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Painted in Secret: When Art Wasn’t Meant to Be Seen
There is something hauntingly intimate about art that was never meant to be shared—a kind of raw, unfiltered truth that escapes the performance of an audience. Before gallery walls, before critics and collectors, artists went through moments where they picked up brushes not for fame or legacy, but for themselves. For grief. For love. For…
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Video games CAN be Art: a medium where art can flourish
The discussion surrounding video games as a form of art is ongoing, with many arguing for the validity of this connection. Gamers and advocates for the medium strive to defend the idea that video games can be considered art against the skepticism of traditional art connoisseurs. To cite Roger Ebert’s claims: “No one in or…
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Why People Romanticize ‘Vintage’ Art Styles
Vintage art styles never truly fade—they always resurface in different forms, reinterpreted by new generations. From the tinted photographs of 1920s, grainy film aesthetics of the 60s to the youthful 90s Y2K style, it seems as if vintage trends remain timeless and people continue to be fascinated by them. But why are we so drawn…
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The Intersection of Creativity and Technology: How AI is Shaping the Creative World
In recent years, we’ve seen a remarkable transformation in the creative landscape, largely thanks to technological advances, especially artificial intelligence (AI). Artists, designers, musicians, and writers are now exploring new horizons in their work, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From AI-generated artwork to automated musical scores and innovative storytelling, the blend of creativity and…
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Tarot as a Work of Art: A Journey Through Iconography
Want to know what’s coming in your near future? What feelings does he have for you? Why is your present the way it seems? Tarot might have some answers. Divination tools are nothing new, for thousands of years the human race has tried to discover what’s coming, and, as a tarot reader myself I have…
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When art meets nature: Monet’s contribution to Impressionism Movement
Woman with Parasol, Monet (1875) The Life of Impressionism’s Master Claude Monet, born in 1840, was a French painter who became one of the most significant figures of the Impressionist movement. His childhood was relatively simple; growing up next to the port of Le Havre in Normandy, he was passionate about being an artist from…
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Masterpieces We Will Never See: Lost Artworks of History
Artemisia Gentileschi (Rome 1593-Naples 1652) Throughout history there have been countless artworks which have captivated audiences for their imagery and profound messages. These pieces offer a window into their creators’ aspirations, as well as tell the stories of the times they inhabit. Yet, some of these iconic works have been lost to time, leaving only whispers…
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From Tradition to Innovation: The Evolution of Modernism in American Art
American Modernism ArtSource: Art Pictures Club The transition from the 19th to the early 20th century marked a significant shift in the art and cultural landscape. This period saw the rise of Modernism, a movement fueled by rapid industrial growth, technological progress, and social transformations that challenged conventional notions of art, literature, and design. In…
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Finding a Way Through Art: The Story and Artwork of Tarsila do Amaral
Tarsila do Amaral The Artist Behind the Paintings Tarsila do Amaral was born in 1886 on a farm in São Bernardo, a rural area of São Paulo, Brazil. Coming from a wealthy family, her father, José, and her mother, Lydia, belonged to traditional and affluent lineages. Her grandfather, who shared his son’s name, owned numerous…
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Beyond Beauty: The Power of Banksy’s Provocative Art
Art isn’t just about pretty things hanging on walls. At least, it shouldn’t be. It’s the unnoticed mural on a forgotten street corner, the masterpiece in a museum, or even the splash of graffiti scrawled in the dead of night. Art is supposed to make us feel — not that polite nod of approval when you pass…
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