An International Relations graduate and an art lover. I prefer art prior to the 20th century, in general. I'm interested in art from Mexico and by female artists.
Rosa Bonheur in 10 Paintings
Rosa Bonheur’s paintings are some of the most acclaimed depictions of animals in Western art history, making her one of the most important...
Jimena Escoto 29 June 2026
Masterpiece Story: Paris Through the Window by Marc Chagall
Paris Through the Window (1913) is a perfect example of Marc Chagall’s enigmatic, eclectic, and fascinating artworks. Wherever one looks, one finds...
Jimena Escoto 21 June 2026
Childe Hassam in 10 Paintings: Discover the American Impressionist
Frederick Childe Hassam (1859–1935) was an American Impressionist known for his city scenes from Boston, New York, and Paris. He was extremely...
Jimena Escoto 18 June 2026
QUIZ: Guess the Women Artists!
Jimena Escoto 13 June 2026
Rosita Mauri—Ballerina from the Impressionist Paintings
Rosita Mauri was one of the most talented dancers of her generation, and her mastery on stage drew the attention of countless artists. They created...
Jimena Escoto 11 June 2026
Was Painting Invented by a Woman? The Story of Dibutades
Long ago in the city of Corinth in Ancient Greece, a young maid traced the contour of her lover’s face on the wall. The man was leaving on a long...
Jimena Escoto 20 May 2026
Adélaïde Labille-Guiard: Female Icon of 18th-Century Paris
Adélaïde Labille-Guiard was one of the most prominent women artists of the end of the 18th century in Paris. Despite misogynistic policies for...
Jimena Escoto 14 May 2026
Masterpiece Story: La Tehuana by Germán Gedovius
Around 1917, the Mexican painter Germán Gedovius created La Tehuana (Woman from Tehuantepec), a warm and intimate moment between a mother and her...
Jimena Escoto 10 May 2026
Ex-voto: How Mexicans Bargained with God
When tragedy or misfortune happens, some people turn to a greater power. The possibility of divine intervention gives them hope. Usually, these...
Jimena Escoto 5 May 2026
