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
The Distinct Art of Richard Avedon’s Portraits
“A portrait is not a likeness. The moment an emotion or fact is transformed …
Art History 101
Art History 101: Salvador Dalí and the Surrealist Movem...
Salvador Dalí was born in Spain, in 1904. Encouraged by his mother to pursue …
Art History 101
How Twombly Changed Abstract Expressionism
How Twombly took the abstract expressionist movement a step further
Art History 101
A Brief Glance at Landscapes
Landscapes have long been admired by humankind. Stemming from the appreciation …
Art History 101
Frank Gehry: Artist and Architect
“Mr. Gehry is an architect of immense gifts who dances on the line separating …
Art History 101
Impressionism and Beyond:
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Pierre-Auguste Renoir was born in France in 1841 to working class parents. His …
Art History 101
The Innovation of Gerhard Richter
Learn about the innovation and influencer of Gerhard Richter
Art History 101
Inspired by Jackson Pollock, Meet 8 Saatchi Art Artists...
My painting does not come from the easel. I need the resistance of a hard …
Art History 101
Édouard Manet: The Father of Modern Art
Often cited as the father of Modern Art, Édouard Manet is a pivotal figure in …
Art History 101
Art History 101:
John Singer Sargent's New Portraits
John Singer Sargent’s portraits presented a new style that synthesized past …
Art History 101
Modern Artists and Their Textiles
French Fauve Henri Matisse and many other twentieth-century artists also left …
Art History 101
The 8 Most Famous Sacred Art Pieces
During the holiday season, religious imagery prevalent in Western faiths …
Art History 101
Who was Lucian Freud?
Through depictions of his lovers, friends, and relatives, Lucian Freud became …
Art History 101
The Lasting Influence of René Magritte
Rene Magritte created his signature style within the Surrealist movement by …
Art History 101
What is Fine Art?
Have you ever wondered what the term “Fine Art” really means? While …
Art History 101
Monet & His Muse
His paintings of waterlilies, haystacks and the French countryside are …
Art History 101
Three Stolen Picasso Artworks and Their Stories
In his 91 years of life, Pablo Picasso became one of the most revered artists …
Art History 101
Who was Roy Lichtenstein?
As one of the originators of the Pop Art movement, Roy Lichtenstein produced …
Art History 101
Everything You Need to Know
About Pop Art
Pop Art emerged as a reaction to consumerism and commented on popular culture …
Art History 101
Art History 101: Oil Painting
Trace the history of oil painting at a glance, and learn the key figures who …
Art History 101
Art History 101: Drawing
In celebration of the opening of “Drawing: The Art of Change” at the Getty …
Art History 101
Art History 101: Minimalism
Have you stumbled across minimalist objects made from industrial materials and …
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