Art 2025, January
How to draw cat eyes with a pencil?
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Many people like cats, especially their beautiful eyes. Some girls even do makeup, which is called "cat's eye". But to draw a cat's eyes with a pencil, you need a little patience and practice
Cubofuturism in painting: style features, artists, paintings
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Cubo-futurism is a direction in painting, the source of which was Russian bytyanism, it was also called Russian futurism. It was a Russian avant-garde art movement in the 1910s that emerged as an offshoot of European Futurism and Cubism
Pastel painting: technique, effects and features of working with pastel
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Pastel painting is a gentle and sophisticated direction in fine arts. Making drawings in this technique is quite simple, it is important to choose high-quality material. The colors are pure, fresh, and shading makes the pictures even more tender and touching
Rationalism in architecture and its features
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Rationalism is a popular trend in 20th century architecture. The architects of that era believed that the aesthetic component is important only when it performs a practical function. Architecture must meet the needs of society and take into account scientific and technological advances
Vologda paintings. Folk crafts of the Vologda region
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Vologda murals are a direction of decorative art of the peoples of the north of the country. Wood painting has been known in Russia for a long time, it developed everywhere, in all regions of a vast territory. The difference was in the technology of preparing the product for work, in the set of traditional ornaments, in the predominance of any colors. Only in the Vologda Oblast, more than ten types of murals are known, reflecting the uniqueness of the northern region, and the specific places in which they appeared
The style of architecture in the 17th century in Russia
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The style of architecture flourished in the 17th century, because the possibilities of the state expanded, stone construction reached a new level. In the Kremlin, under Mikhail Fedorovich, stone royal chambers were built. It was in the 17th century, or rather in its first half, that such a cult object as the Spasskaya Tower appeared. And in the second half of the century, other towers of the Moscow Kremlin were built. These buildings were crowned with tents, and they acquired the form familiar to us
The best museums in Irkutsk
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You can get acquainted with the rich history and culture of the city and the entire Siberian region as a whole in the museums of Irkutsk. More than two dozen different museums and exhibitions have been opened in the city, which will be of interest to both permanent residents of Irkutsk and tourists
Eclectic style in architecture: characteristics, architects, examples
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Approximately from the middle of the 19th century, the eclectic style appeared in Russia. In architecture, he expressed himself most contrastingly. This direction comes to replace classicism. But if the past style gave cities a regular layout, laid the foundation for centers, then eclecticism filled the rigid structure of quarters and completed urban ensembles
Pseudo-Russian style, its characteristic features and features of development
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Pseudo-Russian style is an architectural trend in Russia in the 19th and 20th centuries. The prevailing elements here are the traditions of architecture and folk art. It includes several subgroups, including Russian-Byzantine and neo-Russian directions
The role of shadows, light and reflections in painting and drawing
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The most important thing is to see your work as a whole. With this, the artist is helped by gradations of light and shadow, which allow him to see all the objects depicted at the same time and distribute them into plans and groups
How to draw Moidodyr? Step by step description
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Fairy tale characters are the first teachers of young children. Thanks to their example, kids learn to love and care for animals, like Dr. Aibolit, to enjoy the little things, like Pippi Longstocking, to be hospitable, like the Tsokotukha Fly, to follow the rules of hygiene, like Moidodyr. The image of a fairy-tale hero reminds children of important truths and awakens them to the right actions
Korean painting: history, genres, features
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Korean painting includes paintings made in Korea or by Koreans abroad, from paintings on the walls of Goguryeo tombs to postmodern conceptual art. Fine art produced on the Korean peninsula is traditionally characterized by simplicity, spontaneity and naturalism
Tambov Art Gallery: history, description
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The Tambov Art Gallery was opened on April 30, 1961, but not from scratch. It is connected by historical roots with the first Tambov provincial museum founded in 1879. Among the donations to the museum were works of art, which later formed the basis of the Tambov gallery
Artist Oleg Tselkov: biography, creativity and interesting facts
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The usual exhibitions had the character of gray, but well-executed works. However, the masters, who had completely different views aimed at individualism, tried to convey to others that the task of the artist is to create. What is important in this creation is not the depicted incident, but the emotional illumination. Oleg Tselkov was one of these masters
Academism is Features of the direction and famous representatives
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Academism in painting is the perfection of technique, pomposity. This is one of the dominant trends in the visual arts from the 17th to the middle of the 19th century. It combined the ancient direction and features of Renaissance painting. Artists improved their technique, which allowed them to create world masterpieces
Portrait of Alexei Tolstoy: author, description
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The article is devoted to the description of the biography, the creative path of the writer Alexei Tolstoy (1817-1875), and also talks about his acquaintances with famous artists, each of whom at one time painted a portrait of a brilliant author
Japanese Suiboku Ink Painting: Creation History and Basic Principles
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Japan is an amazing country, its culture is mysterious and beautiful. For most people, the concept of "Japanese culture" is associated with haiku and sophisticated ink paintings. Mountains, the peaks of which are covered with snow and fog, spring valleys, philosophical subjects - when looking at such pictures, we experience peace and inner harmony. The most popular Japanese ink painting is the Suiboku or Suiboku style
The biggest painting in the world: from Veronese to Aivazovsky
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Art has no material coordinate system. A tiny box is often more valuable than a giant sculpture. The average contemplator of the beautiful rarely thinks about the meaning. At the same time, size is an indicator that is hard to ignore. In showrooms, large canvases always look more advantageous. Stunning detail does not let you pass by. And after visiting the gallery, the question often arises: what is the largest painting in the world?
