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American painter, illustrator, muralist, and designer Albert Herter was born in 1871 and died in 1950. His work in various forms, such as decorative arts and impressionism, was well-known. Herter was raised in an artistic household; his mother, Adele McGinnis Herter, was a talented painter and designer, and his father, Christian Herter, was a well-known […]
Albert Herter: Legacy of Mural, Design, Ornaments and Art Read More »
Achyut Purushottam Kanvinde was an Indian architect. Practically raised by his father, his foray into architecture was inspired by his father who was a portrait and landscape artist. In 1942, he graduated with a degree in architecture from Sir JJ School of Arts. He pursued further education at Harvard, working under the tutelage of German-American
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American painter Theresa Bernstein is renowned for her vivid and energetic works. Born in Krakow, Poland, on March 1, 1890, she emigrated to the United States as a young kid with her family. Bernstein studied painting first at the Art Students League of New York, then at the Philadelphia School of Design for Women. Her
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American painter George Caleb Bingham (1811–1879) is well recognised for his works that portray frontier life along the Missouri River. Despite being a Virginian by birth, he lived mainly in Missouri. In Bingham’s artwork, commonplace situations like riverboats, landscapes, and portraits are frequently shown. “Fur Traders Descending the Missouri,” one of his most well-known paintings, depicts the untamed beauty of the American frontier
George Caleb Bingham: Social Historian and River Life Painter Read More »
Senga Nengudi, a pioneering figure in the world of performance art and sculpture, continues to captivate audiences with her innovative use of materials and thematic depth. Among her acclaimed works, “Water Composition” stands out as a profound exploration of fluidity and transformation. Currently showcased at Dia Beacon, this installation offers a unique opportunity for art
Exploring the Fluid Dynamics of Senga Nengudi’s “Water Composition” at Dia Beacon Read More »
Austrian playwright, poet, and painter Oskar Kokoschka is well-known for his expressionistic pieces. Kokoschka, born in Pöchlarn, Austria, on March 1, 1886, is regarded as one of the pioneers of Austrian Expressionism. He first attended the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts before moving on to the Academy of Fine Arts. His early works were influenced
Oskar Kokoschka: A Narrative Inner Life of a Troubled Artist Read More »
Once upon a time, in the Parisian region, there was a young artist named JR, or Jean René. Born in 1983, he wasn’t your typical art student. Instead of classrooms, JR’s teenage years were spent scaling the rooftops and diving into the subways of Paris with his friends. It was a wild and daring time,
JR (Jean René): Modern Mastery in the Footsteps of Cartier-Bresson Read More »
American author and illustrator Howard Pyle was well known for his work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in Wilmington, Delaware, on March 5, 1853, and passed away in Florence, Italy, on November 9, 1911. Pyle is frequently called the “father of American illustration” for his substantial contributions to the
Robin Hood, King Arthur and Mermaid: Artistic Adventures of Howard Pyle Read More »
Renowned American photographer Arnold Newman is well recognised for his unique approach to environmental portraiture. March 3, 1918, saw his birth in New York City, and he died June 6, 2006. By capturing his subjects in their natural settings and frequently employing dramatic lighting and composition to portray their personalities and occupations, Newman’s approach to
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Piloo Mody was an Indian author-architect and the founding member of the defunct Swatantra Party. He was born on 14 November 1926 to Parsi businessman Sir Homi Mody. He studied architecture at the Sir JJ School of Architecture (bachelor’s) and the University of California (master’s). He married fellow American student, Lavina ‘Vina’ Colgan, with whom
Piloo Mody Revolutionized Architecture with the 1972 Architects Act Read More »