Constantin Brancusi was a Romanian born French sculptor and photographer. He is best known for his modernist sculptures which were simplified to the point of abstraction. He produced sculptures, photographs, and works on paper. Famous Constantin Brancusi sculptures include “Portrait of Mademoiselle Pogany”, “The Kiss”, "Portrait of Nancy Cunard", "Bird in Space", "Princess X", … [Read more...] about Constantin Brancusi Quotes on Art
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Brett Whiteley Biography
Famous Australian painter, draftsman and sculptor. Brett Whiteley was a prolific artist but he struggled with addiction which hindered his growth and cut his life short. He produced paintings, drawings, prints, collage, sculpture, and ceramics. Here's some Brett Whiteley Quotes and Sayings. Popular Brett Whiteley paintings include “Untitled Red Painting”, “Self Portrait in the … [Read more...] about Brett Whiteley Biography
Henri Matisse Quotes on Art
Henri Matisse is a famous French artist who influenced many 20th century painters. He was part of the short lived Fauvist art movement where he pushed colors to their extremes. Matisse went on to produce works which could be expressive, bold, colorful, decorative, simplified, and sometimes almost completely abstract. He produced paintings, collages, sculpture, murals, prints, … [Read more...] about Henri Matisse Quotes on Art
Edgar Degas Quotes on Art
Edgar Degas was a famous 19th century painter, draftsman and sculptor. He’s considered an Impressionist artist although he never thought of himself as one. Known for his wonderful draftsmanship, capturing movement and for his intimate interiors. He produced paintings, drawings, sculpture and prints. Famous Edgar Degas paintings or pastels include “A Cotton Office in New … [Read more...] about Edgar Degas Quotes on Art
Damien Hirst Quotes about Art
Damien Hirst is a popular British conceptual artist and was part of the YBO or Young British Artists group. He's one of the richest artists alive. His 2 day Sotheby's art auction of 218 works called "Beautiful Inside My Head Forever" raised $198 million USD in 2008. He produces paintings, sculpture, installations, and prints. Famous Damien Hirst artworks include “Pharmacy”, … [Read more...] about Damien Hirst Quotes about Art
Georg Baselitz Quotes on Art
Georg Baselitz is German painter and sculptor known for his expressive paintings and wooden sculpture. He is best known for his upside down paintings. He produces paintings, prints and sculpture. Famous Georg Baselitz artworks include “Rebel”, “Folkdance - Tired”, “Bonjour Monsieur Courbet”, “Oberon (Remix)”, and “Where is the Yellow Milkjug, Mrs Bird?”. Mini biography: Born … [Read more...] about Georg Baselitz Quotes on Art
Jean Dubuffet Quotes about Art
Jean Dubuffet was a famous 20th century painter and sculptor. He’s known for his raw and expressive outsider art and for promoting the Art Brut movement. He was a prolific artist who produced paintings, drawings, collages, sculpture, outdoor monuments and prints. Famous Jean Dubuffet paintings include “Il flûte sur la bosse”, “La belle encornée”, “Les commentaires”, “Le … [Read more...] about Jean Dubuffet Quotes about Art
Anselm Kiefer Quotes about Art
Anselm Kiefer is German painter and sculptor known for his large scale paintings. Many of his works use a limited palette, various mediums, and three dimensional objects like a propeller, lead ships, or tree branches. He produces paintings, prints, sculpture, and installations. Famous Anselm Kiefer artworks include “Faith, Hope, Love”, “Nigredo”, "Die Orden der Nacht", … [Read more...] about Anselm Kiefer Quotes about Art
Brett Whiteley Quotes on Art
Brett Whiteley is an influential twentieth century Australian painter, draftsman and sculptor. He's known for his large interiors, landscapes, views of the Sydney Harbour from his Lavender Bay home, and for his mastery of line. Whiteley was a prolific artist but he struggled with addiction which hindered his growth and cut his life short. He produced paintings, drawings, … [Read more...] about Brett Whiteley Quotes on Art