Art

Step by step tutorial on how to draw flowers with a pencil

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It is a pity that the flowers wither quickly. What if you draw them? Of course, the original from the Creator cannot be compared with an attempt to display reality on paper, but such flowers will delight at any moment, as soon as there is a desire to enjoy beauty. A step by step lesson will teach you how to draw flowers with a pencil

Classicism and Baroque: Comparison of Art Directions

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The art of the 17th-18th centuries formed two amazing styles - classicism and baroque. These two major pan-European styles existed side by side for two centuries. Despite the obvious differences, they closely interacted with each other. During their development, classicism and baroque found themselves not only in world and Russian architecture, but also in sculpture, interior design and art

How to draw a human face - some tricks for creating a lively composition

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All art schools teach how to draw a person's face correctly and beautifully. However, you can learn this on your own with the help of a similar instruction. Drawing a person's face is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. To do this, you will need charcoal or a pencil, a sheet of paper and an easel

How to draw a sunset on the sea? Detailed job description

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Let's consider how to draw a sunset step by step on the example of a seascape. It will be quite easy to do this if you are guided by the proposed detailed instructions along with the accompanying sketches

Sculptor Trubetskoy Pavel: biography, art and architecture

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One of the leading representatives of impressionism in sculpture, who created a real miracle with strokes, the "Russian Italian" Paolo Trubetskoy was a talented and interesting person. Contrasting, modest and at the same time absorbing the very essence of everything, Trubetskoy met the peak of activity in Russia. All his works give off a certain warmth, they are concise and convey the action in its entirety

We will tell you how to draw a whole wolf and its face separately

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There may come a moment when you suddenly need to portray some beautiful proud animal. But how, for example, to draw a wolf, not everyone knows. This article is dedicated to this

How to draw a fish? Several variants

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The walls of the nursery, bath, doors can be decorated with images of fish, aquatic plants, marine animals. But how to draw a fish, if such a design idea came to mind?

Pablo Picasso: a brief biography, life and work of the great artist

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Pablo Picasso is a talented Spanish and French artist and sculptor. One of the founders of cubism

The most famous abstract artists: definition, direction in art, features of the image and the most famous paintings

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Abstract art, which has become a symbol of a new era, is a direction that has abandoned forms that are as close to reality as possible. Not everyone understands, it gave impetus to the development of cubism and expressionism. The main characteristic of abstractionism is non-objectivity, that is, there are no recognizable objects on the canvas, and the audience sees something incomprehensible and beyond the control of logic, which is beyond the usual perception

Why is Tahiti called the "Isle of Gauguin"?

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Paradise, lost in the Pacific Ocean, quite rightly called the "end of the world." The island belonging to French Polynesia is surrounded by coral reefs. It beckons with exotic nature, luxurious beaches and the opportunity to get rid of all problems. Tourists adore Gauguin's untouched island of inspiration. And now not only travelers rush here, but also romantics, poets and artists who are looking for inspiration

Mikhail Vasilyevich Nesterov, "Holy Russia": description and year of the painting

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The Russian Empire was rich in truly extraordinary artists, they all had their own unique style, favorite genres and subjects that still delight the soul of a Russian person. However, not all of them were glorified both during their lifetime and after their death, which is an unfortunate injustice. Such an artist was M. V. Nesterov - the author of many paintings glorifying the power of Russia and the Orthodox faith

Painting by Raphael Santi "Dream of the Knight"

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Raphael is one of the three masters of the High Renaissance, along with Leonardo and Michelangelo. He received the greatest popularity for a number of Madonnas written by him. Rafael Santi's painting "The Dream of a Knight" shows the viewer a young man in armor who dozed off near a laurel tree next to two beautiful ladies. In her hands, the first holds a book and a sword, and the second holds a flower. This miniature refers to allegorical painting, when the artist illustrates an abstract idea with the help of images

Pablo Picasso: works, features of style. Cubism Pablo Picasso

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There is hardly a person on the planet who is not familiar with the name Pablo Picasso. The founder of cubism and the artist of many styles in the 20th century influenced the fine arts not only in Europe, but throughout the world

Goya, etchings: description, features, topics

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Francisco Goya lived in a difficult 19th century. A gifted painter and engraver, he became a legend of his time. Having lived a long and interesting life, he managed to capture its most difficult moments in art. His series of etchings is a reflection of the injustices of the old Spanish order, the dire consequences of the war and the first Spanish revolution

Who is a mime and what is pantomime

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On the streets of large cities, and not only large ones, you can often meet unusual and funny street performers with white faces, dressed in striped vests. These artists are mimes. They are somewhat similar to clowns, but the genre of performances is completely different, and is called pantomime. To understand who a mime is, it is worth delving a little into the history of this unusual art

Rafael Santi's dances. "dispute"

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Rafael Santi's Stanzas are rooms in the Apostolic Palace of the Vatican. The room with the name "Stanza della Senyatura" was the first to be painted and contains the world's masterpieces of the Renaissance, such as "Dispute" and "The School of Athens". We will tell you more about one of them, which embodied church activity

Art galleries of Moscow: overview, features and reviews

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The art galleries of Moscow are today the property of the state, its invaluable fund. But they were created on the initiative of the nobles, who donated expensive and great works of art to their beloved city. The most famous to this day both in Russia and around the world are the Tretyakov and Rumyantsev galleries. In our article, we will talk about both the largest famous galleries and museums of the capital, as well as private and small ones hidden in the cozy alleys of the city

Features and stages of development of the Georgian style in architecture

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What does the Georgian style mean in architecture? What period does it belong to and what features distinguish it? What stages did this direction go through, what did English residential buildings of that period and churches look like? Which architects worked in the Georgian style, and what materials were used? This article will answer these and other questions

