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

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: Minimalism

Have you stumbled across minimalist objects made from industrial materials and …

Art History 101

Photography as Art Form

Since its invention photography has affected how the world views and consumes …

Art History 101

The 10 Most Famous Works
by Man Ray

During his lifetime, Man Ray was a prominent contributor to both the Dada and …

Art History 101

9 Creepy Monsters from Art History

We’re in a spooky mood. Halloween isn’t that far away, right? …

Art History 101

Peter Paul Rubens and
the Female Form

Peter Paul Rubens is synonymous with Baroque style. During his life he produced …

Art History 101

The Top 6 Biggest Art Thefts
in History

Art thefts have littered our culture’s history for centuries. Desires for …

Art History 101

6 Wild Things You Need to Know About Maurice Sendak

More than 50 years after it first appeared in bookstores, Maurice Sendak’s …

Art History 101

7 Facts About Mary Cassatt's
Inspired Life

7 facts you might not know about impressionist painter Mary Cassatt

Art History 101

10 Artist Quotes for the Graduate in Your Life

Graduation can stir so many emotions — excitement, uncertainty, a new sense …

Art History 101

Do You Know About These Women Who Helped Shape Pop Art?

When it comes to Pop Art, Warhol and Lichtenstein are household names, and …

Art History 101

TV Party: 4 Must-See Videos for Salvador Dali Fans

Happy Birthday Salvador Dali! This magnetic surrealist artist was anything but …

Art History 101

Welcome Spring With Romantic Landscapes…

…Inspired by J.M.W. Turner. His birthday is this week! Turner in His …

Art History 101

The 6 Most Inspiring Quotations from Vincent Van Gogh

Vincent Van Gogh is undoubtedly one of the most influential artists of the 20th …

Art History 101

Hans Hofmann and Abstract Expressionism

Today, we’re celebrating the birthday of the iconic abstract …

Art History 101

The Basics of Black & White Photography You Should...

The rise of black and white photography began with the invention of the medium …

Art History 101

Diane Arbus

Learn more about Diane Arbus’ life, work, and influence over photography

Art History 101

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Sculpture

  ‘I invent nothing, I rediscover.’ – Auguste Rodin …

Art History 101

7 Famous Lovers’ Embraces in Art Throughout Histo...

From Schiele to Rodin, trace a line through famous embraces throughout art …

Art History 101

The Norman You Might Not Know

One of America’s most iconic and widely-published artists was born …

Art History 101

5 Modernist Women Sculptors You Should Know

“At no point do I wish to be in conflict with any man or masculine thought. …