home at the Guggenheim Museum, the Puppy art exhibit has traveled the world. Jeff Koons created Puppy’s art exhibition for everyone viewing it to feel optimism and security. He uses both flowers and a puppy for his installation as those are…
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What Is The Difference Between Art And Creativity?
Being artistic and creative may seem the same, but there are some unique differences. After all, you also need to be a creative person to be good at art. A person can still be very creative even if they cannot draw, paint, or make sculptures. Having artistic abilities usually includes skills like drawing, painting, or…
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Vincent Van Gogh and His Sunflower Paintings
The Sunflower paintings that Vincent Van Gogh created are trendy. Many scholars believe that the Sunflower paintings helped Van Gogh’s popularity. Vincent Van Gogh and his Sunflowers paintings are his most famous paintings. Vincent Van Gogh painted many Sunflower paintings, which are now scattered in museums worldwide. Paul Gaugin loved Vincent Van Gogh’s Sunflower paintings.…
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Why Did Vincent van Gogh Use The Color Yellow So Much In His Work?
When you view Vincent van Gogh’s paintings, you will notice that Vincent Van Gogh uses a lot of vivid colors. One of the vivid colors that he uses a lot in his work is yellow. There have been many theories about why Vincent Van Gogh used the yellow color so much in his artwork. Some…
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Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit – Taking Photos and Other Tips
I received for Christmas a gift to a ticket to the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from my older sister and her husband. It was such a great gift as I have long been a Vincent Van Gogh fan. Before we entered the Immersive van Gogh Exhibit, the girl checking our ticket told…
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Mona Lisa Painting And The Paris Louvre Museum
Every year, millions of visitors visit the Louvre Museum in Paris. Most of these visitors will spend at least five minutes or more in front of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. The Mona Lisa is the most popular exhibit at the Louvre Museum. The Mona Lisa is one of the key paintings of the Louvre…
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7 Intriguing Facts About the Louvre Museum In Paris, France
One of the most fascinating museums globally is the Louvre Museum in Paris. The Louvre history and the museum are filled with many interesting facts. The Louvre is the largest museum globally; it was once built as a fortress to protect the city of Paris. Under the French Republic’s rule, General Napoleon expanded the Louvre’s…
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Is It Too Late To Study Art?
Many older people wonder if they are too late to study or develop an artistic skill. They wonder if art is something they must only learn at a certain age. It is never too late to study art. Whether you are eight years old are 80 years old, you can explore art and become an…
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Fine Arts Vs. Craft, Is There A Difference?
The differences between fine arts and crafts can be confusing. The lines between both of these terms have become more blurred over time. Fine art is a broad term that encompasses many art forms, from the visual to the written word. Dance, music, theatre, painting, writing, poetry, and sculpture are all under the fine art…
