Lately, I took a part in the exhibition in Lion, France. It was held from 13.10-19.10.2023. I was invited to the presentation of two works: The Silence and Junction. Silence is a digital painting printed and manipulated with additional brushwork on canvas. Junction is an oil painting made on canvas. The public warmly accepted both works and received a lot of compliments.

NEW ART VIBES
Sustainability and Art
9-15 September 2022
Mediana Art Gallery
Via Merulana 220, ROMA

A sensory journey that investigates the relationship between contemporary art and
food. Colors, shapes, and signs become the link between the languages of art and
taste. A shows that it wants to be a “tasting” of emotions and the discovery of
taste through pictorial images. Art and food run similar paths, characterized by
balance, harmony, passion, and commitment. If food was the protagonist of works in the past, particularly in the field of genre painting, contemporary art

Art as nourishment, experience, and education create functional change in our lives.
The great value and significance of an exhibition as a tool for reflection, awareness, and knowledge through the work of the selected artists who, with their works and
languages related to contemporary art, tackle important issues such as that
cultural innovation, sustainability, excesses, deficiencies, nutrition, our body as a
means of physical and psychological communication of our state of welfare,
justice, community, research. Reflections that revolve around questions important,
how does art nourish ourselves? What do I choose for my nourishment? Of what
do I want to feed myself?
Giulia Zanesi, Art Curator

That art exhibition was an excellent opportunity to share my works with the audience in Roma. I am grateful to the curators and organizers who invited me to take part in it. I was presented with a few works. One of them is “Saxophonist.”

Eugene K.

Artists, on the other hand, create philosophical and critical statements, autobiographies, and other types of writing that would not be considered with the visual art label, otherwise, in such a scenario, an artist will be considered as a writer.

The physical and visual forms of meaning are essential components. These characteristics help to define the environment and set it apart from more conventional methods such as sculpture and painting.

After this brief clarification we need to dig into the best 12 art books you should be reading in 2021.

Which Art Books should you be reading in 2021?

We will categorize each art book in the list to give you the best options to explore the best art books and read per your interest.

Best Art Books for Kids

The Katie Books – Katie’s books have become literary classics. Katie has been immersed in the canvases of great artists for the past 25 years, from Van Gogh, Gauguin, and Cézanne to Monet, Da Vinci, and Degas, with thrilling and visually spectacular experience! The ideal way to expose KS1 students to Classical art masters.

Why is art full of naked people? The most popular questions that children have about the world of art (such as “What is it exactly” or “Is it finished?” “Why is art so expensive?” and, in the world of modern art, “My little sister should do that, why is it art?”) are answered in an entertaining, humorous manner, with many photographs of famous works. A unique – yet extremely useful – gateway to the visual arts.

Old Masters Rock – Do you want to learn about the classic art with your kid? Old Masters Rock is a family-friendly book that discusses the history and context of masterpieces from the Renaissance, Baroque, Impressionist, and Realist eras, as well as providing kids with fun information about the artists and creative work. The reproductions of artwork are also stunning.

Picture This! The ideal gift shop purchase and a fantastic investment for a family visit to the National Gallery in London, this is a companion guide and activity book for kids visiting the Gallery. Popular works by painters such as Rubens, Degas, Rembrandt, Velázquez, and others are presented to children via beautiful recreations as well as data, puzzles, events, and did-you-knows influenced by the aforementioned painters.

123s of Art – Numbers can be learned via artistic expression! This pleasingly curated counting book featuring some of the world’s most famous paintings will spark your child’s imagination and curiosity. Your children will find works by Gustav Klimt, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Maria Sibylla Merian, and others in this collection.

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Morgan Howell at 45 RPM – Morgan Howell paints iconic 7″ singles, taking into consideration every crease, tear, and flaw to create a one-of-a-kind, completely exclusive artwork that is almost similar to the host’s published version, but blown to smithereens, supersized, to 27.6 x 27.6 inches, and 3D, with the spindle in the middle, as though the record is prepared to play. Howell’s completely unique style has earned him a cult following among art lovers and musicians alike, with artwork sponsored by the likes of Jude Law, Neil Diamond, Stone Roses Ian Brown and Edgar Wright , and major record companies choosing the author’s work for display in its offices.

