Art 2024, November
Opekushin Alexander Mikhailovich, Russian sculptor: biography, works
In the world you can find many monuments that not only amaze the imagination with their grandeur, sharp lines, but also help to trace the development of the art of sculpture over the centuries. But what do we know about those people who create these monuments, who put a particle of their soul into their favorite business? In this article, we will recall the famous Russian sculptor. Opekushin Alexander Mikhailovich - who is he, what contribution did he make to world art, and what works did he become famous for?
Five-pointed star. How to draw her quickly and easily
The very first image of a five-pointed star found by archaeologists dates back to 3500 BC. She was depicted on a clay tablet found during excavations in the Sumerian city of Uruk
Every painting by Renoir is a picture of a mood
Almost all Renoir's paintings give a good mood to others. You can return to them again and again. Behind a light stroke of the artist's brush there is always depth, you just need to look carefully
Van Gogh, "Boots" ("Shoes"): history and description of the painting
The work of Van Gogh is considered one of the most significant stages in the development of fine arts. The power of the genius of the artist really knew no equal. Among his works there are many subjects. One of the most interesting and unusual is Van Gogh's "Boots" - a realistic painting that hides a deep subtext
Caravaggio's painting "The Kiss of Judas": the history of writing and the meaning of the canvas
Michelangelo Caravaggio - Baroque painter. His skill in operating with light and applying shadows, as well as maximum realism combined with the tragic expression of characters, bring the master to the fore
How to draw a swan. Instruction
Already a year old baby makes the first attempts at drawing with a pencil, felt-tip pen or crayon. And this is not surprising, because fine art is a great way of self-expression. It perfectly develops imagination and creative thinking. What can be drawn? Anything. A child will be very interested in drawing a swan. This is a graceful and very beautiful bird, which is a symbol of purity, fidelity. But not everyone knows how to draw a swan? This will be discussed further
"Coronation of Napoleon": analysis of David's painting
The article talks about a painting called ''The Coronation of Napoleon'' by French artist Jacques-Louis David
How the Egyptian ornament developed
One of the most ancient and mysterious cultures on earth is Egyptian. Their grandiose buildings, unprecedented knowledge and teachings, painting and writing - everything has not been fully studied. However, everyone is well aware of the beauty of this ancient world, where every detail is worthy of admiration
Fox made of plasticine: a joint craft for adults and children
Today we have chosen an animal that is well known to any child from Russian folk tales. We will figure out how to make a plasticine fox bring joy to the youngest master
"Guernica" Picasso: description and photo
Guernica by Pablo Picasso has become one of his most famous and controversial masterpieces. Its interpretation has become the subject of controversy for many critics and cultural figures. The artist himself called it a manifesto against cruelty. The film turns 80 in 2017
Ornaments are not only decoration! It is a means of ethnic self-expression and a source of inspiration
The article gives a detailed description of the ornament, presents methods of classification, and describes the Russian ornament. At the end of the article there is a dictionary that allows you to better navigate the material
John Constable: the life and paintings of the master of the English landscape
In the county of Suffolk, in the east of England, there is Constable Land - the area that was sung on his canvases by the great innovator landscape painter who worked at the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries
Ursa Major (dipper) in autumn: photo
Since ancient times, people have been watching the night sky. There is something invariably attractive in the process of contemplating a clear moon and distant stars. From all this it is done in the soul well and peacefully. An inquisitive observer will sooner or later begin to find patterns in the sky - bizarre clusters of stars that form various shapes. The constellation Ursa Major will not escape his attention. It will be discussed in our article
The artist Courbet Gustave: life and work
Courbet Gustave (1819-1877) - an artist endowed with considerable talent, almost self-taught. He deliberately abandoned the academic style in painting and became the founder of realism, which later turned into direct naturalism
Karl Bryullov, paintings "The Horsewoman", "Italian Noon" and others
Karl Pavlovich Bryullov is a well-known artist, watercolorist, portrait painter, painter. During his short life, he created many paintings that we admire to this day. It can be seen that Karl Bryullov wrote them with pleasure. Pictures of the great artist can be seen in the Tretyakov Gallery
Museum of Political History in Russia: opening hours, photos and reviews of tourists
Each new government wants to leave an indelible mark on the history of the state. The October Revolution of 1917 changed a lot in the development of Russia. Two years after the political upheaval, a museum dedicated to this event was opened in Petrograd. Symbolically, the opening took place in the Winter Palace. The museum received the name of the October Revolution, now it is the Museum of Political History
Manet's "Breakfast on the Grass" and "Olympia" are the stars of the Salon of Outcasts
His fate is full of contradictions. Manet's paintings challenged bourgeois morality, and he himself came from a prosperous we althy family, and his father's opinion was very important to him
City of Kirov: art school
For children, the city of Kirov also provides an opportunity to become a talented artist. There is only one art school here, but this city can also offer art schools, where children are taught not only fine arts, but also music, dance, etc
Sculpture and artist Mikhail Osipovich Mikeshin: biography, features of creativity and interesting facts
The second half of the 19th century in our country was marked by the creation of magnificent works of fine art, the authors of which were I. Repin, I. Kramskoy, V. Perov, I. Aivazovsky and many other Russian artists. Mikeshin Mikhail Osipovich in his youth also delighted art lovers with his works, which are distinguished by dynamism and realism
Portrait of Leo Tolstoy is the greatest work of Russian painting
The greatest Russian writer Leo Tolstoy, who was called the conscience of the nation, was painted by several famous artists. The most famous portraits of the classic belong to I.E. Repin, I.N. Kramskoy, M.V. Nesterov. From domestic painters to the image of L.N. Tolstoy addressed L.O. Pasternak (father of the writer B.L. Pasternak) and N.N. Ge
Famous paintings with people
Many pictures of people today are known around the world. They are admired, admired for their unsurpassed beauty and originality of the plot. True connoisseurs of art would prefer to have some of them at home in order to be able to admire authentic masterpieces every day. Indeed, the most striking and memorable are the portraits of people
Still life in painting: types and description
Still life in painting in different eras was both forgotten and reborn from the ashes. A variety of techniques and styles allowed the genre to become universally recognized and entered the history of modern art
Pietro Perugino - representative of the Italian Renaissance
Pietro di Cristoforo Vannucci, or, as we know him, Pietro Perugino (≈ 1448–1523) is an early Renaissance painter. Born in a small town in the province of Umbria, he lived and worked in Rome, Florence and Perugia. His most outstanding student was the brilliant Rafael Santi
Depicting the mascots of the Sochi Games. How to draw an Olympic Bear?
