January 2020
Inspiration: “A Young Girl By a Pool,” by Herbert James Draper
Draper’s most productive period began in 1894. He focused mainly on mythological themes from ancient Greece. His painting The Lament for Icarus (1898)…
The Art World Needs to Stop Taking Itself So Seriously—But Never Will
The art world has always had a reputation for being, well, a bit serious. You can see it in the hushed…
Inspiration: “Mont Sainte-Victoire,” by Cézanne
Mont Sainte-Victoire rises quietly over the Provençal landscape, a limestone giant that became the muse of one of modern art’s most…
Biography: Edward Cucuel
Edward Cucuel (1875–1954) was an American painter renowned for his impressionistic portrayals of leisurely outdoor scenes, vibrant landscapes, and elegant figures,…
Art in the Age of Terrorism: A Voice for Peace or War?
Art has always been a mirror reflecting the myriad facets of human existence, from the serene to the horrific. In the…
