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What’s the difference between modern and contemporary art

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What’s the difference between modern and contemporary art

Chances are, you’ve used the word ‘modern’ to mean ‘contemporary’ and ‘contemporary’ to mean ‘modern’. Potato-potarto, eh? Well, when it comes to a...

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When the Nude Creates a Scandal in Art

An endless source of inspiration in western art, the nude has always been a way of representing beauty ideals. However, they are sometimes perceive...

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What is Abstract Expressionism

Abstract Expressionism was a new form of painting developed by a small group of artists in New York in the 1940’s and 1950’s. It changed the landsc...

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What does it mean to commission art

When thinking of commissioned art, chances are the first thing that pops into your mind is an extravagant Renaissance portrait of a wealthy person,...

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How to hang original art

You’ve bought your brand new ready-to-hang artwork, perhaps a large statement abstract piece, or even a lovely portrait that looks just like your c...

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How to buy art for the office

Art for the office needs to strike the right tone, inspire a good working environment and create the right impression. You’ll also need pieces that...

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How to buy art A guide to buying artwork online

Navigating the world of art can be a daunting experience, not only for those who don’t have much experience with buying art, but for those with lit...

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How to build a contemporary gallery wall

Contemporary gallery walls are really trendy. Like, Instagram-influencer-hashtag-worthy trendy. And we understand why. Gallery walls – also known a...

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10 Surrealist Paintings You Should Know

In an era traumatised by the ravages of the First World War, many artists sought to create a new kind of reality to make sense of the world. Partic...

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10 Highlights of the 2020 Art Market

2020 will have been a completely new year for the art market. While the health crisis had serious consequences for the various players, it also all...

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5 Art Trends to Look Out for in the 2021 Art Market

The art world in 2021 is very different to the one we knew this time last year. Touched by the pandemic, the landscape of the art world has evolved...