Installed along the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee Art Museum stands as a beacon of artistic expression and architectural brilliance. Coming from Milwaukee and spending time sailing on Lake Michigan, the art museum symbolizes this great city. At the heart of the Art Museum lies the Quadracci Pavilion, an iconic sculptural addition designed…
One painting accommodated in the Van Gogh Museum in the Netherlands stands starkly apart from the typical repertoire of Vincent van Gogh. It’s an unusual depiction of a human skeleton smoking a cigarette, a striking divergence in color and style from Van Gogh’s more familiar works. This artwork, known as ‘Head of a Skeleton with…
The saying “It’s never too late to start” has never rung more true than in the life of Anna Mary Robertson Moses, better known as Grandma Moses. Grandma Moses is a renowned artist who came to prominence in the later years of her life; Grandma Moses is not only an inspirational figure in the world…
When discussing the world’s most renowned and widely viewed paintings, one artwork consistently claims the spotlight: the Mona Lisa. Painted by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci and completed in 1506, it is the world’s most famous and most viewed painting. However, its significance extends far beyond mere popularity. The Mona Lisa’s intriguing history, including…
Frida Kahlo, a name that resonates with art enthusiasts and admirers worldwide, is an iconic figure renowned for her mesmerizing and emotionally charged artwork. But behind the beautiful canvases lies a life of resilience and an unwavering spirit. At age 18, on the verge of fulfilling her dreams of becoming a doctor, Kahlo’s path took…
The portrayal of women has long been a captivating and cherished subject in the annals of art history. From the hands of renowned male painters to the brushstrokes of influential female artists, the depiction of women has yielded a rich tapestry of remarkable and celebrated works of art. Join us on an enchanting voyage as…
One of my favorite artists is the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. His painting The Scream continues to be an iconic work of art. Even though Edvard Munch, the renowned Norwegian artist, is often associated with his iconic painting “The Scream.” However, his artistic journey and contributions extend far beyond this single work. Munch’s early life…
Claude Monet, a visionary artist of the 19th century, emerged as a trailblazer of the artistic revolution, pushing the boundaries with his extraordinary style and a remarkable talent for capturing the fleeting interplay of light and color. He is one of my favorite Impressionism artists. Claude Monet, one of the leading figures of the Impressionist…
Pablo Picasso continues to be one of my favorite artists. His art is filled with emotion and messages. Pablo Picasso painted many important paintings during his lifetime as an artist. But seven of us most important “The Old Guitarist,: “Boy With a Pipe, and his more famous painting “Guernica”. Read on as we explore each…
Vincent Van Gogh’s Sunflower paintings remain one of my favorite series of paintings. When I was a child, my mother had a printed copy of one of the sunflower paintings in our kitchen. The Sunflower series of paintings by Vincent van Gogh undoubtedly stand as some of his most renowned and cherished works of art.…