Latest post / November 14, 2024

The Open Window: Matisse’s Colour Revolution

Discover how Matisse’s The Open Window transformed modern art, breaking boundaries with bold colour and expressive form.

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In-depth articles, exploring artists, periods, movements and art history, both classic & contemporary.
10 Famous Paintings by Frida Kahlo
Discover the raw emotion behind the revolutionary Mexican artist's most iconic paintings, capturing her struggles, passions, and indomitable spirit.
Piet Mondrian: The Evolution of a Dutch Master
Taking painting from an aesthetic practice to a philosophical one, Mondrian distilled the ideas of his predecessors to show the world a radical new direction for the future of art.

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Handy tips and comprehensive guides, from picking the perfect piece, to picture hanging and interior design.
Klimt's 'The Kiss' in Context
Step into the world of Klimt’s The Kiss, uncovering its symbolism, technique, and place in the artist’s captivating golden period.
Deep Dive: The Wanderer Above a Sea of Fog

Explore Caspar David Friedrich’s The Wanderer Above a Sea of Fog, a masterpiece of German Romanticism. Uncover the personal, historical, and philosophical influences behind the painting, revealing why it continues to captivate artists and art-lovers as a profound reflection on nature & the human spirit.

10 Famous Paintings by Henri Rousseau
Explore the fascinating world of Henri Rousseau’s art with our top ten picks, uncovering the surreal jungles, Parisian landscapes, and symbolic scenes that defined the self-taught visionary’s unique style.
10 Famous Paintings by Frida Kahlo
Discover the raw emotion behind the revolutionary Mexican artist's most iconic paintings, capturing her struggles, passions, and indomitable spirit.
Art Terms, Simplified
Expressionism? Giclée? Mid-century? Our straightforward glossary makes it simple.