In the 1930s, American artist Alexander Calder kicked off a new kind of kinetic sculpture. Known as Mobiles, these pieces explore the capabilities of sculpted works by incorporating free movement—an element evident in both his standing object-mobiles and his hanging suspended mobiles.
Wish there was a fun way to mix some art into your morning routine?
The modern art movement has had a significant impact on the course of art history.
No artists have captured the carefree nature of the summertime quite like the Impressionists. With an inherent interest in painting en plein air, the season's warm weather, ample sunlight, and long, leisurely days made summer particularly appealing to the artists, whose sun-dappled canvases continue to make a splash today. In order to illustrate this artistic interest, we've put together a selection of our favorite seasonal Impressionist paintings.
From Monet's Water Lilies to Paul Cezanne‘s French landscapes, artists have always been inspired by their surroundings.
We’ve all heard the phrases “here today, gone tomorrow” and “nothing lasts forever.
Did you know that Vincent van Gogh didn't decide to pursue an art career until he was 28 years old? Given the fact that he passed away a mere nine years later, it's hard to believe that he ultimately created nearly 900 paintings. With so many works to see, you may be wondering where to begin.
Frida Kahlo is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable names in art history, and an interest in Frida Kahlo's paintings...
If you're familiar with the work of Vincent van Gogh, you've undoubtedly seen his Sunflower paintings.
Admired by art experts, popular with the public, and widely exhibited in the world's top museums, Impressionism has dominated the art world for nearly 150 years. Renowned for its painters' pioneering approach to art, the groundbreaking genre has facilitated the emergence and shaped the evolution of several art movements, solidifying its role as the catalyst of modern art. While Impressionism's distinctive aesthetic is undoubtedly one-of-a-kind, the context of the canvases is just as captivating.
During his short career, Post-Impressionist pioneer Vincent van Gogh painted an eclectic array of subject matter.
Since 1836, the Arc de Triomphe has stood as a symbol of France's fortitude.
