Author: Anita Louise Hummel

  • What Are The Ancient Western Classical Arts?  A Quick Guide

    What Are The Ancient Western Classical Arts? A Quick Guide

    Many people can be confused about what the ancient Western classical arts meant. I know that I have also been confused by what period the Western classical arts covered. The Ancient Western Classical arts cover three main art periods: Minoan Art, Ancient Greek Art, and Ancient Roman Art. Though these arts are similar, they are…

  • Who Is The Cambodian Artist Sopheap Pich?

    Who Is The Cambodian Artist Sopheap Pich?

    Occasionally, you come across an artist living in a Third World country and producing truly world-class and noteworthy art. This is how I felt when I saw the natural materials-inspired artwork and sculptures of the Cambodian artist Sopheap Pich. Sopheap Pich was born in Battambang, Cambodia. After the bloody Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia ended,…

  • Do Artists Still Need Art Galleries In This Age Of The Internet?

    Do Artists Still Need Art Galleries In This Age Of The Internet?

    Many artists may ask themselves that “do I really need to sell my work in an art gallery in this age of the Internet?” Many artists may never sell their art in an art gallery, but other artists may only sell their art in an art gallery. Art galleries are still relevant places for artists…

  • Who Is the Japanese Woodblock Print Artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi?

    Who Is the Japanese Woodblock Print Artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi?

    Recently, I have become very fascinated with the Japanese art style of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. When I look at these woodblock prints and many of the colors and designs used, I am fascinated by how many of these prints are on trend today. Utagawa Kuniyoshi is one of the great artists of this Japanese art…

  • How Do You Identify A Japanese Artist’s Signature on Woodblock Prints?

    How Do You Identify A Japanese Artist’s Signature on Woodblock Prints?

    In a Japanese woodblock print, it can be challenging to identify where the artist’s signature is on the print. This is because there are so many variations in where the signature can be located on a print. The signature on a Japanese woodblock print is the Japanese characters above or near the red artistic seal…

  • Who Is The American Artist Jackson Pollock (1912-1956)?

    Who Is The American Artist Jackson Pollock (1912-1956)?

    Paul Jackson Pollock was an American painter and also a major figure in the abstract art movement. He was widely known for his technique of pouring and splashing liquid household paints onto a canvas. Jackson Pollock is considered by some to be one of the most brilliant American abstract expressionist artists that ever lived. Others…

  • 40 Inspiring Quotes from the American Artist Georgia O’Keeffe

    40 Inspiring Quotes from the American Artist Georgia O’Keeffe

    One of my all-time favorite artists is Georgia O’Keeffe. If you need a bit of inspiration about your art, life, or just general wisdom, Georgia O’Keeffe has it all for you. I find all her words very inspiring. Not only is Georgia O’Keeffe an amazing artist but she also has a lot of great things…

  • 40 Inspiring Quotes From the  Artist Pablo Picasso

    40 Inspiring Quotes From the Artist Pablo Picasso

    One of the most famous artists of all time is no doubt the Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. Pablo Picasso was not only an amazing artist but he also left us as a legacy of his many quotations. The Spanish artist Pablo Picasso lived a very long life. During his lifetime he gave us many inspiring…

  • Who Is The Swedish Artist Anders Zorn (1860-1920)?

    Who Is The Swedish Artist Anders Zorn (1860-1920)?

    Anders Leonard Zorn is one of Sweden’s more famous artists. He was a very prolific artist who left us with a great legacy of his art. Anders Zorn, born in Mora, Sweden, is one of Sweden’s most celebrated and essential artists. He gained international acclaim and success as a painter, sculptor, and etcher. He is…

  • 6 Basic Business Skills You Need to Succeed As An Artist

    6 Basic Business Skills You Need to Succeed As An Artist

    One of the first things that many artists learn is that success in your art business is not always just about the art, but there are also other skills you must learn to master along the way. Many of these business skills are things that you need to learn to master on your own as…