French artist Maurice de Vlaminck (1876-1958) was one of the main figures of the Fauve movement. The Fauvists included Andre Derain and Henri Matisse amongst their members. The Fauvists (‘wild beasts’) were known for their use of intense colour which at the time, was quite innovative (1904 – 1908). Vlaminck was a very interesting artistContinue reading “Happy Birthday Maurice de Vlaminck!!”
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Happy 10th Birthday Tate Modern!
The month of May is nearly over and I cannot let it pass without wishing Tate Modern a Happy 10th Birthday. I have been to the Tate Modern many times and seen quite a few exhibitions. The Tate Modern galleries are built in the space of Bankside Power station which closed in 1981 and the buildingContinue reading “Happy 10th Birthday Tate Modern!”
Art for Arts sake?
Unbelievable that 6 important pieces of art have been stolen from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris! How fine is the security of these buildings? Considering the priceless works of art they house – sadly not good enough it seems to keep greedy thieves out. The crime is estimated to have taken place at 6.50 am Thursday. The singleContinue reading “Art for Arts sake?”
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