Marvel at the flesh, fabric, textures, and bloody realism
Why do artists paint so many nudes? Traditionally, mastery of nudes was an essential skill. Not just an outer surface but an understanding of internal…
Tag: Art Appreciation
A tiff between father and son. Oh, those Greeks!
Compared to other works by Bouguereau, this painting shows less idealism but retains a sense of unworldliness. The figure seems placed into the scene but…
Death Dances on your Tongue. Will it Unlock your Creativity?
Vincent Van Gogh – Café Table with Absinthe A seemingly innocuous still-life painting that packs a punch. It needs no further information to impart its…
David Hockney – A true modern master
‘Savings and Loan Building’, by David Hockney – 1967 The freshness of this image is a joy to see. The geometric façade of the building,…
Cascading Cherry Blossom and Cherries.
A cascade of visual delight! “Cherries and Viburno” by Clara von Sivers, German (1854-1924) painted, 1890 A beautiful cascade of green foliage, delicate white balls…