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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 art, it’s more like potato-tomato. The words ‘moder...

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 perceived by the public as too erotic. The nude has conseq...

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 landscape of painting forever, paving the way for contem...

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, and you’re not far off. Commissioning art has his...

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 canine best friend—congratulations! But now it’s ti...

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 will broadly appeal but aren’t boring or generic....

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 little art knowledge as well. To help you make a choi...

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 as salon or frame cluster hangs – are a great way t...

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. Particularly interested in psychological theories, Surre...

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 allowed the exceptional development of online art sal...