When it comes to art, beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but society as a whole has aesthetic ideals by which to judge. In the case of visionary art, however, the object may not even have been thought of initially as art by its creator. Ancient civilizations including the Greeks, Egyptians, and Hopis created art prolifically, and…
Amid the bottomless champagne flutes and infinite small talk, one may be quick to believe the art galleries’ somewhat stuffy reputation. But there’s so much more to it than meets the eye. Drawing hefty conclusions about art galleries and their owners – especially if they are based on misinformation – only keeps people from enjoying them thoroughly. Today, we’ll separate…
Currently running through October 16, 2022, at the Museum of Arts in Fort Collins, Colorado, the exhibition A Culture Preserved (in the Black Experience) was born out of the need to draw attention to the racial inequality in our country by drawing attention to the poor representation of Black artists’ work being collected by major museums and other public institutions. It…
There are numerous factors to consider when attempting to make your art gallery shine and attract attention. Instagram can be a powerful tool for marketing your art space, but it is important to use it in the right way. Learn how to make your art gallery stand out on Instagram. Instagram is a great place to showcase your art gallery…
People tend to associate creativity with art. When we think about creative people, we usually think about artistic persons, such as painters, musicians, writers, and more. We see them as talented individuals who can make something unique. Also, we often see creativity as something that people are born with. The truth is that everyone has the potential for creativity. It…
It’s Monday morning. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the weather is perfect. It’s the start of what you expect to be an amazing week. You’re kicking off the day with your favorite wake-me-up drink, grab your phone, open up your inbox, and there it is. You received an email from a well-respected curator announcing a call…
If you intend to study art, there are several top colleges to select from. Each school offers a student a unique experience, so you should choose the school you want to attend carefully. In addition, consider whether you are doing an undergraduate, a master’s, or a PhD degree. If you are a U.S. based art lover and want to continue…
“Life imitates art” is a tired adage whose origin can be traced back to Ancient Greece. Oscar Wilde updated the maxim in the late 19th century by saying, “Life imitates art far more than art imitates life.” James Baldwin, whose lived experience was sitting at the intersection of both American anti-Black racism during the civil rights era and anti-LGBT fervor…
Art has the ability to change lives, to save lives. When we give credence to a broader application of art and advocacy, we begin to see that the most effective way to inspire change is to appeal to the humanity that lies within us all. There is nothing more purely human than the drive to express and/or create. When we…
Aspiring to be a part of New York City’s enchanting art world is a desire most artists crave to fulfill. This is no surprise since New York is one of the capital cities for modern art today. Contemporary artists like Marina Abramovic, Damien Hirst, and many other colossal art world names have lived, worked, and created in New York since…
