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Claude Monet's Biography - Life, Death and Other Facts
Claude Monet! An artist who provoked the world to see art through a different perspective, or, I must say, an impression of the world through Monet’s lens! He was an example and inspiration for many artists, and his artwork gained popularity over the years. Amid the chaos, his art gave him peace and stress at…
PortraitFlip vs. Purr and Mutt: Which Pet Portrait Services Shall I Choose?
Where can I find the best pet portraits for my little friend? A question that is still confusing and unanswerable! You know what would be a simple answer: a comparison between two custom art services. Have you heard about the phrase “The masters of the sea”? Of course not, because I made that up. But…
Pablo Picasso: Story of the 20th Century Art Genius
“ Others have seen what is and asked why. I have seen what could be and asked why not.” If anyone could have made this statement with utmost confidence, it is, of course, the great maestro Pablo Picasso himself. Can there be anyone who does not know about this twentieth century phenomenal artist? I don’t…
The Dutch Painter Rembrandt: The Baroque Genius Who Lived Through Dark Phases
Rembrandt’s life is a mystery! Decoding it is difficult and perhaps next to impossible. But thanks to those who owned and preserved the painter Rembrandt’s paintings, which helped us learn more about him as a painter, husband, and nonchalant by the time he left the world. Rembrandt belonged to a well-to-do family, and unlike other…
Everything you Need to Know about Gustav Klimt (Life and Art)
We have all heard about the series of shimmering paintings by Gustav Klimt. From the "Woman in Gold" to the "Golden Tears", everything is just too shiny. But who exactly is Gustav Klimt? Why does he use so much gold and glitter to represent sadness? Well, that is the case with all of artist Gustav…
Wassily Kandinsky: An Artist With A Musical Vision
When the thoughts and visions in an artist’s mind unite, that is when magic happens! And Wassily Kandinsky was no lesser than a magician, he used his paintbrush to create astonishing artworks that left his audience in awe. Kandinsky was a Russian painter and art theorist who was a master of abstract art and expressionism.…
Leonardo da Vinci’s Art: A Peep Into the Great Maestro’s Life
How many times have you found yourself gazing into the eyes of a particular lady, with faint to no eyebrows and an extremely intriguing smile? Yes, I am talking about the infamous beauty on canvas, Mona Lisa. This beauty is a product of an extraordinary mind that graced this earth’s surface a long time ago.…
Vincent Van Gogh: The Artist's life Behind the Canvas
Art is a weapon! And the artist is nothing less than a soldier! Today we’re going to explore one such soldier of art who revolutionized the world with his paintbrush and canvas. Vincent Willem Van Gogh was a Dutch post-impressionist painter who was known to portray his profound feelings on canvas. His life is an…
9 Impressionist Artists Who Liberated the Art from Figurative Realities!
Art is very inspiring! But, ever thought what is the driving force of that everlasting inspiration? It's the art movements! They not only inspired but also elevated the standards of art for centuries. The world has been a witness to various art movements like Renaissance (In which The Mona Lisa painting was created), Baroque and…
Impression, Sunrise by Claude Monet: Revitalization of France
The warmth of the rising sun, the chirping of the birds, and the slow and salient waves of the oceans. Doesn’t it all sound dreamy? If you have experienced a sunrise, then you can actually feel what I am talking about! And that is what Claude Monet tried to express when he painted one of…
PortraitFlip vs. West and Willow: Which is the Best Pet Portrait Service?
Here’s our take on PortraitFlip vs. West and Willow West and Willow, mainly deals in pet portraits but in digital art format, whereas PortraitFlip, is supremely popular for shipping quality handmade paintings—be it compilation, pet, or family portraits. Why this guide? It is to give you a clear picture of the work and services these…
Rothko’s White Center (Yellow, Pink and Lavender on Rose)
What if you enter a gallery and the painting you are witnessing doesn’t have any backstory to share? A painting that is just a painting. Maybe it was created to be just looked at and not have a deeper meaning or history. Feeling weird after thinking about an artwork that doesn’t have an explanation to…