Art History 101
Learn about the artists, movements, and trends behind your favorite styles of art—from Classical to Contemporary, and hitting everything in between, including Street Art, Pop Art, Impressionism, and Abstract Expressionism.
Art History 101
Beyond the Blue: The Legacy of Yves Klein
Not many artists can lay claim to a color, but Yves Klein (1928-1962) is …
Art History 101
Elaine de Kooning: Blurring Abstraction and Representat...
Elaine de Kooning was a prolific artist, critic, and teacher who, though …
Art History 101
The Departure of Jean-Michel Basquiat
Recognized as one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century, …
Art History 101
Georgia O’Keeffe’s Lifetime Journey
Recognized as one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century, …
Art History 101
Mark Rothko and the Emergence of Color Field Painting
The American modern arts landscape owes much to the innovations of Mark Rothko …
Art History 101
Andy Warhol and the Legacy of Pop Art
American artist Andy Warhol is widely recognized by audiences and critics alike …
Art History 101
David Hockney’s Vivid World
David Hockney’s lively and refreshing paintings are imbued with vibrancy and …
Art History 101
Frida Kahlo’s Groundbreaking Feminist Artistry
Frida Kahlo’s social significance is one not to be underestimated. From her …
Art History 101
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architectural Pioneer
A pioneer and a visionary, Frank Lloyd Wright is widely considered to be one of …
Art History 101
Op Art: Illusory Devices and Optical Manipulations
It is unsurprising that Op art, based upon its very name, is an extremely …
Art History 101
Leonardo da Vinci: Master Draftsman
Leonardo da Vinci is arguably one of the most famous painters to have ever …
Art History 101
Willem De Kooning and the Reason Oil Paint Was Invented
Perhaps Abstract Expressionism’s most radical departure from the norm was its …
Art History 101
For the Love of Dots: The Ascent of Yayoi Kusama
Now the top selling living female artist, Kusama has taken her dot motifs from …
Art History 101
5 Power Couples from Art History
Perhaps romance deserves some credit for inspiring some of the most significant …
Art History 101
The Radicalism of Gerhard Richter
Often described as an artist “beyond ‘isms,’” Gerhard Richter has …
Art History 101
What is Abstract Expressionism? Part II
The movement’s drips, splashes, and washes of color would see New York …
Art History 101
What is Abstract Expressionism? Part I
The movement’s drips, splashes, and washes of color would see New York …
Art History 101
Fauvism and Henri Matisse
“To copy the objects in a still life is nothing. One must render the emotions …
Art History 101
The Evolution of Street Art
With scrappy beginnings, street art has become one of the most popular, …
Art History 101
4 Women of Minimalism
By the 1960s, repetitive compositions and industrial materials had eclipsed the …
Art History 101
Georgia O’Keeffe, An American Pioneer
Georgia O’Keeffe captivated audiences with her peculiar approach to …
Art History 101
One Hundred Years of Bauhaus
Founded a century ago, the iconic Bauhaus school came to shape contemporary …
Art History 101
Inside Walker Evans’ America
Few artists evoke the Great Depression like Walker Evans—his stark …
Art History 101
Happy Birthday, Hannah Höch
Today we celebrate the birthday of Hannah Höch, the sole female member of the …
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