Anatoly Belkin: biography and artistic activity

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Russia has made a huge contribution to world culture: this includes Russian literature, cinema, sculpture, painting and other areas of art that are popular all over the world. Paintings by Russian artists are among the most recognizable, and their reproductions are exhibited in the world's largest museums. During the existence of the Soviet Union, many talented painters also appeared. One of them is Anatoly Pavlovich Belkin

The Hermitage Throne Room - history, features and interesting facts

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If you have been to St. Petersburg, then you must have visited the Hermitage. You can only envy, because you have seen the most luxurious museum in the world. It is on a par with such giants as the Metropolitan, the British Museum, the Louvre. Throne rooms of the Hermitage amaze the imagination of visitors

The famous painting by Titian "Pieta"

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The role of the painting "Pieta" in the work of the great Venetian artist. History and description of the work in the context of the master's life. "Pieta" is an example of painting of that era

Bust of Peter 1 (Rastrelli): history and description

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This article tells about the sculptor Carlo Bartolomeo Rastrelli himself, about his masterpieces, in particular, the bronze bust of Perth 1. We will also talk about other busts of Peter, which are in Denmark. The activities of Rastrelli as an architect will be slightly affected

Pilgrim Theater in Tolyatti today

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Pilgrim Puppet Theater in Tolyatti was founded in 1972. This unique theater fought for its own premises for a long time, but thanks to the faith and perseverance of its enthusiasts, it managed to win its official place in the city. Today this hospitable theater gathers guests from Kazan, Ufa, Omsk, Penza and other large cities. The repertoire of the theater is replenished annually, interesting performances do not leave indifferent adults or children

Andrea del Verrocchio: biography, personal life, work

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Andrea del Verrocchio was an Italian painter, sculptor and jeweler of the Early Renaissance period. He maintained a large workshop, in which some of the most famous creators of the era were trained. According to one version, the nickname Verrocchio, which from the Italian vero occhio means "accurate eye", the master received thanks to his skillful achievements and excellent eye

Artist Perov: biography, years of life, creativity, names of paintings, interesting facts from life

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Almost every inhabitant of our country knows the paintings "Hunters at rest", "Troika" and "Tea drinking in Mytishchi", but, probably, much less than those who know that they belong to the brush of the itinerant artist Vasily Perov. His original natural talent left us unforgettable evidence of the social life of the 19th century

Description of the painting by Venetsianov "On arable land. Spring"

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Portrait and landscape painter Alexei Gavrilovich Venetsianov is one of the masters of the domestic genre. In his piggy bank there are truthful peasant portraits, with a share of sentimentality. One of the most sentimental, but at the same time mysterious paintings of the artist is the work "On arable land. Spring". This masterpiece raises many questions. We offer you a description of Venetsianov's painting "On arable land. Spring". Perhaps after that you will look at the familiar canvas in a new way, you will see effects and elements in it

What is the difference between a sketch and a drawing: comparative characteristics

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In order to manufacture any product or part of a product, you must first develop its project, that is, a drawing or sketch, which specialists are guided by in the course of their manufacture. Only then will the parts be homogeneous, of high quality and corresponding to their technical and other characteristics

House of Nizhny Novgorod actor V. V. Vikhrov

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The actor's house in Nizhny Novgorod bears the name of VV Vikhrov. This is a chamber theater, it began its activity in the 2nd half of the last century. Now creative people and representatives of culture gather here, meetings with famous cultural figures and concerts are held. In the House of the Actor, performances are staged, comedians perform and other entertainment events are organized. Also, skits and theater festivals are held in this place

Artist Dmitry Kustanovich: a nugget of modernity

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Artists of past centuries left behind a brilliant legacy that connoisseurs sing to this day. However, time passes, and new talents are born, discovering other, unlike anything before, artistic directions. Why and with what exactly was the contemporary artist Dmitry Kustanovich able to win world fame?

Summer combo: how to draw shorts and a T-shirt

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This article provides information on how to draw shorts, a T-shirt, how to draw a one-piece summer outfit and how to look seductive, creating a unique image. The process of drawing men's shorts and women's shorts is also described separately

Legs that fight on the spot! How to draw anime legs?

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Every self-respecting modern artist sooner or later asks the question: "How to draw anime legs?". Elegant and appetizing legs can not only convey the charm of the character, but also attract a new audience to your work. After all, it is the language of gestures that often gives the image a greater emotional load and expressiveness

Scott Adams and the success of Dilbert

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Comics are an amazing and diverse world. There are comics about everything from superheroes to satirical office work. It was them that Scott Adams did - the author of the world-famous "Dilbert", who once himself was a "white collar"

Russian folk pattern. How to draw a Russian pattern

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Russian folk pattern… How much mystery there is in it, how much everything is forgotten and ancient. Why is Russian embroidery so special with its unique pattern and ornament? Some information about this can be found in the article

Diamond painting: rhinestone painting. Diamond painting: sets

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Diamond painting: sets and their components. Features of artistic technique. Its difference from traditional painting, embroidery and mosaic

Renaissance sculptures: photo and description

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During the heyday of the Renaissance in European society, there was an interest in antiquity. The most noticeable manifestation of the Renaissance culture was the "Renaissance" style in architecture. The foundations of architecture, formed over the centuries, were updated, often taking unexpected forms

Description of the portrait of Khabarov "Portrait of Mila", written in 1974

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The full name of the painting is "Portrait of a girl in an armchair", it was written in 1974 by the artist Valery Iosifovich Khabarov. The author is known not only in Russia, but also in France, Italy, Germany, and the USA. The artist was born in 1944, on August 4, in the city of Michurinsk, Tambov Region