Jean-Paul Basquiat’s art redefined the artistic landscape in more ways than we can count. From bringing the issues of African Americans to the forefront to developing his unique visual language and inspiring thousands of artists worldwide, he is now an indisputable icon of contemporary art. One of the things that made Basquiat’s art style so distinct was his use of symbols, many of which are still mysteries to art historians.
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If you avoid going to art museums because you tend to get bored easily and want to leave five minutes after coming, you are not alone. Museum-going can be intimidating and excessively formal and strict at times, but it does not have to be. You can explore the world of art without boring yourself silly. Here are five types of art exhibition you have to try out this summer.
Art has the power to inspire people and evoke complex emotions. Some artworks appear to be more powerful than others, often becoming the center of attention of both well-meaning and not-so-well-meaning spectators. Today, we will talk about three of history's greatest sculptures that became targets of vandalism.
The ubiquitous availability of cameras, phones, and social media allows us to forever preserve our likeness via photographs, videos, sound recordings, and text. It is impossible to deny that the technological changes of the past several decades have changed the way we view ourselves. “Interiority,” a new figurative art exhibition at Culturally Arts Collective, explores the pending issue of self-perception and self-presentation in the modern world.
Art auctions play an important role in the art world, as they offer a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire rare and valuable pieces. While the number of art auctioneers has increased significantly in the past couple of decades, some have been around for centuries and are still going strong. Let's look at three famous art auction houses that have been shaping the landscape of the global art market for ages.
There is no point in denying that 2023 has brought some major changes to the artistic landscape. As technology keeps embedding itself into the core of the contemporary art market, many find themselves uncertain of its future. “How do I make wise decisions in this climate?” is a question that any art collector will find themselves asking. And who is better equipped to answer that question than an art broker? Today, we have collected advice from the leading art brokers in the industry to guide you in making lucrative investments in 2024.
The contemporary art world is drastically different from what it used to be a hundred years ago. How we interact with art has changed dramatically because we no longer see it as something to only be admired from afar. Today, artists look for opportunities to engage the audience in their art, effectively making them a part of it. Today, we will try to answer the question of “What is interactive art?” and discuss some of the most well-known examples of this medium.
Glitch art is a relatively new field that has recently started rapidly gaining popularity. Even if you have just come across this trend, most likely, you are already inspired by what you see. In this blog post, we will share some useful tips that will help you incorporate the glitch aesthetic into your own art practice.