Composition II with Red, Blue and Yellow is the epitome of the neo-plasticism movement, championed by abstract artist Piet Mondrian. Mondrian became infamous for his radically simplified artworks, which combined primary colors with strong vertical and horizontal lines. In this article, Singulart examines the trajectory of Mondrian’s artistic career, the creation of the De Stijl movement, and looks in detail…
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With fashion month in full swing, Singulart has compiled a list of the 10 must-see fashion exhibitions around the world this year. Fashion and art have long been intertwined, and we can learn a lot about society and culture from the way people dress. From the prestigious exhibit surrounding the 150th anniversary of the Met, to major retrospectives of luxury…
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Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988) is known as one of the most influential American artists in the graffiti and neo-expressionist movements who reinvigorated the New York art scene of the 1980s. His story and rise to fame has been a hot topic in the art world, and his legacy lives on through numerous interpretations of his life and work. From literature to fashion…
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Every year in the Grand Palais, Art Capital Paris presents the work of over 2,000 artists across four main categories: Drawing & Watercolors, Independent Artists, Comparisons, and French Artists. For the 2020 edition, art lovers and collectors can visit the event from February 12th-16th and meet artists, discover the contemporary scene, and find an artwork they love. Singulart attended the…
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We spent a day with Jieun Park, one of Singulart’s South Korean stars, to learn how her traditional techniques result in modern expressions. From yoga to music to a warm cup of tea, delve into Jieun’s daily routine. Hello, Jieun! What’s the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? I check my emails before stretching with…
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The Potato Eaters is considered to be Vincent Van Gogh’s first significant artwork and his earliest masterpiece. It is the culmination of months of study by Van Gogh, observing working class families and their traditions, and creating hundreds of sketches until he settled on the scene depicted in The Potato Eaters. Van Gogh would later write, “I am plowing on…
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As artists plan their creative year, residencies provide the time and space to work on new projects and discover fresh ideas. Don’t know what an artist residency is? Read our guide here. Singulart has compiled a short list of current open calls for fully funded artist residencies around the world with application deadlines at the end of February or March. Discover…
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Riding with Death is one of the last paintings Jean Michel Basquiat painted before his death in 1988. This fact, coupled with its disturbing imagery suggests it represents his opinion on the state of the world. In this article, Singulart takes a closer look at Basquiat’s life, career, and the meaning behind Riding with Death. Who was Jean Michel Basquiat?…
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Won Lee is an acclaimed Canadian sculptor and painter whose work has featured in prestigious prizes, exhibitions and collections internationally. From Canada to Mexico to China, delve into his globe-trotting creative process. Hello, Won! What’s the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? I have a coffee and a cigarette, then check the mail before driving…
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Artist residencies, also known as artist-in-residence programs, are opportunities given to artists to work on projects, develop new ideas, and explore their practice in an environment other than their studio, removed from the distractions of everyday life. This allotted time and space is great for artists to produce work and focus on personal and professional growth, but it can also…
