Born in 1904, German and then French naturalized, Hans Hartung is considered as one of the fathers of abstract art, but also of tachisme. Full of dynamism and freedom, Hans Hartung’s artworks are driven by the desire to develop a new pictorial language. Continue reading 10 Things to know about Hans Hartung
Born in Rodez, Pierre Soulages in an important, impertinent figure in the French contemporary art scene. He remains deeply proud of his French roots, but has risen to international renown with his enigmatic artworks. Continue reading 10 things to know about Pierre Soulages
Originally from Northern France, Carlo Amen has travelled the world in search of inspiration. Versatile, creative and a true visionary; he is both an artist and a tattooist. Artsper invites you to get to know the man behind the paint brush. Continue reading Meeting Carlo Amen
Through the city, Mora rewrites the disarray of modern life, enveloping urbanites in a chromatic hug, whilst re-connecting them to their communities and neighbourhood. Continue reading Meeting Nuria Mora
Despite his renowned artistic status in the 20th century, Dalí’s alternative and complex character went frequently unappreciated by his contemporaries. Artsper, however, has decided to celebrate the Surrealist master’s quirks, and brings you 10 things you simply must know about the artist (and his moustache). Continue reading 10 Things to Know About Salvador Dalí
A rising star of the contemporary art scene, Jazzu paints his soul into his canvases. His touching works reflect his deepest emotions. Artsper invites you to get to know this exciting artist and his dynamic works! Continue reading Meeting Jazzu
Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks was completed in 1942 and captures the paradox of loneliness in urban life. Artsper explores the nostalgic depths of this modern masterpiece. Continue reading Artwork Analysis: Nighthawks by Edward Hopper
Modern art as we know it, would arguably not exist without Mondrian’s contribution. Therefore, in honour of this revolutionary theorist, Artsper brings you ten facts about the father of abstract art. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Piet Mondrian
Watching his beloved city of Vitebsk crumble under the anti-semitic pogroms, Chagall’s whimsical works longingly depict the peasant lifestyle of his home. Although he was a central figure in modernist art, Chagall’s paintings repeatedly paid tribute to tradition and the past. Artsper brings you ten facts about the man behind the flying cows and dancing fiddlers. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Marc Chagall
Burnt Etruscan reds, seductive saturated blues and bucolic ocean scenes, British artist, Richard Heeps’ cinematic portrayals of America prove the magic of unedited, lens-based photography. Heeps’ camera is not only his passport to explore, but a ticket to inner sanctums; reminding us that photography does more than merely document. Even amongst the cacophony of selfies and Instagram posts, Heeps’ works manage to inspire, seduce and transport us to unseen corners of the United States. Continue reading Meeting Richard Heeps