The Olympic Games that took place this year left a lot of pleasant memories not only among the inhabitants of our country, but also among guests from other countries. And it is especially pleasant that we still have the memory of past competitions in the form of mascots. The article talks about how to draw an Olympic Bear
How to draw a pony. How to draw "My Little Pony". How to draw a pony from Friendship is Magic
Remember how cute little horses with long tails and fluffy manes evoked in your childhood. These crumbs, of course, could not boast of royal grace and grace, but they had funny bangs and kind eyes. Do you want to know how to draw a pony?
How to draw a bear: step by step instructions
Designing a bear requires considerable preparation in the practice of drawing animals. The fact is that you need to try to reflect the properties of the character of this beast. For example, to make a bear look stern, it is better to depict a long muzzle, powerful claws and thick hair. To understand how to draw a bear, learn the step-by-step image technology
How to draw feet easily and quickly
It tells how to draw human legs in the easiest way, representing them in the form of geometric shapes
How to draw a human face: lessons for beginners
Love to draw with a pencil, but are you not good at portraits of people? Then this article is for you. Here we will take a step-by-step look at how to draw a person's face for a novice artist
Igor Grabar, the painting "Hoarfrost" is one of the best landscapes of Russian painting
The genius of mankind Rubens was called the artist of kings, that is, he was a court portrait painter, like almost everyone who managed to develop his talent thanks to the patronage of the powers that be. And it's not shameful. Why should the title of Soviet artist sound offensive? Yes, even if he is, of course, a genius, like Igor Grabar. "February Blue" - a picture that will dispel any doubts on this score
"Garage". Museum of Modern Art: description and how to get there
One of the largest exhibition venues in Moscow is Garage. The Museum of Modern Art of the capital got this slightly strange name, as it was originally located in an abandoned car hangar in the Bakhmetevsky bus depot
Unusual drawing technique: description, technology and recommendations
An unusual drawing technique opens up a world of fantasy and wide possibilities even for a person who does not know how to draw anything on paper at all. For a child, these are ideas for self-expression and scope for self-expression. There are many interesting ways to paint with watercolors, when it becomes possible not only to get an exciting drawing, but also to have fun with your baby
Rothko Mark. Paintings in the style of abstract expressionism
This painting does not need to be understood, it is difficult to explain. But those who can feel it will have a meeting with real art
Pyotr Pavlensky - Russian action artist: biography, creativity
Peter Pavlensky from St. Petersburg has been named the most significant artist of the past year by critics. He is one of the few modern authors whose name is well known even to those who have never been interested in any art. The famous "artist" Pyotr Pavlensky has repeatedly attracted the eyes of firefighters and policemen
Kevin Jonas is a famous musician and loving father
Kevin Jonas is a famous American musician and actor. Member of the pop rock band Jonas Brothers, formed by his younger brother Nick. In 2008, he appeared on the list of the sexiest men in the popular People magazine. In 2009 he married a beautiful girl - Danielle Deleasa
How to draw naruto with a simple pencil
Drawing naruto figurines do not require particularly strict parameters. There are basic rules for doing this. As a matter of fact, everyone can learn how to draw naruto, but the main thing in this matter is patience and diligence. The rest is up to experience
What is a museum? Brief excursion
Museum! How much meaning in this word! And the number of rarities contained there is amazing, as well as their cost. Some exhibits have no price at all, because they have been preserved in a single copy for all mankind! What is a museum? From a scientific point of view, this is a socio-cultural institution where they collect, study, store all kinds of monuments of art, science and technology, as well as history and other spheres of human activity
Kudryavtseva Tatyana - the keeper of Russian traditions
The One Stroke painting technique is currently widely used in their work by both professional masters around the world and just amateurs to draw. A significant contribution to the popularization of this craft is made by Tatyana Kudryavtseva, a talented artist who created the author's style of painting Tagil Painting on its basis. Thanks to her efforts, the unique folk craft, which originated in Russia in the 18th century, has not lost its relevance to this day
What can be painted with watercolors for beginners easily and beautifully
Drawing classes help to relax, calm down and get away from everyday, domestic problems into the world of dreams and fantasies. You can start drawing with anything: pencils, gouache, charcoal, oil paints, watercolors. But only a box of watercolors familiar from childhood can give a ticket to childhood, a world of fantasy and adventure. What can be painted with watercolors?
Wolf anatomy for drawing
Wolves are very common heroes of fairy tales and cartoons. From a very young age, children begin to be interested in: “But how to draw a wolf?” They start asking their parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters to draw this animal for them
Suvorov crossing the Alps. History lessons
Recall the transition of the Russian army through the impenetrable alpine passes. The military-historical significance of this feat of Russian soldiers. His reflection in art