World Creativity and Innovation Day is a time to celebrate the power of human imagination and innovation. Over the years, we have witnessed tremendous advancements in technology that have enabled us to accomplish incredible feats, and artificial intelligence (AI) is no exception. AI has emerged as a critical tool in today's digital age, bringing creativity […]

Click, flash, snap! Do you know what the topic of this article is? We’re uncovering the development of street photography in our newest Art History 101 installment. Street photography, as an artistic genre, has been around for over a century, evolving with changes in technology, art, and culture. At its core, street photography captures candid […]

The history and conversations around craft and fine art run deep from ancient times to contemporary interventions. This article uncovers the tips and tricks to help artists break down barriers to elevate their practices. Ready? Let's go! History and Theory of Craft Versus Fine Art The distinction between craft and fine art has been a […]

Will you be our Valentine? We’re looking at the artistic practice of lust and love in a special Valentine’s edition of .ART History 101 Featured image: François Boucher, La Naissance de Vénus, 1754, oil on canvas. The Wallace Collection Love tokens and erotica have a long and diverse history in art history. From antiquity to […]

From grassroots tagging on subway cars to record-breaking sales at auction, we’re taking a look at the history of street art No matter the urban landscape, street art has made its mark in socio-political and art historical discourses. Street art can be traced back to the early 20th century when artists began using urban spaces […]

Self-portraits are not just another selfie! In this article, we compiled the top tips and tricks to navigate the intimidating practice of taking pictures of yourself, and this no matter your medium of choice. Whether for experimentation or exhibition, self-portraiture has been a long-standing tradition among artists working in a variety of media. Western art […]

Money, money money. Art, art, and art… Mutually inclusive and tricky to navigate, we’re helping you wade through the murky waters of art transactions The art market can be an opaque beast, but still it is a world we love and cherish, and are eager, in some way or another to be part of. Whether […]

For this survival tactics article, we’re getting into all things sustainability in the art world. From mediums, packaging, shipping, and crypto mining, we’re uncovering some of the biggest current eco-issues in the art ecosystem. Featured Image: Photograph of Robert Smithson’s earthwork, Spiral Jetty, located at Rozel Point, Utah on the shore of the Great Salt […]

Just in time for Halloween, this week we’re covering all things spooky, macabre, and spiritual in our newest Art History 101 installment. Featured photo: Michael Wolgemut, “The Dance of Death” (1493) from the Nuremberg Chronicle of Hartmann Schedel Spiritualism, mortality, and demons; not just themes of spooky season! This week we’re diving into the history […]