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The History of Ink Drawing
22 Aug 2023
The History of Ink Drawing
Artsper is here to remind us of the power of ink drawing along with the history behind it, its many forms, tools and uses.
The Italian Artists of the Renaissance
10 Jul 2023
The Italian Artists of the Renaissance
Michelangelo, Donatello, Caravaggio... Let Artsper introduce you to the masters of the Italian Renaissance and what makes them so legendary!
How Do You Know If You Have A Real Painting?
22 Jun 2023
How Do You Know If You Have A Real Painting?
The Artsper team is here to equip you with our best tips and tricks. Today's question: how do you know if you have bought a real painting?
How To Gain Recognition in the Art World
05 Jun 2023
How To Gain Recognition in the Art World
Our experts are here, for the aspiring artists and art curious, to tackle the question: how does one gain recognition in the art world?
The Stories Behind 5 Famous Animal Sculptures
02 Jun 2023
The Stories Behind 5 Famous Animal Sculptures
From Bogota to London to New York City, today we're discovering some of the world's most iconic animal sculptures!
The Best Art Movies Streaming Now
15 May 2023
The Best Art Movies Streaming Now
Are you an art movie fanatic? Explore some of Artsper's favorite contemporary art films, available on worldwide streaming platforms!
6 Art Fairs in the German-Speaking Market in 2023
05 May 2023
6 Art Fairs in the German-Speaking Market in 2023
Join Artsper as we discover 2023's highly-anticipated art fairs in the German-speaking market! Ready to buy your tickets?
The representation of Venus in art history
07 Feb 2023
The representation of Venus in art history
The quintessential picture of love, feminine allure, and rebirth. Explore the evolving representation of Venus in art today!
The Top 10 Fine Art Drawings On Artsper Right Now
16 Nov 2022
The Top 10 Fine Art Drawings On Artsper Right Now
Drawings are a versatile technique appreciated by collectors and artists. Discover the top 10 drawings on Artsper right now!
The Art of the Frightening
25 Oct 2022
The Art of the Frightening
Join us in an exploration of scary paintings and other works, as we explore the different ways in which artists have depicted fear!
The 5 Most Frightening Depictions of Hell in Art
20 Oct 2022
The 5 Most Frightening Depictions of Hell in Art
Join us as we explore five of the most frightening, disturbing, and sometimes tragic depictions of Hell throughout the history of art.
A Brief History of Lithography Prints
17 Oct 2022
A Brief History of Lithography Prints
Let’s discover the history of lithography print, that reproduction technique which revolutionized art in the early 1800s!
The Scary Truth Behind Degas's Ballet Paintings
14 Oct 2022
The Scary Truth Behind Degas's Ballet Paintings
Degas ballet paintings are famously beautiful. Behind the youthful innocence, however, lies a darker truth...
The Inscription in
14 Oct 2022
The Inscription in "The Scream" Explained
Edvard Munch's 1893 painting The Scream has had a hugely influential impact on popular culture, however did you know it's hiding a secret?
The Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II in Photographs
09 Sep 2022
The Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II in Photographs
On September 8th, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II of England died. Discover the iconic monarch's life and legacy in art.
Classic Poses from Art History
18 Aug 2022
Classic Poses from Art History
Body language is at the crux of any figurative artwork. Together with Artsper, let’s examine classic poses from art history!
The Stories Behind 6 Famous Marble Sculptures
31 Jul 2022
The Stories Behind 6 Famous Marble Sculptures
Marble sculpture has long been the medium of choice for artists since antiquity. Dive into the stories behind the 6 most famous marble sculptures of all time with Artsper!
How Picasso's Guernica Painting Changed Our View On War
25 Jul 2022
How Picasso's Guernica Painting Changed Our View On War
Artsper explains today what makes Picasso's Guernica painting a timeless allegory, an a part of 20th-century fascist history.
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