Edmonia Lewis: Before and After Opportunities for African Americans in Art
Edmonia Lewis art is world-known, and the New York born artist, changed the world for African Americans in art. What makes Lewis so special is that she was the first professional African-American sculptor. Edmonia Lewis portrait via Creator:Henry Rocher [Public domain],
Sigmund Freud’s Biology of Art
Sigmund Freud may have been a psychoanalyst, but he was also a major lover of the arts. While he may not have created much art himself, Sigmund Freud’s art contributions came in other forms. You see, Freud loved art, but he,
Paul Rand: How a Paul Klees Admirer Shaped the Graphic Design and Art World
Not to be confused with the politician of the opposite name, Paul Rand (born Peretz Rosenbaum) was a graphic designer and art director who was best known for his corporate logo creations. Rand made logos for some of the biggest
Watercolor Art: 8 Tips for Getting Started
Working with watercolors can be a magical experience. The flowing colors, the wide spectrum of saturation and the unpredictable pigment are what make this medium so appealing. But they’re also what makes watercolors so intimidating. If you’re thinking about diving into
Embroidered Art Isn’t as Simple as You Think
Embroidery isn’t exactly a new art – and it may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of art trends. But a new generation of embroidery artists are pushing the boundaries of this timeless craft,
Beach Blanket Babylon: An Ageless Work of Art
Beach Blanket Babylon has been making audiences laugh for more than four decades. With gravity-defying costumes and an ever-changing script, the iconic show is the longest-running musical revue in the world. It’s been seen by more than six million people
How Oaxaca’s Folk Art Alebrijes Became Known to the World Thanks to Disney Pixar Coco
Coco was released in 2017 by Disney Pixar, and the 3D computer-animated series is based on Le Unkrich’s original idea. The story revolves around Miguel, a 12-year old boy, that seemingly wanders into the Land of the Dead. Taking advantage of
Hokusai, The Great Wave Rebel: How the Japanese Printmaker Shaped the Impressionist Movement in Europe
It’s one of the most iconic woodblock prints in the world, but many people still don’t know The Great Wave’s creator Katsushika Hokusai. Some would argue that his Great Wave, also known as Under the Wave off Kanagava, is the
Medusa Art: Is Society Still Comparing Women to Medusa?
She's portrayed as a dangerous woman; her snake-like hair a metaphor for her wicked and untrustworthy demeanour. I’m talking about Medusa, the Greek mythological figure who turns her onlookers to stone. But ancient depictions of Medusa were very different from
How Edmonia Lewis Became an Icon for Minorities?
Edmonia Lewis, also known as Wildfire, was born in Greenbush, New York. The first African-American sculptor at a professional level, her life began in 1843 or 1845 – no one knows for sure. What we do know is that Edmonia started
