
Contemporary Art Techniques
Exploring the innovative methods used by modern artists to create captivating visual experiences, from mixed media to installation art and beyond.
Read ArticleInsights, stories, and creative inspiration from the world of art
Exploring the innovative methods used by modern artists to create captivating visual experiences, from mixed media to installation art and beyond.
Read ArticleFrom underground rebellion to mainstream galleries - how street art transformed the artistic landscape and gained recognition as a legitimate art form.
Read ArticleHow technology has created new possibilities for artistic expression in the digital age, from digital painting to NFTs and the metaverse.
Read ArticleUnderstanding how artists use color to evoke emotions and create psychological impacts in their artwork throughout different movements and periods.
Read ArticleCelebrating the often overlooked female artists who made significant contributions to the development of modern art movements and aesthetics.
Read ArticleThe world's first photograph was taken in 1826 by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce and required an exposure time of 8 hours.
Pablo Picasso created approximately 50,000 artworks in his lifetime, including paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, and ceramics.
Picasso's Blue Period (1901-1904) was triggered by the suicide of his friend Carlos Casagemas, leading to somber blue-toned paintings.
In 2018, Banksy's "Girl With Balloon" automatically shredded itself after being sold at auction for $1.4 million, becoming a new artwork titled "Love is in the Bin."