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
Out of this World: Andy Warhol’s Moonwalk
On July 20th, the world celebrated the 50th anniversary of the first moonwalk …
Art History 101
4 Famous Portraits of Artists’ Lovers
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, here are four famous portraits of …
Art History 101
Happy Birthday, Gerhard Richter
Today we celebrate the birthday of contemporary German painter Gerhard Richter …
Art History 101
Inspired by Jackson Pollock: Meet 7 Saatchi Art Artists...
My painting does not come from the easel. I need the resistance of a hard …
Art History 101
Highlights From New Impressionist Paintings
Highlighting notable artists from Saatchi Art’s New Impressionist Painting …
Art History 101
From a Curator: Why I Love Roy Lichtenstein
My work isn’t about form. It’s about seeing. I’m excited …
Art History 101
From a Curator: Why I Love Picasso
Having contributed to several modern art movements in the first half of the …
Art History 101
Caspar David Friedrich and Romantic Landscapes
How does it feel to stand upon the crest of a mountain looking into the valley …
Art History 101
Helen Levitt and Other Women Photographers
It would be mistaken to suppose that any of the best photography is come at by …
Art History 101
The Legacy of Ansel Adams
“A good photograph is knowing where to stand.” – Ansel Adams In …
Art History 101
Capturing Movement: Edgar Degas and His Dancers
Born in 1834, into a wealthy family of Parisian bankers, Edgar Degas is often …
Art History 101
Are These 4 Provocative Works Really That Controversial...
Grotesque, perverse, daring. Whichever you prefer to call it: provocative art …
Art History 101
Impressionism vs. Expressionism
Both Impressionism and Expressionism emerged around the turn of the 20th …
Art History 101
Andy Warhol: The Man Behind the Icon
Two things are uncontroverted on the momentous occasion of pop artist Andy …
Art History 101
The Innovation of Gerhard Richter
Learn about the innovation and influencer of Gerhard Richter
Art History 101
4 Saatchi Art Artists Who Echo Edward Hopper
A preeminent realist painter of twentieth century America, Edward Hopper is …
Art History 101
The Influence of Judy Chicago
Throughout her five-decades long career, Judy Chicago sought to bring attention …
Art History 101
The Flying Colors of David Hockney
Known predominantly for his paintings of swimming pools and suburban California …
Art History 101
Art in Fashion
Fashion designers such as Elsa Schiaparelli and Yves Saint Laurent have long …
Art History 101
Five Iconic M.C. Escher Works
“Only those who attempt the absurd will achieve the impossible. I think …
Art History 101
Who Was Egon Schiele?
Egon Schiele was an Austrian figurative painter and draughtsman whose life and …
Art History 101
Paul Gauguin Defined by His Paintings
Paul Gauguin famously stated: “Art is either plagiarism or …
Art History 101
From a Curator: International Museum Day
In celebration of International Museum Day, we asked our team of expert …
Art History 101
3 Saatchi Art Artists Inspired by Richard Avedon
Born on May 15, 1923, Richard Avedon redefined portraiture for the modern era. …
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