Art 2024, November
What are tempera paints good for, and why modern artists willingly use them
Tempera paints have been known since ancient times. So the artists called the materials prepared on the basis of dry powder pigments and glue binding them to create their immortal works. What is the originality of this magnificent material?
Hyppian painting: horses in all sorts of angles
There is an ippic subgenre in painting, the main theme of which is the image of horses. The allocation of painting dedicated to these animals into a separate subspecies indicates that horses are in the lead in the paintings of animal artists
Exhibitions. Museum. Pushkin in Moscow
The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, commonly called Pushkin Museum, is considered one of the largest and most important cultural and educational institutions in Moscow and the country. It houses an impressive collection of works of world art from antiquity to the present day
Ornament in the strip: purpose, types and options
Ornament in a strip is a rhythmically repeating pattern located in a limited space, in a strip. It is intended for decorating utensils, furniture, weapons, clothing, wallpaper, baguettes for paintings, designing printed materials, and even as a tattoo
Apollinary Vasnetsov. Artist, researcher, historian
Such amazing artists as Apollinary Vasnetsov are few among all painters of the late 19th - early 20th century. He found a topic that is dear and close to the hearts of many Russian people - the topic of the historical transformations of medieval Moscow
Viktor Vasnetsov (artist). The life path and work of the most famous Russian artist of the XIX century
After graduating from the Academy of Arts in 1873, Vasnetsov the artist began to participate in exhibitions of the Wanderers organized by artists of St. Petersburg and Moscow. The "Partnership" included twenty famous Russian artists, among whom were: I. N. Kramskoy, I. E. Repin, I. I. Shishkin, V. D. Polenov, V. I. Surikov and others
Exhibition "Artistic Treasures of Russia": description, interesting facts and reviews
The leaves have already fallen, and the flowers are just beginning to bloom. And somewhere nearby, the surf is splashing. And all this is quite real! The exhibition "Artistic Treasures of Russia" takes place in the halls that are located in the majestic complex of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior
How to get red color when mixing paints?
According to scientists, any of the colors is an individual symbol and carries some meaning for the psyche. During the cold and frosty season, the desire to somehow paint the black and white world outside the window is especially clearly manifested. For example, red, which is extremely common in nature
Lysippus - the sculptor of Ancient Greece, and his works
Lysippus is the last sculptor of ancient Greek classics. The artist's contribution to world culture. New proportions of the body in works. Children's statues. Portrait sculptures. The Greatest Works of Lysippus
Ilya Kabakov: paintings and their description. Artist Kabakov Ilya Iosifovich
Ilya Iosifovich Kabakov lives and works in America. His work is appreciated by art lovers around the world. But only where they remember what "Soviet" is, his paintings and installations acquire a full and deep meaning
Artist Thomas Kinkade: biography, creativity
Many find in Kincaid's paintings an outlet in our harsh and cruel world, consider his works to be the best examples of painting. The main thing is that they do not remain the only ones for them
How to draw graffiti on paper: basic principles
How to draw graffiti on paper - this is the first question that faces any novice graffiti artist
What kinds of animations are there? Basic types of computer animation. Types of animation in PowerPoint
Let's try to figure out what kinds of animation exist. They are also called animation process technology. We will also talk about such a popular program as PowerPoint. It belongs to Microsoft. This package is designed to create presentations
Institute of Russian Realistic Art (IRRI) in Moscow
The Institute of Russian Realist Art (abbreviation - IRRI) is a museum complex opened since December 2011. The IRRI collection is based on paintings by Russian and Soviet masters of the 20th and 21st centuries - A.A. Plastova, S.V. Gerasimova, Yu.I. Pimenova, A.A. Deineki, V.E. Popkova, G.M. Korzheva, G.N. Gorelova, N.I. Andronova, N.F. Novikov, brothers Sergei and Alexei Tkachev, Viktor Ivanov, who cover various historical stages in the development of Russian society
How to draw a monster: the mysterious girls from Monster High
Artists like to depict non-existent landscapes and the world of fantastic creatures. Why? The answer is very simple. Such paintings do not limit the author, but on the contrary, give freedom to the imagination. By drawing monsters, everyone can find self-expression in their character
How to draw a puppet: step by step guide
Puppets are called puppets that move with the help of threads or fishing line. Most often they are used for theatrical performances or as decor in the interior. Even a child can learn to control simple puppets. When a beginner artist is faced with the question of how to draw a puppet, it is not always clear how to draw. In this article, we will analyze in detail all the stages of work
What types of portraits are there? History of the genre and modernity
The word "portrait" is very common in our vocabulary. We use it in relation to painting, to literature, to criminalistics, and also just in everyday life. In this regard, there are various types of portraits that relate to a particular area of life or art
Genre portrait in photography: features
An article about a type of portraiture called genre portraiture. The main differences between portrait and genre photography are given
Portraits - what is it? The meaning of the word "portraits". Samples
In order to understand the meaning of the word "portraits", let us first recall that this expression was borrowed by us from the French language. The French words "portrait" (image, depict) meant a detailed description of individual real-life people or their group by means of literature or fine art. At the same time, along with external similarity, the portrait should also capture the spiritual world of the individual
What should the drawn tree look like?
