Portraiture has long been an essential and significant genre for artists. It is believed that portraiture dates back as far as 5,000 years ago in ancient Egypt, before the invention of photography where it served as a means of preserving memory or elevating those in power.
The Renaissance period marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of portrait painting. Artists found themselves inundated with commissions from churches, patrons, and private collectors, leading to a flourishing of portraiture across frescoes, murals, and personal collections. Amidst this artistic renaissance, a new trend emerged: the self-portrait.
It is without a doubt John Constable was one of the leading landscape painters of his time. Even before paint tubes were invented, Constable was believed to have begun travelling around his countryside with his easel and canvas. Essentially, he is considered to be the pioneer and forerunner of the plein air, or outdoor, painting method, which was a major art form among the Impressionists. A passion for the English countryside is evident in his paintings. These paintings frequently depict scenes of rural life, the sky, and the meadows of Dedham Vale, which surrounds his hometown and is now known as Constable Country.
In every generation, we see different approach in Still Life paintings. From the realistic Flemish paintings to post-impressionist Vincent Van Gogh signature thick strokes to Pablo Picasso & Paul Cezanne’s own stylized approach toward Still Life. One can see how much transformation and creativity one can achieve through this one-single genre – Still Life.
Long before synthetic colours came into existence, colour pigments were grinded from natural substances for artists’ use. Artists in those days, had to work with limited colour palettes to produce their masterpieces. Artists and their use/choice of colours had to be closely associated with trends and technology. Akin to fashion, Artists used colours that were novel in the market and they would go at all costs to acquire the colour pigments. Here we are to uncover some fun and interesting facts about colour that might just surprise you!
Is Art only reserved for the talented? Or can Art be learned?
By LACA SG
Is Art reserved only for the talented? Or can Art be learned?
Back in Secondary Schools, it is mandatory for students to take this subject - Art. Some love it while others shun away from it. “I am bad at this subject”, “I cant draw”, “He is more talented than me.” As we enter into adulthood, we will hear voices from the public, “I failed Art in Secondary School”. The same old words repeat on its own.
Is Picasso the founder of Abstract Art?
Abstract art, in its proper context and definition is a piece of work that does not represent an accurate visual image. It does not have or attempt to create an object.
Pablo Picasso, one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century, together with his counterpart, Georges Braque are the inventors of cubism, a period where he struck the art critics with his cuboid portrait and figures that attempt to deconstruct the way we look at Art. Many believe he was the inventor of Abstract Art. The accolade, however, was not his.
The History of Floral Painting Throughout history, flowers have been the subject matter in many artists' works since the Medieval period. A lily symbolizes purity in the painting of ‘The...
En Plein Air or Plein Air painting (better known as Outdoor Painting) is a popular Art practice since 19th century. John Constable (1776-1837), one of the pioneering artists of landscape painting, started painting outdoors in 1813 (Tate), capturing the scenic views of his English Countryside.
Throughout history, Artists have been making waves, chartering unknown paths in creating masterpieces that will stand out from others or if possible, to break away from their ancestral routes of Art making.
MYTH 01: Oil Painting is expensive. Growing up, Oil painting was never meant for the general public. It is not for the fainthearted, and only the rich and upper class...
Portraiture has long been an essential and significant genre for artists. It is believed that portraiture dates back as far as 5,000 years ago in ancient Egypt, before the invention of photography where it served as a means of preserving memory or elevating those in power.
The Renaissance period marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of portrait painting. Artists found themselves inundated with commissions from churches, patrons, and private collectors, leading to a flourishing of portraiture across frescoes, murals, and personal collections. Amidst this artistic renaissance, a new trend emerged: the self-portrait.
Is Picasso the founder of Abstract Art?
Abstract art, in its proper context and definition is a piece of work that does not represent an accurate visual image. It does not have or attempt to create an object.
Pablo Picasso, one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century, together with his counterpart, Georges Braque are the inventors of cubism, a period where he struck the art critics with his cuboid portrait and figures that attempt to deconstruct the way we look at Art. Many believe he was the inventor of Abstract Art. The accolade, however, was not his.
It is without a doubt John Constable was one of the leading landscape painters of his time. Even before paint tubes were invented, Constable was believed to have begun travelling around his countryside with his easel and canvas. Essentially, he is considered to be the pioneer and forerunner of the plein air, or outdoor, painting method, which was a major art form among the Impressionists. A passion for the English countryside is evident in his paintings. These paintings frequently depict scenes of rural life, the sky, and the meadows of Dedham Vale, which surrounds his hometown and is now known as Constable Country.
The History of Floral Painting Throughout history, flowers have been the subject matter in many artists' works since the Medieval period. A lily symbolizes purity in the painting of ‘The...
In every generation, we see different approach in Still Life paintings. From the realistic Flemish paintings to post-impressionist Vincent Van Gogh signature thick strokes to Pablo Picasso & Paul Cezanne’s own stylized approach toward Still Life. One can see how much transformation and creativity one can achieve through this one-single genre – Still Life.
En Plein Air or Plein Air painting (better known as Outdoor Painting) is a popular Art practice since 19th century. John Constable (1776-1837), one of the pioneering artists of landscape painting, started painting outdoors in 1813 (Tate), capturing the scenic views of his English Countryside.
Long before synthetic colours came into existence, colour pigments were grinded from natural substances for artists’ use. Artists in those days, had to work with limited colour palettes to produce their masterpieces. Artists and their use/choice of colours had to be closely associated with trends and technology. Akin to fashion, Artists used colours that were novel in the market and they would go at all costs to acquire the colour pigments. Here we are to uncover some fun and interesting facts about colour that might just surprise you!
Throughout history, Artists have been making waves, chartering unknown paths in creating masterpieces that will stand out from others or if possible, to break away from their ancestral routes of Art making.
Is Art only reserved for the talented? Or can Art be learned?
By LACA SG
Is Art reserved only for the talented? Or can Art be learned?
Back in Secondary Schools, it is mandatory for students to take this subject - Art. Some love it while others shun away from it. “I am bad at this subject”, “I cant draw”, “He is more talented than me.” As we enter into adulthood, we will hear voices from the public, “I failed Art in Secondary School”. The same old words repeat on its own.
MYTH 01: Oil Painting is expensive. Growing up, Oil painting was never meant for the general public. It is not for the fainthearted, and only the rich and upper class...
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