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

Lesser Known Members of
Warhol's Factory

The celebrity of Andy Warhol arguably eclipsed the work and achievements of …

Art History 101

Why Is Duchamp a Divisive Figure?

As most art enthusiasts or museum goers know, art has the power to elicit …

Art History 101

What is Feminist Art?

The quest for one true meaning of “feminism” will likely leave you …

Art History 101

5 Saatchi Art Artists That Echo Hockney

By his mid-twenties, David Hockney had already made a name for himself in the …

Art History 101

The Beginnings of British Romanticism

In honor of John Constable’s birthday month (it was his 241st birthday June …

Art History 101

From Lange to Weston: 4 Artists Who Changed Portrait Ph...

A brief history of portrait photography shows the diverse approaches to the …

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

5 More Women Sculptors
You Should Know

Get to know these five women sculptors

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

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

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

Who Was Francis Bacon?

A quick glance at the immense influence of Francis Bacon

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 …