March 2013
Inspiration: “Braiding Her Hair,” by Christian Krohg
Christian Krohg was born at Vestre Aker (now Oslo), Norway. He was one of five children born to Georg Anton Krohg (1817–1873) and…
Biography: Georges de La Tour
Georges de La Tour, born on March 19, 1593, in the Duchy of Lorraine, now in France, was a painter whose…
The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts: A Legacy of Excellence
The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts stands as one of the most prestigious institutions for art education in Europe. Established…
Inspiration: “Blonde and Brunette,” by Leo Putz
Leo Putz’s father, Karl Putz, was the Mayor of Merano. He began his studies at the age of sixteen at the Academy…
The Bocage Country: A Living Canvas of Natural Beauty
The Bocage country of northwestern France, particularly in regions like Normandy and Brittany, appears at first glance to be a simple…