Tokyo Ghoul: re illustrations: zakki by Sui Ishida, the designer of the hit manga and anime. Tokyo Ghoul: re Illustrations: zakki, has created a full-color art book showcasing his fantastic and intimidating work. Sui Ishida’s fantastic work on Tokyo Ghoul: re Illustrations: zakki, the best-selling sequels  to the hit anime and manga Tokyo Ghoul, is featured in this filled to the brim art book. Tokyo Ghouls: re Illustrations: zakki includes artwork, BTS details, and narration.

Art – Discovering Infinite Connections in Art History from The Metropolitan Museum of Art is another one on our list! An entirely new way of looking at global art history, as seen through the eyes of one of the world’s most prestigious art museums. This innovative book – arranged by conceptual keywords instead of the normal chronological or regional divisions – features over 800 artworks from The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection in New York.

You Are an Artist – it is a creative journey in which you’ll make up fictional characters, sort books, propose a purpose, create a scenery, discover your band, and transform into someone else (or at least try). Your task is to interpret these assignments through the prism of your own experience of life and create art that represents your views of the world. You don’t need to be able to draw well, spread a canvas, or blend a paint color to participate in this project.

Everything She Touched is a documentary about the extraordinary life of Ruth Asawa, an American sculptor. This is the story about a woman who, in the face of bigotry, used her creativity and hope to turn anything she touched into art. Writer Marilyn Chase brings Asawa’s character to life in this gripping autobiography.

Essential Art Therapy Exercises – Effective techniques to Manage Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD – Art therapy will help you process stressful thoughts and emotions. This vibrant workbook demonstrates how making art will help you cope with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. These cognitive exercises will help you transcend the mind sets that are pulling you back and bring you to inner peace, from drawing a representation of your favourite song to writing affirmations and taking pictures to match.

Goya – A Portrait of the Artist – Janis Tomlinson uses a wide variety of sources, including letters, court documents, and a sketchbook used by Goya early in his career, to paint a nuanced picture of a complex and multifaceted painter and printmaker whose art is associated with convincing depictions of the individuals, occurrences, and socialist revolution that shaped his life and period.

BONUS!!!

I feel that you want more of these art books. So, we are going to list additional list here that will keep you hooked.

Salvador Dali: The Impossible Collection – Salvador Dali’s work ranged from impressionism to cubism, paintings to stage design, and his quirky personality was a genre of art in and of itself. Paul Moorhouse, a curator and art historian, has compiled a new book that features 100 of his works.

Art: The Definitive Visual Guide – With a stunningly vibrant cover and a foreword by Andrew Graham-Dixon, this art book both looks beautiful and is filled with beautiful content. Showcasing over 700 works of art from the likes of Van Gogh and Picasso, this makes a great book for perusing with a cup of tea on a lazy Sunday.

100 Painters of Tomorrow – Kurt Beers featured in the book were selected by a group of some of the most prestigious figures in contemporary art today from an open call of over 4,300 applicants. One of the greatest art books of all time.

The Deftness of Da Vinci – Da Vinci was a master of almost everything, but none more so than draftsmanship. This book vividly recreates 663 of his sketches, ranging from spatial information to architectural drawings, most of which are presented in packed format so that every detail can be scrutinized.

Broad Strokes: 15 Women Who Made Art and Made History – A wonderful and intimate preamble to some of the most influential female artists in the world. Enjoy amusing stories about each artist, complete with recreations with their most well-known works and exclusive portraits by Lisa Congdon.

Rothko: The Colour Field Paintings – This exhibition of Rothko’s profound conceptual art features fifty large-scale paintings from his colorful field era (1949–1970). The iconic photographs are accompanied by essays by Rothko’s son, Christopher Rothko, and Janet Bishop, curator of painting and sculpture at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. The ideal gift for a long-time Rothko fan or someone who is just getting started with his work.

