The Beauty of Abstract Art
Art Abstract art has a unique beauty that is often overlooked or forgotten due to the unrealistic nature of it. Before the mid-nineteenth Century most Western
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Easiest Art Heist in Paris
Is theft of over $124 million worth of art from the Musee d’Art Modern (Museum of Modern Art) in Paris was part of a movie plot, chances are it wouldn’t have had any exciting action scenes. Art thieves managed to steal 5 priceless paintings while 3 security guards were on duty, completely oblivious to the art heist taking place. Despite the art thieves breaking a back window to enter the museum, the building’s alarm systems were not triggered.
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Good bye and farewell to famous Expressionist artist LeRoy Neiman
LeRoy Neiman died June 20, 2012 in New York City just after his 91st birthday. He was most known as an Expressionist painter. Neiman’s first work for Playboy Magazine’s fifth edition which then started him authoring for 15 year a feature titled “Man at His Leisure”. He worked for Playboy Magazine monthly even until recently.
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Unconventional Color Schemes in Art
Artists have the ability to tap into the power of colors when they create a piece of art. Color plays a strong role in the way a work of art is perceived and experienced by the viewer. Certain colors can raise spirits while others can dampen moods. Some colors can invigorate and enliven while others can put people to sleep. How can artists use the power of colors to their advantage?
Exploring Chicago’s Sculptures
Many people would agree that sculptures have the perfect combination of beauty, balance, stateliness, and solidity. Rich in art and culture, Chicago has one of the most impressive arrays of sculptures of any location on earth.
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Sailboats are Examples of Recreational, Fun and Relaxing for Set Sail
Sailboats are Examples of Recreational, Fun and Relaxing for Set Sail
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Lighthouses are Examples of Beauty, Symmetry, and Strength Lighthouses – Beacons of Hope Lighthouses have long been viewed as beacons of hope and symbols of
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Inspirational Tips to Boost your Artistic Creativity
If you are looking for inspiration, this post is all about helping you discover a muse to jump starting your creative ambition.
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Fireworks Celebrate Cai Gou – Qiang’s Bold Art
You may recognize the name, Cai Gou- Qiang from the 2008 Olympics. Cai was the mastermind behind all special effects for the opening and closing ceremonies.
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Which one of these blue trees doesn’t belong? The residents of Seattle have been wondering just that. Those who visit Seattle’s Westlake Park this summer are sure to witness a unique change of scenery. Australian artist, Konstantin Dimopoulos is responsible for transforming the usually brown bark on these trees bright blue. No, she didn’t climb these trees and…
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More Anders Leonard Zorn – Swedish Portrait Painter
Anders Leonard Zorn was born in Sweden in 1860. Though his parents never married, he was allowed to take his father’s name. Raised by his grandparents, Zorn spent his childhood in Yvraden and attended Mora Strand and a grammar school in Enkoping. From a very early age, Anders Zorn showed great potential as an artist.…
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What to do With A Child’s Artwork: Tips and Tricks for Parents and Grandparents
If you are a parent or a grandparent you may be familiar with the joy of receiving a child’s drawing as a gift. In this case, you also know it can be a challenge to store the many scraps of paper covered with imaginative drawings and colorful doodles. Here are some tips and tricks for…
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