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Gustave Caillebotte, Lesser Known but Well Respected

Submitted by Christine on June 16, 2013 - 7:38am

One of the lesser known 19th century artists in the popular group of famous French Impressionists is Gustave Caillebotte. His artwork only became desirable in the mid-20th century, whereas a number of his fellow Impressionist colleagues had already established their fame during their own lifetimes. Caillebotte was born in Paris, and as the son of a wealthy textile merchant he was allowed to follow his career as an artist with few of the worries which encumbered other struggling artists. Caillebotte’s artwork used a more realistic manner than that normally practiced by Impressionist painters, and he merged that style with academic painting techniques, which gave his artwork a uniqueness. In addition to his hobby of collecting art, he was one of the first people to use photography as an art medium.

Fine Art Landscape Escapes

Submitted by Christine on June 1, 2013 - 10:58am

Landscape artists are the men and women who stimulate our sense of what’s real and natural in the world. More and more today, we all find ourselves spending too much time inside our homes and offices. Many of us cherish the time we get to spend outdoors, just taking in the sun and looking at the skies, because something in our hearts and minds go, “Yes, this feels good.” Then as our eyes come back down to earth we reflexively search for trees, grass and bright, colorful flowers. It’s no wonder that most of us choose to buy the glorious landscapes that artists have generously created for us. If we have to be inside, at least we can trick our minds for a few minutes when a scene describing the beauty of nature catches our eye. That’s why we especially need magnificent paintings displayed in our halls and on our walls.

Paul Klee, an Artist to Admire

Submitted by Christine on May 26, 2013 - 6:21am

Paul Klee was a German-Swiss artist who lived from 1879 until 1940. He is well recognized for his distinctive artworks which began as mostly black and white caricatures and satirical scenes, until he finally mastered the ability to use color to liven his paintings to his greatest satisfaction. His desire to always go further and explore art was a stimulus for him to experiment with cubism and surrealism, as well as orientalism and expressionism. Klee created over 9,000 works of art during his lifetime.

Fine Art Copies - Then and Now

Submitted by Christine on May 15, 2013 - 2:52am

The originality and uniqueness of an artwork is often what determines the value it attains. The artist’s popularity and skill also determines the price of the artwork when it’s sold. These two methods of valuation have been the accepted norm for over two thousand years... just about as long as when the practice of art forgeries began.

Artwork at Auction vs Fine Art Reproductions

Submitted by Christine on May 8, 2013 - 10:06pm

How do auctions work? A simple explanation of how an auction works is that the seller gives the auction house a valuable item, in some cases tells them what is the least amount he or she’s willing to accept (called a reserve), and the auction house arranges the event for bidders to attend. These days the bidders can use online and phone bids to participate from anywhere in the world; no need to be there in person. Finally, the auctioneer brings the bidders to a heated frenzy to get the highest price for the sale item, and when the hammer comes down the lucky winner walks away with the prize.

En Plein Air Artists Never Had it So Eas(el)y

Submitted by Christine on May 1, 2013 - 8:16pm

Did you ever go on a vacation to a beautiful location, and carry a camera to capture the scenery as a memento? Of course, you did. Similarly, en plein air painters have done the same thing, but with an easel, canvas and paints in tow. En plein air is a French phrase that means “in plain air”; sometimes painting outdoors was termed peinture sur le motif, which means “painting on the ground”. Groups like the Barbizon School, the Newlyn School and the Impressionists practiced this method and eventually painting out-of-doors caught on - it became quite popular in the 1870’s and afterwards.

Appreciation for the Work of Exceptional Artists

Submitted by Christine on April 27, 2013 - 7:15pm

One popular definition of art is “The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination...” The praises of these humanly qualities continue throughout history most likely because people desire and enjoy the limitless ways that life and beauty can be expressed in various forms. Those people throughout history who have become very famous in their own communities, nations and time, have been labeled master artists for good reason - they have gone above and beyond what the rest of us are capable of, and have generously shared their expert skills and imaginations in the form of creative artworks.

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Submitted by Sharon on April 9, 2013 - 6:29pm

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Fine Art Reproduction for Discerning Art Lovers

Submitted by Christine on February 23, 2013 - 8:25pm

You can really appreciate owning a fine artwork, which is hand painted by talented professional artists, especially when done in the style of a famous master artist, or uniquely customized to fit your specific requirements. Reproduction fine art is the most economical way to decorate your home and workplace with classic or iconic scenes which can be enjoyed by all. Original masterpieces are out of reach for many art lovers, due to price and availability on the market, and that’s why owning a hand painted oil reproduction is the solution to your fine art needs.

Artists in Competition and Collaboration

Submitted by Christine on February 10, 2013 - 5:08pm

It seems as if the artists of the early centuries kept to themselves and were highly competitive of each other, while in the 19th century and onwards the artists actually grouped together in small bands. The earlier artists focused on promoting the art that had gone before them, with small strides of change made going forward, and the later artists used strength in numbers to make significant and relatively sudden changes to the artworld. Grouping together in schools and communes, these artists did much to alter the course of art history.

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