Turner’s Sketchbooks – J.M.W. Turner (1775–1851) sketchbooks, illustrations, and watercolors are among the Tate’s finest artifacts. The most of these, around 37,500 accessioned works, were given to the community after Turner’s death in 1856 as part of the Turner Bequest. The collection entries include complete bibliographies, exhibition histories, critical commentaries, and technical and conservation details on the media, objects, and condition of the individual works, written by Tate curators, conservators, and scholars, as well as external experts and visiting fellows. This book contains a plethora of new or relevant information that might spike your interest.

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The Origins of the Word

The word “art” is derived from the Latin word “ars,” which means “art, talent, or craft.” The word first appears in manuscripts from the 13th century. That being said, the term art and its many versions (artem, eart, and so on) have most likely been around since Rome’s founding. This itself is among the amazing art facts!

The Art’s Philosophy

Philosophers have discussed the concept of art for decades. ”What is art?” is the most fundamental question of aesthetics, which really means, “How should we describe what constitutes art?” This suggests two subtleties: the importance of art in society and its intrinsic existence (or lack of it). Art can be classified into three types: representation, form, and expression.

What are some mind boggling Art Facts?

Get your mind boggled with these art facts:

1. According to a report, studying and pursuing art is closely linked to improved reading and math skills.
2. Art promotes innovation, social growth, and self-worth, according to new brain research.
3. Detachable heads were used on Roman statues. One head may be removed and replaced it with a new one.
4. We may view the universe in a variety of ways. Children learn to appreciate the diversity of our world through art.
5. Art is a fantastic way to learn when having fun, and it can even be used for play.
6. The arts show us that there are many solutions to a dilemma. Look for a solution before you find one.
7. Art helps people grow their imagination and critical thinking skills.
8. Everyone is born with the ability to be imaginative. Some people simply need more practice in order to develop their imagination.
9. The first pencil was invented in England in 1565.

What are some interesting art facts about the artists?

Artists also have had some mind blowing art facts related to their lives or art. Here are some of those art facts:

1. Andy Brown, an English artist, created a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by stitching together 1000 recycled tea bags.
2. Pablo Picasso adored animals. He had a monkey, a goat, an owl, a turtle, and other dog and cat packs as pets.
3. Leonardo da Vinci was a vegetarian who was also an animal activist. He purchased caged birds and then released them.
4. Picasso could draw before he could walk. The Spanish word for pencil was the first thing he said.
5. Leonardo da Vinci spent 12 years painting the lips of the Mona Lisa! It’s just the lips! Pablo Picasso worked as a painter, sculptor, and playwright throughout his long career, and one profession that scholars overlook is that of suspected art thief. Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” was stolen from the Louvre on August 21, 1911. A chap called Joseph Géry Pieret announced to both the Paris-Journal eight days later that Picasso and his déjà poet friend Apollinaire were in possession of the painting.
6. Pieret had actually stolen the sculptures and sold them to Picasso (despite the “Property of the Louvre Museum” stamps on their bottoms). The statues were sent to the Paris-Journal by Picasso, but he and Apollinaire were both questioned in court about the whereabouts of the “Mona Lisa.” No evidence linking them to the robbery could be found, so they were released.
7. When the source is the famously odd Salvador Dalí l, this fact may not seem far-fetched, but it wasn’t something he actually said to raise an eyebrow. Salvador, Dalí’s eldest brother, was also called Dal. Unfortunately, he never met his older brother, who died of gastroenteritis nine months before Dalí was born. Dal’s parents took him to his brother’s grave when he was five years old and convinced him that he was the resurrection of his brother. He began to understand that this was true and that he was his reborn brother or sister. Dalí used pictures of the former Salvador in many of his paintings, namely “Portrait of My Dead Brother,” years later.
   There is yet another tale – though the famously enigmatic artist Salvador Dali has often avoided explaining his work, he has claimed that the inspiration for his famous melting clocks came from pieces of Camembert cheese melting in the sun—though he may have been kidding.
8. Leonardo da Vinci is without a doubt one of history’s most prominent artists. Paradoxically, one of the characteristics that rendered him so brilliant was his proclivity for being easily distracted. While becoming the embodiment of a “Renaissance man,” Leonardo had a habit of abandoning unfinished projects. The dozens of documents and drawings he left behind during projects after his death in 1519 are proof of this.
9. Vincent van Gogh, now generally regarded as one of the greatest painters in history, did not have the popularity he deserved as a Post-Impressionist. Before committing suicide in 1890, Van Gogh sold only one painting, “The Red Vineyard at Arles.” The painting was sold to fellow painter Anna Boch in early 1890, according to authenticated documents.
10. When it comes to advancing one’s career, the old adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” holds true. In the case of Spanish painter Francisco Goya, it seems that a mixture of both factors played a role in his acceptance to a prestigious art academy. Goya applied for admission to the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando in Madrid in 1763 and 1766. Both times, he was turned down. In 1770, Goya moved to Italy to perfect his technique after these failed attempts. He befriended and studied with artist Francisco Bayeu, who happened to be a member of the Royal Academy, after returning to Madrid in 1771. Josefa, Bayeu’s niece, was married to Goya in 1773. In 1780, Goya was eventually admitted to the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando, thanks to these beneficial relations and his growing artistic success. Five years later, he was promoted to deputy director of painting at the academy, and in 1786, he was appointed painter to King Charles III.

