Contrast of Forms represents Léger’s experimentation with the boundaries of abstraction and representation, a problem that preoccupied him throughout his career. Through a juxtaposition of tumbling geometrical shapes, thick lines, primary colors and raw canvas he pushed the boundaries of Cubism into abstraction, in order to best depict modern life. In this article Singulart takes a closer look at Léger’s…
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While we may mostly associate aviation with airport queues, preserved warplanes in museums and model collectibles, the theme has found its way into art in many ways throughout various periods. Art, of course, has long explored human struggles and triumphs, including significant technological developments such as the emergence of air travel. So how has art responded to aviation? In this article,…
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Kenyan artist WiseTwo has pioneered the street, mural and graffiti art scene in East and Central Africa. His monumental murals have added extra vibrancy to public spaces all over the world, in fact, including in Kenya, Colombia and Australia. We stole five minutes with the in-demand creative to get a glimpse into his processes and perspectives. What do you enjoy…
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Are you also fascinated by the world of luxury art? Have you ever wondered how certain paintings are designated fine art and given million dollar price tags? In this article, Singulart breaks down the five most expensive paintings of all time. While you might think a work like the Mona Lisa would certainly top the list, pieces like Leonardo’s famous…
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The Renaissance masterpiece The Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci is arguably the most famous painting in the world. With her iconic smile catching viewers’ attention, she has lived in the castles of French kings, from Francis I and Louis XIV to Napoleon and today she remains a huge part of France’s cultural heritage despite her Italian provenance. In this…
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To coincide with Singulart’s brand new presence in the South Korean market, discover the capital city’s best artistic offerings. Innovation abounds in the modern metropolis, and it has long been home to architectural feats and design breakthroughs. From contemplating modern masters in major museums to strolling streets decorated with murals, discover a fascinating side of Seoul. Seoul Museum of Art…
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A Cotton Office in New Orleans is a seminal piece by impressionist artist Edgar Degas. On a trip to New Orleans in 1872, Degas was inspired to produce the piece after visiting the cotton office of his brother. The artwork, which mixes portraiture and genre art, is one of the most important portrayals of 18th century capitalism, and was the…
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Hailed as the first modern painting, Manet’s The Luncheon on the Grass was as scandalous as it was revolutionary. Portraying an ordinary scene of everyday life on a scale previously reserved for great historical or mythological compositions, Manet rejected the conventions of classical painting to forge a path toward Modernism. In this article, Singulart dissects the scandal behind Manet’s masterpiece…
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So far in this series, we’ve brought you breakdowns on the top addresses in art-savvy cities: the sleek balance of ancient and contemporary in Tokyo, the Dutch masters in Amsterdam, the prestige in Paris and the timeless Americana in La La Land. Lisbon, however, isn’t typically a city known for its art, but within and beyond those quintessential yellow trams,…
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We’re thrilled to be presenting an interview conducted with Singulart artist Annco Miura at the recent ‘Japan in Paris’ exhibition she was featured in. It was held at Galerie Métanoïa by The Far East Arts Association from June 28th-July 3rd. We stopped by to hear about the Japanese artist’s creative beginnings, her move to Paris and how she uses art…
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Although the term ‘art history’ hardly evokes the image of masked bandits breaking into a museum, art theft has always played an important role in the art world. Art is stolen for many reasons. Sometimes for wealth, sometimes for power, sometimes for love and nostalgia. Whatever the reason, when a piece of art is stolen, the act of theft often…
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Today we’re traveling all the way to sunny Sydney to chat with Jing Li, Senior Urban Designer at Conybeare Morrison International. If you’ve been following our blog for a while, you might have read our wrap-up of this year’s Vivid Sydney festival, which included a stunning, snowy installation created by none other than Li. From bringing some snow to Sydney…
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In Mexico’s National Sound Library, researchers may have discovered the world’s first voice recording of celebrated artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954). If the recording is indeed authentic, it will be a major historical discovery. “We have been waiting for this for a long time,” said Pável Granados, Director of the Fonoteca Nacional de Mexico last Wednesday. And so, of course, has…
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Part historical retrospective, park art exhibition, part conference, Computer Grrls takes over La Gaîté Lyrique to put women in tech back in the spotlight. The four month-long exhibit, which concludes July 14, highlights the history of women in tech and offers special events to open up the digital world to more women. The exhibit centers around the work of twenty-three…
