Contemporary Art

Explore the innovative world of contemporary art, featuring cutting-edge ideas, styles, and artists shaping today’s art scene. Dive into our Contemporary Art section to stay inspired and informed!

A Short History of Abstract Art

To understand the evolution of an artistic movement, the diversity of artists’ styles and their influences, you need to take a jump backwards. Here, the focus is on abstract art...

15/01/2019

Museum shows we're looking forward to in 2019

Here's a summary of the arty events we're looking forward to in 2019. Get your diaries out, these art fairs and museum shows are not ones to miss!

11/12/2018

History of art's ugliest paintings of Jesus

Many websites and blogs have had some fun listing all the ugliest depictions of Jesus from the Renaissance. Here are some of our favourites!

21/11/2018

5 Facts About David Hockney

With his rolling hills and bright landscapes, Hockney has won over our hearts forever, here are 5 key facts about one of the world's favourite British artists.

20/11/2018

Focus on Olafur Eliasson

His immersive installations have changed the world of contemporary art. Discover more about the elusive Olafur Eliasson!

21/06/2018

What happens when Art History meets football

You probably think that art history masterpieces and football have absolutely nothing to do with each other. Until you see SLip's works!

14/06/2018

Art Basel 2018: 5 works we loved

Art Basel, the unmissable fair which gathers the most famous galleries of the world, opened its doors this week! We show you the 5 artworks you shouldn't miss!

23/05/2018

A Look at Miniature Art

Discover the art of miniature, which doesn't go unnoticed! Artsper has selected 5 artists who have mastered the art of creating on a small scale!

16/05/2018

Study of a Masterpiece: "Mother" by Louise Bourgeois

“Maman” makes use of the spider motif, which Bourgeois had used in a small drawing in 1947 and which helps us to understand the autobiographical nature of the work.

15/05/2018

10 Artists Who Explore Geometric Abstraction

Geometric abstraction evolved from the Cubist destruction of form and space. Here are 10 artists who explored this genre.

12/02/2018

15 Anecdotes About Picasso

Pablo Picasso is perhaps the most iconic artist of the twentieth century. Here are 15 anecdotes to help you learn more about the artist's work and life.

07/02/2018

The legendary couples of the art world

The artist is often presented as a solitary genius. Yet, love and intimacy in life is at the heart of artistic creation. Here we explore famous couples in art.

18/01/2018

8 things you should know about Pop Art

Pop Art is undoubtedly one of the most famous movements in art history. Here are the 8 things you should know about Pop Art

09/01/2018

The eroticism of César’s art in 5 anecdotes.

In this article we explore eroticism, a lesser known side of César's art. Although some works clearly have carnal references, others make more subtle allusions…

22/12/2017

15 artists you should keep an eye on in 2018

Discover the contemporary artists who are making waves in the art world. These are definitely ones to watch as they are today's rising stars.

22/12/2017

3 religious artworks that caused a scandal

Religion has always been a central theme in the history of art. Let’s have a look at three religious works that caused a scandal!

22/11/2017

10 things to know about Sophie Calle

Today, it would appear that Sophie Calle is a master in the art of surprising and of telling intimate stories. Discover her artistic journey in 10 anecdotes!

16/11/2017

Contemporary art from A to Z

Contemporary art is vast. To help you find you bearings, we created an alphabet primer, with essential keywords, to shed some light on the subject.

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