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Friendships that Changed Art
11 Jul 2022
Friendships that Changed Art
Each artist has benefitted from the influence of their contemporaries; Artsper presents the friendships between artists that changed art history!
Street Art and The City
16 Feb 2022
Street Art and The City
Like art, revolutions begin in the streets, where the urban backdrop provided the means to unite individuals and voice their desires for change.
Top 10 Famous Art Pieces Sold in 2021
21 Dec 2021
Top 10 Famous Art Pieces Sold in 2021
Which pieces of art sold for the most this year gives a good indication of what art people have been most attracted to in 2021. With Artsper, discover the top 10 famous art pieces sold this year!
The Best American Masterpieces of All Time
27 Sep 2021
The Best American Masterpieces of All Time
The best masterpieces by American artists. Artsper presents the works of art that definitively shaped the 20th century.
8 Things to Know About... George Condo
17 Aug 2021
8 Things to Know About... George Condo
George Condo is an American painter. Artsper lets you discover 10 things to know about the cubist pop art artist.
10 Artist Biographies To Read This Year
10 Aug 2020
10 Artist Biographies To Read This Year
Since many artists have lived thrilling lives, Artsper suggests these biographies of artists whose lives make for a compelling novel!
10 Art films to watch while you're at home
18 Mar 2020
10 Art films to watch while you're at home
An art critic, clerk, journalist, gallerist and collector - he was a man of many talents! Here are 10 things to know about Félix Fénéon.
Black History Month: 10 artists you should know
06 Feb 2020
Black History Month: 10 artists you should know
It's Black History Month: an opportunity to learn about 10 artists you should know.
Exhibitions to see before the end of 2019
23 Oct 2019
Exhibitions to see before the end of 2019
Artsper whittles down the must-see exhibitions to visit before the end of 2019. Paris, London and New York: we've got you covered.
25 Contemporary Artworks you need to see
30 Sep 2019
25 Contemporary Artworks you need to see
Contemporary Art is generally classified as artworks made during or after 1945, so from just after the Second World War right up to modern day. Within this period there is a huge range in styles, genres, and approaches, and it can be hard to know where to start. Artsper has brought together 25 examples of contemporary artwork that we think are most important to know about – from the most famous pieces to the lesser known, rising talents.
Meeting Jazzu
08 Jul 2019
Meeting Jazzu
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!
Museum shows we're looking forward to in 2019
15 Jan 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!
12 Facts you should know about Jean-Michel Basquiat
09 Mar 2018
12 Facts you should know about Jean-Michel Basquiat
Who is Jean-Michel Basquiat? This mysterious character of the 80's art scene continues to fascinate us. Here is what you should know about Basquiat!
Must-see Documentaries on Art
20 Dec 2017
Must-see Documentaries on Art
Whether you’re a film buff or a fresh convert, Artsper is here to make you discover your favourite 5 documentaries on art. An entertaining and educational watch!
These artists had a sense of style...
22 Sep 2017
These artists had a sense of style...
Many myths surround the artist, the mysterious entity with a wandering spirit. Bohemian artist, cursed artist, neurotic artist... an artist has trouble getting rid of these preconceptions that stick to them. However, an artist is much more than that! Among many other things, he can sometimes be a real fashionista! Artsper introduces you to your favorite artists from a different…
The Art Market: 2016 Sales Record
22 Dec 2016
The Art Market: 2016 Sales Record
1 million, 10 millions….60 ? How much can a work of art cost? Many people agree that art does not know crisis, unlike other markets or business, which are naturally linked to the social and economic circumstances. Nevertheless, the fervor and euphoria of 2015 is over and this year prices went down. Claude Monet’s piece Meule ranks  first place in…
How to encourage children to like art
11 Oct 2016
How to encourage children to like art
Is there a minimum age to appreciate contemporary art ? Young children and teenagers are not part of the usual population of contemporary art exhibition venues and fairs and yet many studies show that making children aware of art has many virtues. Indeed, children are blessed with an immense creativity that awareness of art can, amongst many other things, allow…
6 reasons to collect editions and reproductions
18 Jan 2016
6 reasons to collect editions and reproductions
Print are often considered to be low grade works of art. In reality, print and reproductions have great value and are just as impressive! Especially if you are new to the art world and are looking to start or expand your art collection. There are many types of editions worth exploring, from lithographs to serigraphs to etchings. Committee 2000 (Feldman…
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