Category: Great Art & Artists
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The Great Wave Off Kanagawa by Japanese Artist Hokusai (1790-1849)
Also Known as Under the Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai One of the most famous Japanese woodblock prints is the timeless woodblock by the Japanese artist Hokusai, known as The Great Wave Off Kanagawa or simply The Great Wave. The woodblock print continues to be an iconic and influential art piece. The Japanese artist Hokusai…
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Was the Mexican Artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) A Surrealism Artist?
Frida Kahlo (1907-1954), the renowned Mexican artist, is widely recognized for her unique and captivating artworks that delve into themes of identity, pain, and self-expression. While Kahlo’s art is often associated with Surrealism, a movement that emerged in Europe during the early 20th century, it is crucial to examine the nuances of her work to…
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51 Curated Inspiring Quotes About Art
51 of some of our favorite curated quotes to help inspire the artist within you. Quotes and words of wisdom curated from famous artists, writers, and others. “Art is either revolution or plagiarism.” – Paul Gauguin “Painting is self-discovery. Every good artist paints what he is.” – Jackson Pollock “Learn the rules like a pro,…
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Who Was the Mexican Artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954)?0
Frida Kahlo’s art is very personal and unique. Her art gives us a glimpse into her life which was filled with pain and suffering. That is why to understand Frida Kahlo’s art, you need to understand a bit about her life. Frida Kahlo is one of Mexico’s premier artists. She suffered from polio and was…
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Who Is the Swedish Artist Sigrid Hjerten (1885-1948)?
I first heard about Sigrid Hjerten when I visited an exhibition of some of her work in 1985 at the Sundsvall Museum in Sundsvall, Sweden. At the time, I loved her work so much I bought a poster that I have had hanging in my house ever since. Sigrid Hjerten is considered one of Sweden’s…
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42 Motivational And Inspiring Quotes by Vincent Van Gogh
Vincent Van Gogh holds a special place in my list of admired artists. His captivating works and his exceptional use of color never fail to amaze me. Yet, Van Gogh’s brilliance extends beyond his visual artistry; he is also renowned for his profound and insightful quotes about life and existence. These words offer a deeper…
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Who is the Swedish Artist Hilma af Klint (1862-1944)?
Every once in a while you come across a woman artist who was a true courageous trailblazer and visionary. That artist is the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint. Hilma af Klint was a Swedish woman artist who was painting revolutionary modern artwork for her time. A trailblazing, creative figure who kept her art and paintings…
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Who Was The Western American Artist Minerva Teichert (1888-1976)?
Every once in a while you come across the name of an amazing woman artist. I saw Minerva Teichert’s art many times when I attended Brigham Young University but I knew very little about her work or her life. As I have studied and gotten to know more about her, I have great adoration for…
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25 Facts About The Christus Statue Artist Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844)
The Christus statue is one of the most well-known statues of Christ. The sculpture is the work of the 19th-century Danish artist Bertel Thorvaldsen. Bertel Thorvaldsen was born into poverty in Copenhagen Denmark. He was accepted to the Royal Danish Academy of Art at a young age. While he was there he won an award…
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22 Facts About Carl Larsson, The Swedish Artist, and Illustrator
Carl Larsson is an iconic Swedish Artist. If you travel to Sweden, you will find the reproduction of many of his prints and artwork on various products. He is like the Norman Rockwell of Sweden as he painted so many wonderful scenes from Swedish daily life in a way no one else has since. Carl…
