I have a very complicated relationship with modern art. Similarly to many others, I found modern art to be particularly challenging; I struggled to conceptualize the mixture of mediums and motivations that comprehensively represent this artistic movement.
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In 1948, Salvador Dali partnered with Hallmark to paint a Christmas card, a drastic deviation from his distinct surrealist style which has captivated onlookers for decades.
Holidays such as Thanksgiving possess unparalleled societal significance because they transcend personal relevance, creating shared traditions that can be celebrated by anyone.
A few years ago, my family and I visited Japan, spending part of our trip in Tokyo, home to Shibuya Crossing — one of the biggest intersections in the world.
Trees spend most of the year disguising themselves in a dense robe of foliage, but as the fall comes around, they shed their armor and boldly reveal their trunks.
Before the Contemporary Era, individuality was an unestablished norm reserved strictly for those who possessed wealth or social advantage.
Landscape painting is one of the most established genres of visual art, finding its roots in Western tradition during the Renaissance and evolving its identity over time as new styles emerged.
Staring at the painting of the man in the bowler hat, I can’t help but notice his attempt to masquerade as a granny smith apple.
Over spring break, I took a trip with my family to Arizona, where we happened to visit Phoenix’s Desert Botanical Garden, which currently houses an exhibit highlighting the works of Fernando Botero.
Frequently on Artist Spotlight, I have chosen to cover lesser-known artists in an attempt to not only give their work the exposure it deserves but also demonstrate how these artists use specific techniques, cultural influences, and beliefs to motivate their expression.