Depicting objects of nature is very interesting and useful. This allows you to develop spatial thinking, fantasy. The painted tree, like any other element of the environment, should convey the features of its original as much as possible. Read on to learn how to draw trees correctly
How to draw the Joker with a simple pencil?
All the time the Joker was presented as a notorious villain and criminal with the appearance of a crazy, evil clown. However, this character was presented from a completely different perspective when Heath Ledger played him. It was a very charismatic hero-villain. Therefore, consider how to draw the Joker yourself
Beautiful paintings by Sandro Botticelli
In our time, the sublimely beautiful paintings of the talented Sandro Botticelli help to understand the inner world of a Renaissance man and teach young artists to find their own unique path in creativity
Monet Claude - biography and creativity
Biography of Claude Monet. The formation of the artist and the beginning of creative activity. Photos of paintings by Claude Monet
How did Paul Gauguin live and work? Pictures of the artist, unrecognized by his contemporaries
He died in poverty, unappreciated and unrecognized by his contemporaries. The artist who glorified the painting of the era of post-impressionism along with Van Gogh and Cezanne is Paul Gauguin, whose paintings today are on the list of the most expensive paintings sold at open auctions and closed auctions
Math trick as a great way to have fun in the company
Mathematics should not be considered a difficult and incomprehensible science, all its tasks are based solely on logic and are quite amenable to justification. A math trick can easily become an entertaining theme for a party, and solving such problems perfectly develops intelligence and memory
B. P. Astafiev, "Domsky Cathedral": a summary, features of the work and reviews
When there is a lot of fuss around, and the soul strives for silence and tranquility, when only dreams of solitude are in your thoughts, then music comes to the rescue… The majestic sound of organ music can touch the most secret corners of the soul, especially if this organ located in the same Dome Cathedral in Riga, which the writer Viktor Astafiev tells about in his work of the same name "Dome Cathedral"
Eggplant color: features and versatility of application. A color scheme
The color of eggplant is purple with an admixture of brown, somewhat similar to the color of European eggplant. On each continent, the color of this vegetable varies: from indigo to white
Singer of the proletariat Nikolai Kasatkin
This artist, whose paintings are of a social nature, refers to the life of the people, dedicates the first works to the peasants and connects creativity with the fate of the working people. It shows people who are able to protect their interests. The singer of the proletariat Nikolai Kasatkin, who left a valuable legacy, understands the trends in the social development of Russia and sees in the workers a powerful force that can change the usual course of history
Giacomo Quarenghi: biography, works
An Italian by birth, who became Russian in spirit, Giacomo Antonio Quarenghi is one of the constellation of great architects who made a huge contribution to the creation of the unique image of the most beautiful city in Europe - St. Petersburg, decorating Moscow and other Russian and European cities with their projects
Beginning artists, or how to draw clothes
Whether you want to draw people or design new costumes, or maybe you want to learn how to make manga? But for all this, you first need to learn how to draw clothes
How to draw "Friendship is a miracle" step by step?
Many girls, inspired by their favorite cartoons, draw characters on their own, so in this article we will learn how to draw a pony from the animated series "Friendship is a miracle" step by step
Modern style houses. Art Nouveau in Russian architecture
Modern style houses appeared in the late 19th - early 20th century. Many were interested in the use of new materials and forms. In a word, there was a desire to escape from the classics. Under the influence of these factors, the architecture developed
Cob alt color in clothes and interior
Blue and blue shades are extremely popular lately. Cob alt color is no exception - it is easy to wear, it does not strain the psyche, but on the contrary, it calms. Cob alt color is associated with well-being and constancy, and is also the personification of nobility and luxury
Titanium white: features and applications. The main differences from zinc white
Gouache is a universal paint for creating color compositions. But six basic colors are usually not enough to convey the naturalness of objects. Experienced artists recommend mixing white to get new shades. Therefore, white is required in large quantities. And here a logical question arises for beginners. They are often perplexed: what is the difference between zinc white and titanium white? Which are better to buy? Let us help you resolve this issue
How to draw a hedgehog: step by step instructions
The description gives step by step instructions on how to draw a hedgehog. The article can be used as a teaching aid for kindergarten teachers, elementary school teachers or just those who want to draw this animal
How to draw a dandelion. Step by step drawings with annotations
The article tells how to draw a dandelion. The article is accompanied by pictures illustrating each stage of drawing a flower
Existence is a philosophy with a human face
The article discusses the concept of existence as a category of philosophy, its emergence, origins and reflection in fiction in the form of ideas of existentialism
How to make gold color? Color Mixing Chart
How often do you look around? Have you noticed that certain color palettes are more often used for city beautification or billboard design. One of these popular colors today is gold. This color is very rich and all its variations look quite noble. But it, like almost any color, can be obtained by mixing. Therefore, if suddenly you need gold, but you don’t have a ready-made jar of paint, we suggest that you figure out how to make a gold color
How to draw a bat beautifully?
And how to draw a bat? There is nothing easier! For the image to be true, you should first study realistic photographs of these babies
How to draw wings? Instruction for beginners
Many artists also puzzled over how to draw wings: bird, angelic, demonic - different in their structure and purpose. Angels and demons in the religious paintings of the great artists inspire and amaze the imagination of young (and not only) draftsmen. Everything is so filigree, with great plausibility and written in detail that you never cease to be surprised: maybe they really saw it all with their own eyes