Eric Benet: biography, music albums, photos
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Eric Benét was born on October 15, 1966 in the northern United States, in the city of Milwaukee, which stands on Lake Michigan, Wisconsin. When he was 18 years old, he, along with his cousin, like all aspiring performers, recorded a demo or rough soundtrack for distribution to music publishers (labels). Despite the first unsuccessful attempts, the guys did not despair and continued to make their way to the stage
Architect Starov Ivan Yegorovich: biography, works, photos
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Architect Starov is a famous domestic architect who was engaged in the construction and design of various buildings. He worked on the territory of St. Petersburg and the province of the same name, in Yekaterinoslav and Kherson. All his works are made in the style of classicism
Unknown paintings by Kurt Cobain
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In August 2017, an exhibition was held in Seattle featuring previously unknown paintings by Kurt Cobain. Unlike the works of other authors, the drawings of the leader of the Nirvana group were not for sale. According to the widow of musician Courtney Love, these paintings are too expensive for family members. The exhibited works help to understand what was going on in the mangled soul of Kurt
Vyatka painting: history of origin, symbols, photo
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Painting on wood appeared in Russia a very long time ago, and still this kind of art is of interest to many artists and culturologists. Even children are familiar with bright Khokhloma and gentle Gzhel. But despite the fact that the Vyatka painting is not so widespread, it is one of the most mysterious and beautiful in Russia. Of course, this craft has existed for a very long time, but many masters use it to this day
Several ways to draw with gouache
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This paint is good because in the process of drawing it can not be diluted to make the layer as dense as possible. If you are interested in how to draw with gouache, then here are some simple and fun ways
The most expensive painting in the world
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But if we talk about real masterpieces of painting, then among them are ten paintings that are known as the most expensive paintings in the world, thanks to skillfully conducted auctions
Sentimentalism in painting and its features
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Sentimentalism is the leading trend in the art of the 18th century, which originated in Western Europe. Sentimentalism encourages viewers to see the self-sufficiency of the inner world of the individual, making the main objects of attention not the mind, but feelings
How to learn to dance the w altz at home: a description of the technique and recommendations
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One of the main difficulties in learning the w altz alone at home is the need to introduce a partner. For self-study, you will need not only imagination, but also a suitable room, mirrors, preliminary theoretical knowledge about the w altz
Barnett Newman - dear abstract artist
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Barnett Newman is the most prominent representative of the American division of abstract art. He was born in 1905 in New York. Another spelling of his last name is also common: Newman. In English-language sources, he is known as Barnett Newman
Mythological genre in fine arts
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Those who want to see something that was not really there can turn to paintings of a certain genre. Such canvases depict fabulous creatures, heroes of legends and traditions, folklore events. In this manner, the artists of the mythological genre write
Ionic order and its description
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The Ionic order is one of the most ancient canons of architecture. Gradually developing, it became the most elegant construction of columns. No wonder the columns, made in the Ionic style, are considered the most elegant
Vereshchagin's painting "The Apotheosis of War" and its sad lack of history
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Russian artist Vasily Vereshchagin has never been in favor with the rulers. This is understandable: instead of depicting battle scenes in the palace style, where enthusiastic soldiers in brand new uniforms rush into battle, and dapper generals prune on well-fed horses, he painted suffering, devastation, wounds and death. Being a professional military man, the artist ended up in Turkestan in 1867. His response to the armed conflict as such was the canvas "The Apothesis of War"
Moscow baroque, elegance of style
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Moscow baroque has a rare property, it conquers space. In some incomprehensible way, the visual perception of the church expands to infinity. There can be any number of buildings around it, we look at them, but we see nothing but the Naryshkin church itself
Postmodernism in architecture: 3 examples
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Let's start with the fact that postmodernism in most cases is called similar cultural and social phenomena of the second half of the 20th century. In architecture, he expressed himself in amazing inventions, theatrical-playing beginnings and complex figurative associations
How to write a portrait essay?
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It is important to remember that writing a portrait essay is possible only on the basis of well-studied material: unlike the narrator, the essayist cannot invent events. He works exclusively with documentary materials
Garden sculpture: history, stages of development and famous examples
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How often, walking through various parks, we see incredibly beautiful works of art! Landscape gardening sculpture has been widespread since time immemorial. Now it can be observed in many places, both very famous and practically unknown to the general public
What is art pastel?
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Everyone who paints knows what art pastel is. But in recent years, these pencils have become very popular among non-professionals, for example, among mothers with young children. Many teachers recommend using pastels for drawing with kids. After all, these crayons are very soft, create rich tones and shade well. In addition, they contain fairly safe substances: pigment, clay, chalk and glue
Dutch painting. The golden age of Dutch painting. Paintings by Dutch artists
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Anyone who wants to know at least a little about painting should know about the Dutch artists of the 17th century and their favorite genres
Lermontov's self-portrait: the story of one canvas
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Not everyone knows that Lermontov painted pictures. According to the encyclopedia dedicated to the poet's work, his love for drawing manifested itself from an early age
"Morning still life" Petrov-Vodkin: description of the painting and connection with reality
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If you look closely, you can see a cat in a shiny teapot and only one of the eggs is reflected in it. A faceted glass with fresh tea and a smart look of a dog. What story was Petrov-Vodkin trying to convey in the painting “Morning Still Life”? Description of the painting will be given below
How to draw "Minecraft"? Step by step master class
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The banal phrase "the most popular game" does not reflect even a thousandth of the popularity of Minecraft. It is known that not a single cent was spent on advertising the game, the number of copies for PC crossed the ten million milestone, and the number of players per month exceeds two hundred and forty million people. And how to draw "Minecraft"? We present a step-by-step master class
Ancient images in folk art are our heritage
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Encoded in architectural compositions, household items, works of art and folklore texts, ancient images in folk art reflect the ideas of our ancestors about the world around us. These images served not only as decoration - they carried a sacred meaning