Tag: Portraits
Why Did Vincent van Gogh Paint 26 Portraits of a Postman and His Family While Staying in the South of France?
Vincent van Gogh's time in southern France in the late 1880s was marked by both turmoil and productivity.…
Robert Peterson Summons Black Resilience and Tenderness in Vibrant Portraits — Colossal
Robert Peterson's artwork is a breathtaking display of emotionally charged portraits that draw viewers into intricate inner worlds.…
Regal Portraits Evoke Myth and Power in Simone Elizabeth Saunders’ Hand-Tufted Textiles — Colossal
Simone Elizabeth Saunders is an artist who delves deep into the exploration of Black identity through her vibrant…
Sparse Brushstrokes Give Rise to Thick Impasto in Jose Lerma’s Minimal Portraits — Colossal
Jose Lerma, a renowned artist, was deeply inspired by Jean-Léon Gérôme's painting "Reception of the Grand Condé by…
Vasilisa Romanenko’s Lush Portraits Wrap Common Birds in Decadent Patterns — Colossal
Beauty, nature, and resilience are the central themes of Vasilisa Romanenko's artwork. Based in Connecticut, this talented artist…
Ruby Sky Stiler Reassesses Women’s Role in Art History in Geometric Portraits — Colossal
Ruby Sky Stiler is an artist whose paintings feature irregularly gridded, geometric backgrounds that resemble patchwork or aerial…
In ‘Flying High,’ Tyler D. Ballon’s Portraits Parallel Sports, History, Identity, and Patriotism — Colossal
Édouard Manet's painting "The Execution of Emperor Maximilian" is a powerful depiction of the Hapsburg royal and two…
Suggestive Portraits of Queer Priests and Nuns Spark Fury in Mexico
The recent Mexico City exhibition showcasing paintings of sexualized and queer Christian priests and nuns has sparked controversy…
Asya Marakulina Sculpts Poignant Ceramic Portraits of Demolished Homes — Colossal
Vienna-based artist Asya Marakulina has found inspiration in the aging structures of apartment buildings and row houses that…
Mous Lamrabat’s Striking Portraits Put Unity, Love, and Compassion in Sharp Focus — Colossal
Mous Lamrabat, a photographer born in Morocco and raised in Belgium, has always been intrigued by the diasporic…
See How Talking Portraits Bring the Greatest Living Shakespearean Actors to Life
The Red Eight Gallery in London is currently hosting an innovative exhibition that pays tribute to the greatest…
Quirky Facades of Japan’s Love Hotels Feature in François Prost’s Vibrant Portraits — Colossal
Love hotels in Japan are not just places to stay for a few hours—they are a reflection of…