From the Renaissance’s classical naked statues to modern art’s abstract exploration of sexuality, there is no doubt that the representation of love and provocative art has spanned the test of time, So, as the day of love approaches, SINGULART has created a ‘nude’ Instagram filter using iconic paintings that you can use to send to your loved ones this Valentine’s Day.
Using renowned artworks like ‘The Birth of Venus’ by Sandro Botticelli and ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo, you can add your face to the Send Nudes Instagram filter and share the masterpiece with your significant other for a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Day present.
As well as explaining how to use the Send Nudes filter, we also investigate the history of art as a gift and share some creative and arty ideas to try this Valentine’s Day.
How to Use the Send Nudes Filter
Step 1: Open @SINGULARTOfficial on Instagram
Search on your Instagram for the SINGULART account. This is where you’ll find all our posts and updates, as well as the Send Nudes filter, ready to use.
Step 2: Access the Send Nudes Filter
Click on the ‘Effects and Filters’ tab at the top of the feed – it looks a little bit like the glitter emoji.
Click the choice of filter you want to use – we have both ‘The Birth of Venus’ and ‘The Creation of Adam’. Then, you should click a ‘Try It’ button with a camera on in the bottom left.
Step 3: Add your face and share your photo!
Once you’ve clicked the ‘Try It’ button, you should be able to use the filter. Just pop your face in and take your photo with any pose you want.
Then it’s ready to share with your signfigant other, either via DMs on Instagram, or by downloading to send it to them directly. You can even share it directly to your story if you’re feeling bold!
Remember to tag @SINGULARTOfficial on Instagram so we can see your creation.
The History Of Art As A Romantic Gesture
When it comes to love and art in history, many of our favorite art pieces originated as a gift or commemoration. We can see art being gifted as a gesture of love as far back as the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Memorializing the relationships and figures, you can see these tributes in ancient tomb drawings or classical statues.
In the Renaissance period, art became more than just a decorative feature and transformed into a token of wealth. This is why we see a lot more art pieces being exchanged. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Titian were commissioned to create masterpieces, exchanged by noble families and monarchs to show their status.
We see this similarly in the 18th and 19th centuries when portraits and self-portraits became far more common as a gift to capture the likeness of loved ones and preserve memories for a lifetime.
Whilst in our current modern era it’s not so common to have a self-portrait commissioned, we can still see these values from history prominent today. Using mixed media, abstract, and digital art, it’s far more accessible to share and exchange art pieces as a gift. Anyone can take a photo or make a piece of art for a loved one, which makes it an attractive gift on special occasions like Valentine’s Day.
Creative Art Date Ideas For Valentine’s Day
Whilst our SINGULART Send Nudes filter is a great and accessible way to show love to your significant other, this is not the only artistic thing you can do this Valentine’s Day. Looking for something unique to treat them with? Here’s our guide to the best artistic activities that are both creative and thoughtful.
- Create Your Own Valentine’s Day Card or Gift
There may be no better gift than a handmade one, so if you want to get imaginative ahead of the day of love you can create your own Valentine’s Day card or gift for them. Whether your skills are in painting, crafts, or digital design, there are many ways you can make something that’s sentimental.
Paint the front of the card with a design they’ll love or put together a book of photographs you’ve taken together. Get inventive with your customization.
- Life Drawing
There’s been a huge increase in interest for life drawing classes. These are a great opportunity for you and your partner to work together on pieces of art that you can take home and cherish together. If they’re passionate about drawing, this could be a perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day.
Don’t want to splash out on a life drawing class? Get creative and go to your favorite café or park and sketch passersby together for something simpler.
The Birth of Venus Supreme Carlos Pun, Peru, 2018
- Explore an Art Gallery
Of course, going to an art museum may be quite obvious for an artsy date, but it will never get old. Take them to their favorite exhibition or explore a gallery you’ve never been to before. No matter which art museum you go to, you’re likely to find something new to experience together.
Local art galleries always have new art pieces to see, whilst big national galleries will have changing exhibitions to discover. Who knows what you’ll come across?
- Join a Painting Class
Just like life drawing, a painting class or ‘paint and sip party’ will help you find your artistic flow with a bit of fun while painting alongside some drinks. Whether you want to paint a masterpiece or enjoy a little bit of quality time together, consider your local art shops for a memorable date.
Alternatively, if there are no options for this around you, you can even do a virtual class or make it happen yourself with a setup at home. You could get teachers and artists up on social media like the nostalgic YouTube videos of Bob Ross to watch and follow along with.
- Upcycling Thrifted Art
What better way than to take inspiration from others? If you’re looking for a unique date experience, explore thrift stores to find art that you can redesign and give new life to. Add a unique new perspective to a painting or experiment with daring colors to create relics that you can appreciate for years to come. Even better if you work on one upcycled art piece together.
Fair Usage Statement
Both this blog post and the SINGULART Send Nudes Instagram filter include images of “The Birth of Venus” by Sandro Botticelli and “The Creation of Adam” by Michelangelo, both of which are in the public domain.
“The Birth of Venus” by Sandro Botticelli is in the public domain because the artist passed away in 1510, over 400 years ago. This work is no longer under copyright protection and is freely available for public use.
“The Creation of Adam” by Michelangelo is also in the public domain due to the artist’s passing in 1564, exceeding the threshold of over 400 years since creation. This work is in the public domain in the United States due to its age and the expiration of copyright terms.
These images are used in accordance with fair use guidelines and principles. They are utilized for commentary, criticism, and educational discussion and for enhancing the exploration of art history and cultural significance.
As both artworks are in the public domain, they are free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights.
