In the history of art, few paintings have been bestowed with as much fame and acclaim as the Mona Lisa. Her curious smile and animated gaze have enchanted audiences for centuries, and her striking realism continues to stand as a testament to Leonardo da Vinci’s mastery of the human form and …
The Mona Lisa is undoubtedly one of the most famous paintings of all time. As disclosure before we discuss its valuation, it’s important to remember that art is subjective and that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. However, we explore the more technical aspects that go into appraising …
There are few paintings more famous than Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. The small portrait of the woman with the perplexing grin is one of the Louvre museum’s most popular attractions, and she remains one of the most discussed and written about artworks of all time. In monetary terms alone, the Mona Lisa is virtually priceless. So, how …
Leonardo DaVinci was a true Renaissance Man, excelling in fields like anatomy, engineering, mathematics, science as well as art. However, one of the principal reasons the Mona Lisa is so famous is because of DaVinci’s use of Mathematical Proportionality. So how is the Golden Ratio used in the Mona Lisa? The Golden …
How much does The Starry Night cost? The estimated cost of The Starry Night by Van Gogh is $100 million. This makes The Starry Night one of the most valuable paintings on the planet. Van Gogh’s The Starry Night is one of the most recognizable paintings in the world. Even those who haven’t studied art or taken …
It’s always interesting to look at the various movements in art and see how they interact with each other. It seems, for instance, that every time there’s a movement that focuses its intentions on stark realism, often the next is a rebuke of that. That’s certainly the case with the …
It can be difficult for those not in the art world to know exactly when certain periods begin and end. The word modern to the laymen is especially confusing – after all, isn’t art created today modern? Is Van Gogh Modern Art? Yes, Van Gogh is indeed modern art. Modern …
When one thinks of Leonardo Da Vinci’s religious works, several brilliant works of art immediately come to mind. The intense devoutness of the ceiling at Sala delle Asse and the tragedy in the Last Supper are absolutely breathtaking. Some people would include the Mona Lisa on this list, some would …
The maddening smile of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa has puzzled art historians, lovers and even the casually interested. It wasn’t just her smile that drove people crazy, it was her anonymity. Though there have been theories throughout the years about her real identity, the matter was finally settled in …
When it comes to the fine arts, one of the most evident trends I’ve noticed is that artists start young. Either their parents push them into it or they seem to have some inherent genius that begins to blossom at an early age. However, with Vincent Van Gogh, this was …
There are few paintings that can compare to the likes of the Mona Lisa, but there are some that stand out in our collective memory as true masterpieces. One of the few paintings that I can safely say will be remembered throughout history is Van Gogh’s The Starry Night, and …
No matter whether you attended art school or barely passed your high school art class, the chances are that you know who Vincent Van Gogh was. He was a famous impressionist-era painter and the one who painted the famous Starry Night, one of the world’s most valuable paintings. But why …
Art will always be an area for debate, but there are a few artists that most members of the artistic community consider to be the best of the best. For example, no one’s going to argue against the artistic merits of Vincent Van Gogh. Today, I’m going to focus on …
Throughout recent history, there are a few artists whose names ring true as the most talented creators in their fields. It’s hard to argue with someone about the artistic merit of an artist like Picasso or Pollock. Van Gogh is also on that list, and today, I’ll be looking at …
Today, Vincent Van Gogh is regarded as one of the greatest artists to have ever lived. His pioneering brushwork helped impressionism evolve into the post-impressionist ear. Despite his artistic advancements, however, Van Gogh’s life was sad and ended in tragedy with him taking his own life. So, why did Van …
Painted by the great Italian master Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance, the Mona Lisa is one of the most famous portraits in the world. The enigmatic eyes and smile of the woman captured in the painting have been the subject of poems, songs, and films, and crowds from all over …
Painted by the great Italian Renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci, the Mona Lisa has come to be virtually priceless in our contemporary era, and crowds from all over the world file into Paris’ Louvre museum just to catch a glimpse of the small portrait in person. It almost goes without saying that the Mona Lisa is one of …
Acrylic paint is easily the most versatile paint in the world. It’s a simple water-based pigment that can be found in most stores for an affordable price. Artists have used acrylic to paint everything from canvas and fabric to pottery and ceramics. One question that I’ve gotten a lot recently, …
When most people think of artistic painting, the first thing that comes to mind is painting on a canvas or a thick sheet of paper. However, for those willing to think outside of the box, you might consider painting on other mediums to create unique or functional works of art. …
Painting your clothes is a great way to turn otherwise dull and boring articles into vibrant works of art. In fact, some of the world’s best modern artists and fashion designers regularly paint and sell clothing for triple the price of the original article of clothing! If you’re new to …
Whether you’re a skilled artist or you’re just starting to dabble in using paint, then you’ve probably experimented with acrylic paint before. It’s versatile, easy to find, and relatively affordable compared to other mediums. One of the most common questions that I’ve gotten regarding acrylic paint, though, is whether or …
Acrylic paint is easily the most popular painting medium in the world. You can find it at almost any art supply store, it’s more affordable than oil paint, it forgives if you make a mistake, and it dries relatively quick. A lot of 3D artists use acrylic paint to add …
The Mona Lisa is a painting that needs no introduction. Painted during the Italian Renaissance by Leonardo da Vinci, the Mona Lisa is widely considered to be the most written and talked about portrait of all time. Every year, the painting draws flocks of museum goers to the Louvre to witness the elusive expression …
There’s no one perfect way to deal with stress and anxiety. Anxiety brings out the worst in us — the thoughts that suffocate, the feelings that we’d rather never feel, and the actions that we always regret. It’s a severe burden to bear. Anxiety and stress go hand in hand. …