Some other awesome art facts…

Want some more art facts? Here you go:

1. If you’re good at painting, chances are you’re also good at math or other technical disciplines. Researchers discovered that studying art correlates strongly with higher math and reading achievement. So, apparently, it is evident that art learning will assist you with perplexing algebraic questions too!
2. Art fundamentals can assist you in photoshop, choosing appropriate colours for your powerpoint slide, and even decorating your home. Indeed, art education aids in the preparation of all types of visual activities later in life.
3. It took a year for German Art student Benjamin Harff to rewrite the Silmarillion in elfish style.
4. Benjamin Harff, a German art student, spent a year rewriting the Silmarillion in an elfish style. Benjamin is a German art student who decided to present this as part of his Academy of Arts exam assignment. He wasn’t doing the calligraphy himself, but rather illuminating the text he’d printed and binding the papers himself. For those who were disappointed after the first ten, he probably knows by his heart.
5. Jesus’ feet were originally used in Da Vinci’s other most famous work, which can be seen in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, Italy. Builders cut into the bottom-center of the mural in 1652 when building a doorway in the refectory where the painting is on display, lopping off Jesus’ feet.
6. Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel’s fresco ceiling entirely standing up, including the most famous wall, “The Creation of Adam,” which portrays God giving life to the first man. The artist devised a series of scaffolds that he and his assistants attached to the chapel walls with brackets so that they could work close enough to the ceiling to reach over their heads.
7. When Picasso’s abstract portrayal of five Barcelona prostitutes debuted at the artist’s studio in 1907, it was considered unethical. Before committing his vision to canvas, Picasso made over 100 preliminary sketches and tests, and the figure at the far left had previously been a man.
8. Auguste Rodin’s popular sculpture The Thinker, which now has hundreds of casts around the world, had a much smaller beginning. In 1880, Rodin produced a 70cm version as the centrepiece of a larger sculptural work called “The Gates of Hell.” The piece—originally titled The Poet—was conceived as a reflection of Dante himself, and was inspired by Dante’s Inferno. In 1888, the renamed sculpture was seen on its own, and in 1904, it was expanded to the size we see today.
9. The topic of Johannes Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring has been hotly debated, much like the Mona Lisa, but Vermeer didn’t have to look far for the most likely candidate. His daughter Maria is thought to have served as the model for his drawing.

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Visual Arts is on the Continuum of Constant Evolving

The use of digital illustration to create graphics is known as digital illustration. Software and applications like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as gadgets like a mouse, a drawing tablet, or a stylus pen, are examples of these tools.

