The Scream The Scream on Social Media is a pin that reimagines the famous painting by Edvard Munch as a modern commentary on the effects of social media on our mental health. The original painting, created in 1893, depicts a person screaming in anguish on a bridge, surrounded by a swirling and colorful landscape. The painting […]
Everything you need to know about Grant Wood and American Gothic
Why is this interesting This is a story about what must be the most ridiculed American painting. A story about an American painter educated in France. A story about his sister and his family’s dentist and most of all a story about the history and ideas behind the painting. This is a story about Grant […]
Read more about Johannes Vermeer and his most famous painting
Who was Johannes Vermeer Johannes Vermeer was a Dutch painter born in Delft in 1632 and died in 1675. He is one of the most celebrated Dutch artists of the 17th century. He is know for , renowned for his exquisite paintings of domestic scenes, landscapes, and portraits. Although he was highly respected in his […]
Read more about Rembrandt and his most famous painting
Who was Rembrandt van Rijn Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) was a Dutch artist and one of the greatest painters in Western art history. He is known for his masterful use of light and shadow, his deep psychological insight, and his ability to capture human form and emotions Life and Work Rembrandt was born in Leiden, […]