Edgar Degas managed to capture the inner life of the dance scene like no other. Famous for his pieces depicting dancers, he was not the only one drawn toward performers as subjects, but he was the only one who focused on the social issues and controversies that, unfortunately, were an inseparable part of the dance world.
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An artist and their muse are a tandem that has existed for as long as art itself. However, muses are more than mythical beings, beautiful metaphors, or faceless objects of affection without autonomy of their own. Today, we will talk about three famous muses who not only inspired artists but also created outstanding art themselves.
Christian religious artwork attempting to expand outside of the rigid traditions was often criticized by the clergy and believers. Today, we will tell you about three works of religious art, which received mixed reactions when they were first introduced to the public but later came to be some of the greatest pieces in the history of art.
Nel, an art gallery based in Cape Town, always does a great job at introducing the audience to subversive themes and challenging their perspective through art. This September, the gallery will hold a new solo exhibition by the established South African artist Hentie van der Merwe. This will be the second exhibition of Van der Merwe’s work at Nel, following his “Shooting Selves” in 2020.
Have you ever wondered why artists choose to work with certain materials? For Claudio Parentela, an established artist from Italy, this choice is very much driven by symbolism. A chaotic clash of influences, ideas, and feelings, his mixed-media art represents a constant search for strong emotions and creative outlets.
The story of one of the most outrageous art-related crimes that have happened in recent years goes back to 2022. In February last year, the Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) announced its new exhibit of never-before-seen works by Basquiat. Several months later, federal agents raided the museum right in the middle of the ongoing “Heroes & Monsters” exhibition and confiscated the displayed paintings.
Many artists experience something called art block, a state when one cannot bring themselves to create or ends up hating everything they make. Have you found yourself stuck in a cycle of disappointment in your work, or are you simply bored? These art challenges can help you uncover your full potential and introduce you to new sides of your creativity.
The punk community has always attracted those who do not fit in with the restrictive social norms. The rebellious spirit of this movement is particularly appealing to many LGBTQ+ people who seek the freedom of expression that punk provides. We cannot talk about the history of punk art without mentioning the work of Fernando Carpaneda, a Brazilian artist who has been creating sculptures and paintings centering on queerness and punk since the 80s.