Articles about specific artists

Carrie Mae Weems

Carrie Mae Weems, Art of a Radically Innovative Storyteller

Learn about one of the most celebrated photographers of our time, whose work reveal systems of…

The Draped Canvases of Sam Gilliam

Lost (and Found) Artist Series: The Draped Canvases of Color Field Painter Sam Gilliam

Read about Sam Gilliam, who helped redefine abstract painting with his brightly colored,…

Vincent van Gogh: Self-Portrait

Vincent van Gogh: Life of the Post-Impressionist Master

Read about the life of Vincent van Gogh, who posthumously became one of the most celebrated artists…

Celebrating Pride Month

Celebrating Pride Month – Artists Reflecting on Queerness & Identity

For Pride Month this year, we feature seven contemporary artists reflecting on queerness, beauty,…

Jean-Michel Basquiat, From Street Artist to Star of the Art Scene

Read about the meteoric rise of Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the art world's most celebrated stars…

The Immersive Universe of Bridget Riley

The Immersive Universe of Bridget Riley, the Artist That Hypnotized the World

Read about Bridget Riley, whose groundbreaking artistic work became synonymous with the Op Art…

Artland Spotlight On: Black UK Artists Reshaping the British Contemporary Art Scene

We present a selection of Black UK artists who are important voices in the British contemporary art…

The Art and Dancing Figures of Keith Haring

Read about the life and work of Keith Haring, the legendary American artist known for his…

Artistic Collaborations: Keith Haring & Grace Jones

Read about the legendary collaboration between pop-graffiti artist Keith Haring and the model,…

Flowers for Peace: The Anti-War Art of Maria Prymachenko

Read about Ukrainian folk artist Maria Prymachenko, whose art carries a message of peace and…

Takashi Murakami: Art & Collabs: Louis Vuitton and Much More

Learn about how Takashi Murakami and his movement Superflat conquered the creative industry and…

The Dance II - Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse, the Artist Who Revolutionized Color

French artist Henri Matisse was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Read on to…