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Why I Hate Art Theory
An honest, yet humorous analysis of the nearly inaccessible language of theory from my personal experience.
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Artists Who Vandalized Art to Create a New Work of Art
Can vandalism as artistic expression be accepted as a valid form of art?
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The Vandalism of Art in the Name of Justice
Art has a powerful way of eliciting emotions through visual representation. Sometimes, the emotion is anger, and in the worst case scenarios, art becomes the victim of protest, resulting in vandalism.
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When Frida Kahlo Set Her Eyes on Josephine Baker
Painter Frida Kahlo and entertainer extraordinaire Josephine Baker were both powerful and inspiring in many ways. While both were married to men, they frequently had affairs with women.
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The Humor of M. Louise Stanley's Paintings "The Functional Family"
Combining the time period of 17th Century Spain with modern amenities, Stanley's humorous paintings depict three versions of ideal family life - the Kids' Version, Dad's Version and Mom's Version.
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Asking an Artist for a Discount
There is a LOT that goes into making art, so before you ask an artist for a discount, consider what they are actually giving up. If you are genuinely low on cash, there might be some better ways to go about it.
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We're all moved by music. But does art move you too?
While both can elicit emotions and stimulate our senses, people tend to relate more to music than art. People seem to be intimidated by art, while music evokes comfort. Find tips on how to enjoy art.
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So Your Parents Doubt Your Career Choice
What should you do when your parents don't support your career choice? Try seeing things from their perspective, educate them, show them your perspective and if all else fails, prove them wrong.
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Creating an Artist Website That's Professional
There are a lot of ways to distract your viewer from actually looking at your art. Don't let this happen to you. When designing your artist website, keep in mind the gallery owner, the art juror, etc.
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Dating Someone Who's "Not Into Art," Unless it's Your Art
While it may be endearing that your new date adores you, if they're not into your passion, they're probably not right for you.
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Promoting Your Art like You Don't Have a Life
Any career that's entrepreneurial is challenging, and requires excessive promotion. Social media is a great way to get the word out, but how do you deal with insecurities and shyness?