There’s hardly anyone in the world who knows nothing about Banksy art. Banksy has been securing a top place in the global rating of street artists due to a unique combination of factors. These include the power and intrigue of anonymity, the artist’s strong and timely social, political, and environmental commentary, and his distinct visual style. Here is a glimpse of Banksy’s secret formula of global fame.
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While Hollywood cultivates the quick, crazy overnight stories, things don’t work this way in the global art market. The rule of thumb is that, in most cases, contemporary art celebrities are not born overnight. The “new blue-chip” market segment is cultivated through concerted efforts, including museum visibility, art fair and exhibition participation, and the label of prestige and exclusivity associated with an artist’s name and style.
When art connoisseurs talk about the Renaissance, they mostly mean the roster of Italian art geniuses, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Each of these artists made enormous contributions to the development of art and science of their times. Yet, north of the Alps, several other Renaissance gems lived and worked in that notable historical period. One of them was Albrecht Dürer, a talented painter, printmaker, and scientist.
This week is a festive one for Americans, with the nation celebrating a centuries-old holiday that takes root in the early days of the continent’s European settlers. Thanksgiving Day symbolizes the virtue of the first harvest that the Earth gave to newcomers, saving them from starvation during their first winter on the American continent.
The name of Louis Wain (1860-1939) and the associated cat image became widely known long before cat images found many daring reinterpretations in modern pop art and culture. The illustrated world of Wain offered a completely new image of a humble household cat, turning furry human companions into playful and expressive creatures with a unique appeal. The distinct human depiction of cats and a unique style in which Wain presented them gave rise to a new visual culture and design trend.
A recent interview at IsraeliCulture.Info with Dr. Alek D. Epstein, the newly appointed Artistic Director of the Moshe Castel Museum of Jewish Israeli Art in Ma’ale Adumim, Israel (the only dedicated art museum in Judea and Samaria), reveals his first-hand insights into how the institution has evolved into a dynamic cultural landmark.
Selling artwork online is no longer exotic or innovative. It is the new normal that artists need to factor into their marketing and sales strategies to enjoy good visibility and outreach. Online sales open many doors to strengthen an artist’s reputation, turning creative practices into a sustainable business, and reaching collectors and potential buyers without geographical limitations. Here is a pro guide on how to start an online art sales business.
Roy Lichtenstein was a famous American painter with a distinct visual style and philosophy. Many have argued that his art is deliberately impersonal, with flat and mechanical elements creating an effect of emotional distancing. Lichtenstein adopted the Ben-Day dot style of painting and extensively used speech bubbles to create comic strip-style art, so his work escapes a unanimous evaluation. Yet, experts recognize a deeper-level psychology and wit behind his paintings.