This project is an exploration of how the most basic forms can convey complex concepts such as order, tension, congestion, playfulness, and comfort. These compositions were achieved through…

Jadé Fadojutimi talks about how lockdown enriched her practice, her obsession with Japan, her Liverpool Biennial exhibition – and why she wants her studio to feel like her bedroom

Jadé Fadojutimi talks about how lockdown enriched her practice, her obsession with Japan, her Liverpool Biennial exhibition – and why she wants her studio to feel like her bedroom

A Relaxing Read. Joseph Lorusso (American, b.1966). Lorusso has concentrated on honing his powers of observation, especially as it concerns to color, texture, form and composition. Lorusso’s paintings...

There are a wide range of gemstones used in jewellery, with each having its own characteristic colour - or, in some cases, a range of colours. The origin...

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A description of sonata allegro form in music.

By Dianne Mize in Art Tutorials > Painting Tutorials It’s always exciting to encounter a painting where every shape and image play an important role within the total composition. One simple method for making this happen is by observing and manipulating edges to achieve a specific result. How do edges affect a composition? Edges are the boundaries that form shapes. They can be distinct or indistinct, and therein lies how useful they can be in helping us create a unified composition. A […]

It's easy to guess what puts the fly in gadfly: in its oldest meaning, fly refers to a winged insect. But (gadzooks what about the gad? As a standalone English word, gad means 'chisel,' but it once

Art is a creative process intended to produce an end result that evokes an emotional reaction in its intended audience. A work of art functions as a

Though viewers may not know the narratives of Karla Ortiz’s painted and drawn figures, her absorbing pieces inspire conjecture. Outside of her fine art work, Ortiz is a concept artist for Marvel Film Studios, and in the past, Industrial Light & Magic and Ubisoft. She's also illustrated products for Wizards of the Coast and Tor Books. All speak to Ortiz’s talent for storytelling, even when the subjects are unfamiliar to the viewer.

In this article, we'll explain the meaning behind the most known Voodoo Symbols, also known as Vodoo Sigils or Vevès.

Art, Paul Ranson, Three Bathers, Irises, c1900, Modern Greeting Card NCC994904 Paul Ranson's "Three Bathers" is a captivating testament to the artist's role in the Nabis movement, exemplifying his dedication to symbolism and decorative aesthetics. Rendered with a vibrant color palette and a distinctive use of flattened forms, Ranson transforms the traditional theme of bathing into a harmonious and symbolic composition. The three figures, rendered in stylized simplicity, engage in a ritualistic and contemplative act, creating an atmosphere that transcends the literal scene. Ranson's emphasis on decorative elements and the integration of patterns, reminiscent of Art Nouveau, adds an additional layer of sophistication to the artwork. "Three Bathers" stands as a significant example of Ranson's commitment to infusing his art with spiritual and symbolic content, contributing to the broader dialogue of Symbolism and the avant-garde movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Custom and professionally printed on 15 point museum quality card stock Glossy finish Blank inside, be creative, write your own message! Size approximate: 4.5" X 6.0" inches. Made in the USA Includes envelope. Public Domain (PD)