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Women Artists

12 Indian Female Artists Portraying Other Women

The depiction of women has been essential imagery in the course of Indian art since the ancient era. Associated with fertility, abundance, and...

Guest Author 17 March 2025

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Iranian Mirror Mosaics of Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian

Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian (1922–2019) was a contemporary Iranian artist who became a living legend while she was still alive. Her oeuvre...

Marga Patterson 17 March 2025

Abstract Expressionism

Michael West, Woman Artist Excluded from the Ab-E Gang

The American art world in the era of the post-war boom of Abstract Expressionism was definitely male-oriented. That is the reason why Corinne...

Magda Michalska 17 March 2025

Women Artists

Pan Yuliang in 12 Paintings—The Queen of Self-Portraits

Pan Yuliang’s (1895–1977) works are a celebration of her Chinese heritage and feminine self. Born in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province as Chen Xiuqing,...

Anuradha Sroha 17 March 2025

Asian Art

Ardhanarishvara: Androgynous Portrayal of Shiva and Parvati

The composite form of Shiva and his consort, Shakti (another name for Parvati) is known as the Ardhanarishvara or the “God who is...

Maya M. Tola 14 March 2025

Asian Art

Lotus in Art: Timeless Symbol in Hindu Iconography

The lotus, a flower revered across many Asian cultures, holds a cherished place in Hindu art and spirituality. Found abundantly in sculptures,...

Maya M. Tola 14 March 2025

Asian Art

Holi: A Vibrant Celebration of Colors

Celebrated during the spring full moon, the Hindu festival of Holi is a joyous occasion that marks the arrival of Spring. This lively festival of...

Maya M. Tola 13 March 2025

Artist Stories

Bizarre Selfies of Joseph Ducreux—The Meme Lord

You’ve probably seen a painting of a dapper gentleman in a powdered wig, pointing at you with a knowing expression—perhaps even offering some...

Javier Abel Miguel 13 March 2025

11. Anselm Kiefer, Sag mir wo die Blumen sind, 2024. Photo Peter Tijhuis Contemporary Art

Where Have All The Flowers Gone—Anselm Kiefer & Vincent van Gogh in Amsterdam

The time has come, and one of the most anticipated exhibitions of 2025 has opened. Anselm Kiefer—Sag mir wo die Blumend sind is the exhibition of...

Zuzanna Stańska 13 March 2025

Review

The Fabergé Girl by Ina Christova

The Fabergé Girl, written by Ina Christova, takes you on a beautiful journey into early 20th century Saint Petersburg to explore side-by-side the...

Joanna Kaszubowska 13 March 2025

Architecture

Zaha Hadid in 10 Designs

Zaha Hadid was undoubtedly one of the most important architects of the last hundred years. She forged her individual style and blazed a trail for...

Joanna Kaszubowska 13 March 2025

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May Morris: A Remarkable Arts & Crafts Woman

May Morris (1862–1938) once described herself as a “remarkable woman… though none of you seemed to think so.” These words proved painfully...

Emily Snow 13 March 2025