Bitmapped (also known as “raster”) and vector applications are the two primary forms of digital illustration software. Bitmap applications, such as Adobe Photoshop, are generally referred to as “painting” programmes, while vector applications, such as Adobe Illustrator, are referred to as “drawing” programmes. These words refer to the visual differences between the images produced by each type of software.

The content is digitally stored as resolution-independent mathematical formulae representing lines (open paths), shapes (closed paths), and color fills, strokes, or gradients with vector-based software. Using the pointing interface to click and drag, vector paths are made up of anchor points and path segments.

Many vector graphics can be downloaded for free from online libraries and then modified and integrated into larger projects. Drawing tools are ideal for dealing with complex structures like maps and typography because they produce detailed lines, shapes, and patterns with well-defined edges. Either raster or vector graphics can be used in the same digital illustration. A vector image file can include imported bitmap images, and a bitmap image file may be saved in a format that embeds a layer of vector information.

The Digital Illustration Technique

Design artists also use the technique of photo-bashing. In order to composite a final art piece, the artist must merge and combine images and/or 3d assets while painting. This technique is very similar to video editing compositing method. Design artists often use this strategy to help them improve their output while maintaining a higher level of accuracy.

What are the suggested iPad cases used for digital illustrations?

• Fast switching: from typing to sketching
• Multiple display Angles: are available, ranging from landscape to portrait and varying angles.
• Secure Grip: so you can draw anywhere with complete confidence.
• Compatibility with Apple’s Smart Keyboard
• Durability: Is it tough and, ideally, light?
• Aesthetics: to match your personal style or brand
• Longevity: your choice can be comprehensively used when updated.
• Warranty: as the name suggests is for your peace of mind

The Advantages of Digital Illustrations

There are far too many benefits of digital illustration to mention here. When you look into it, it’s easy to see why, at least in a technical capacity, digital illustration has surpassed conventional methods of making artwork. What used to take hours of paint can now be accomplished in seconds with apps.

There’s no need to wait for a surface to dry or work around mistakes because digital illustrators can work rapidly and effortlessly, switching back and forth from variants to ensure that no mistakes are made.

The amount of work generated by illustrators increases as they work faster, and digital images can be submitted to marketers and publications in seconds after the illustration is finished. Another benefit of digital illustration is the ability to switch between types easily.

At the touch of a button, illustrators may make pencil sketches, watercolors, acrylic paintings, charcoal drawings, or bold abstract vector art. Having full control over brush strokes and types allows you to try out different styles and mix techniques in ways you may not have thought of before.

When working with conventional media, having full control over the customization of brush strokes and types allows users to play with different designs and mix techniques in ways they may not have thought of before.

Illustrators have access to vector illustration, which opens up a world of styles that would not be possible to produce using conventional media. In addition to digital illustration that mimics traditional techniques and is produced in raster image software, illustrators also have access to digital illustration that mimics traditional techniques and is created in raster image software. Artists may use vector illustration to produce pictures with flawless colors and perfect lines, resulting in stunning images with no room for error.

Catchy Digital Illustration Trends (2021)

Exaggerated Hyperbole

Visual hyperbole is a common technique used by illustrators in their work. Broken proportions and unrealistic body parts now seem to be a common feature in digital art.

Geometric Motifs

Geometry maintains its prominence in illustration patterns, with geometric motifs appearing in a wide range of styles and approaches. Geometric forms of all kinds, with their origins in academic painting, bring abstract vibes to digital artworks, solidify compositions, and add visual harmony.

Curves and Lines

Line art and narrow curvy lines are also common because they add a dash of decorativeness, set a mood, and enhance the picture. This method is used to apply detailization to photographs based on color spots and shapes, as well as outline diagrams.

Palettes are limited

With hundreds of colors and shades at their disposal, more and more designers are opting for minimal or even monochrome palettes to test their skills. As a result, the world of digital art is displaying a pattern of drawings that use less colors and play with bright information to convey more emotion.

A Large Influx of 3D Art

This year has seen a continued rise in interest in 3D art, which has already established itself as a strong path in digital illustration. 3D illustrations are becoming increasingly diverse in terms of designs, stories, characters, and settings.[/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]