Art curators deal with the organizational aspects of an art exhibition. They are responsible for defining the content of the event, choosing the works to be exhibited and the location. But that’s not all. Those who choose to undertake this profession must know that the commitments do not end in the logistical sphere. In fact, it is important not only…
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We have evolved from the need to draw and paint in order to capture a moment in time. The ease at which we can take photos compared to when cameras were first introduced has seen us instinctively delve into our pockets to grab our phones when a worthwhile snapshot is presented to us. Whether it is a snowy landscape, a…
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As an online art gallery Singulart has a strong digital presence and sometimes the human team at the heart of the company can be overshadowed. We want to shine a spotlight on the individuals that shape the company in our new series ‘Meet the Singulart Family’. As a French start-up that champions diversity among our core values we invite you…
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Talented Mexican artist Jaime Ruíz is the 2015 recipient of the Ministry of Culture’s Young Creators Grant. Using mostly warm, earthy colors and zoomorphic themes, his works simultaneously comment on and break down the many borders that exist in our world: between continents, countries, social classes and beyond. What’s the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning?…
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Expressionism is a revered movement in art history largely thanks to the enigmatic characters that emerged from the scene at the start of the 20th century. As the name suggests, expressionist paintings are very personal and subjective accounts of what the artist perceives around them. The introspective dive into one’s surroundings has left us with artworks that are both mind-bending…
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Who are the art curators? Is that a profession or a hobby? When do they work? How do they work and who do they work with? Although key figures within the art world, there are endless questions about art curators for most of those who are not familiar with the ins and outs of it. At Singulart, as you know,…
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Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus exemplifies his use of lighting and realism to help depict religious scenes with an array of human emotion at the forefront. Painted at the height of his fame, it is characteristic of his unique style. In this article, Singulart discusses the life of this Baroque pioneer and his masterpiece Supper at Emmaus. Who was Caravaggio? Michelangelo…
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Michelangelo’s David is not only a symbol of the artist’s incredible talent as a sculptor, but also the city of Florence and its artistic prowess during the Renaissance. In this article, Singulart discusses Michelangelo’s masterpiece and his importance to the Italian High Renaissance. Who was Michelangelo? Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni (1475 – 1564) was an Italian sculptor, painter and…
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Marcel Duchamp’s LHOOQ exemplifies his use of readymades to undermine preconceptions surrounding art. Within this piece, Duchamp defaces a reproduction of one of the world’s most famous paintings, the Mona Lisa. Singulart takes a closer look at LHOOQ and the life of Marcel Duchamp. Who was Marcel Duchamp? Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968) was born in Blainville, Normandy in a family where all…
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The Musicians exemplifies Caravaggio’s pioneering form of realism and his intense use of chiaroscuro, which proved to be hugely influential to the development of Baroque painting. In this article, Singulart takes a closer look at Caravaggio’s life and at The Musicians. Who was Caravaggio? Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571-1610) was an Italian painter and pioneer of Baroque painting. He was…
