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September 21, 2023

How Many Art Terms Do You Know? [Quiz]

Are you curious about the meaning behind terms like chiaroscuro, sfumato, or assemblage? Have you ever wondered how artists achieve that stunning illusion of depth or create emotional expressions with their brushstrokes? Whether you're an art connoisseur or just beginning to explore the world of art, this quiz is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your understanding of artistic language.

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September 20, 2023

Bob Ross’ First On-Air Painting Is Up for Sale for Almost $10 Million

Bob Ross holds a special place in America's heart.

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September 20, 2023

Artist Creates Massive Murals Around the World to Spread the Idea of Hope

Street art can completely change the character of a building.

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September 19, 2023

RIP Fernando Botero: Latin America’s Celebrated Artist for Voluptuous Figure Paintings

One of the top contemporary painters in the world, Fernando Botero, has died at the age of 91. Known for depicting voluptuous figures in both his paintings and sculptures, Botero challenged the trends to build a unique style that propelled him to stardom.

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September 19, 2023

Street Artist Transforms Pavement Cracks Into Colorful Mosaic Masterpieces

Next time you're walking through a major European city, remember to take a look at the ground.

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September 19, 2023

Discover the Four Essentials You’ll Need To Start Drawing Today

Drawing is a satisfying creative outlet. Whether you just like doodling or enjoy creating portraits, there is something for everyone.

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September 18, 2023

JR Transforms Paris Opera House Into Ancient Platonic Cave

French artist JR continues transforming famous sites into stunning illusions with an installation at Paris' famed opera house. The façade of Palais Garnier was turned into a stage for all to enjoy. Over the course of four evenings, lyrical performances and dance related to the opera were projected onto the installation. This is the first of two consecutive installations that the Paris Opera has commissioned from the well-respected artist.

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September 16, 2023

Artist Creates Heartwarming Paintings for Ukrainian Refugees To Give to Their UK Host Families

After Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, families in the United Kingdom opened their doors to Ukrainian refugees as part...

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September 14, 2023

Inktober: The Worldwide Art Challenge That Has Everyone Drawing in October

When it comes to creating art, getting started is often the hardest part.

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September 6, 2023

Thrift Store Painting Bought for $4 Turns Out to Be an N.C. Wyeth Painting Worth $250K

It's fairly common to find unusual and rather old objects at a thrift store, but sometimes thrifters strike gold. Some savvy or simply lucky thrift store shoppers have discovered items that are worth far more than they initially thought. This is exactly what happened to an anonymous woman in Manchester, New Hampshire, recently.

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