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Scream until your voice cracks. Dance until the point of exhaustion. Be present until you can’t stand it anymore. These are the principles of performance artist Marina Abramović: to seek out strange, new experiences and engage them with every sense. Her art is radical, ruthless, and uncomfortable. Again and again she casts herself into extreme situations – scratching herself with…
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Mention the term ‘Artificial Intelligence’ (AI) and you’re bound to inspire a few familiar responses: the inquisitive raise of an eyebrow, light-hearted references to sci-fi films, perhaps a robot joke or two. Introduce the idea of AI in the context of art and reactions will likely turn more extreme. Are machines set to replace artists? How could AI match up…
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In einem Radioarchiv in Mexiko haben Forscher vermutlich die weltweit erste Tonbandaufnahme der Künstlerin Frida Kahlo (1907 – 1954) gefunden. Sollte sie echt sein, wäre es eine historische Entdeckung. „Darauf haben wir lange gewartet“, sagte der Direktor der Fonoteca Nacional de Mexico, Pável Granados, vergangenen Mittwoch. Die Stimme der berühmten Künstlerin sei stets ein großes Rätsel gewesen. Der Radiobeitrag könnte…
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Blockchain, Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency… within a short space of time, these terms have risen to the forefront of discussions about the future of technology in business, finance, government and life. Their emergence has been met with wide-ranging reactions, from alarmist objections to fervent excitement. So what does this new digital technology mean for the art world? After some initial hype, the…
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It’s Pride Month y’all! To celebrate, Singulart brings you a visual charcuterie board of talented queer artists here to shake up perspectives and interrogate the way we see the world. At Singulart, we understand the role that art can play in supporting social movements. We’re passionate about uplifting the voices, stories and artwork of diverse artists from around the globe.…
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Architecture has long been a male dominated field – and still is today. At the beginning of 2018, female architects and urban planners in Germany made up just 34 percent of the field. The Pritzker Prize, which has been awarded to the world’s best architects since 1979, has been given to 41 men and only three women. Nonetheless, over the…
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“When we reflect on the question of cultural heritage objects, we must understand that it’s not simply objects that were taken, but reserves of energy, creative resources, reservoirs of potentials…and this loss is incommensurable”. -The Restitution of African Cultural Heritage On a mild day in November of 2017, the newly-elected French president Emmanuel Macron strode into the main amphitheater of…
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Botticelli’s seminal painting The Birth of Venus is considered one of the world’s most stunning works of art. The painting also has a rich history tied to the Renaissance and the vectors of political power that governed Italy during this time period. In this article, Singulart breaks down Botticelli’s painting from all angles. We take a close look at the…
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Johannes Vermeer’s enigmatic, mysterious Girl With a Pearl Earring has captivated viewers since its creation in 1655. Known as the “Mona Lisa of the North”, the enigmatic subject of the painting has been debated for hundreds of years. Who was the girl with a pearl earring and what makes this painting so extraordinary? The Life of Johannes Vermeer Johannes Vermeer…
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The Annunciation is one of the earliest works attributed to Leonardo Da Vinci and exemplifies many of the characteristics of his developing style. In this article, Singulart takes a closer look at this early work and at the stellar career which gave Leonardo Da Vinci the reputation of the definitive Renaissance Man. Who was Leonardo Da Vinci? Leonardo da Vinci…
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Lady with an Ermine is one of four portraits of women painted by Leonardo Da Vinci during his career and demonstrates his expertise in capturing the details of the human form. In this article, Singulart investigates Da Vinci’s life as well as that of the painting’s subject. Who was Leonardo Da Vinci? Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was an Italian polymath…
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One of the greatest masterpieces of the Renaissance by one of its greatest masters, Leonardo Da Vinci’s The Last Supper is a complex depiction of this iconic biblical subject. In this article, Singulart investigates the life and achievements of Leonardo Da Vinci and examines the complexities of this masterpiece. Who was Leonardo Da Vinci? Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was an…
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Leonardo da Vinci’s The Adoration of the Magi, despite its unfinished state, remains a complex and rich depiction of humanity within its biblical subject matter. In this article, Singulart examines the life and career of one of the world’s most famous artists and deciphers the meanings held within this unfinished masterpiece. The Adoration of the Magi and Da Vinci‘s Early…
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Mark Rothko is one of the seminal figures of the abstract art movement, renowned for his ‘multiforms’: two or three bright blocks of color, separated by soft edges that blend into the color of the background. Singulart will be looking at the history of Rothko’s multiforms, and in particular at how he created Orange and Yellow, a seminal artwork from…
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Paul Cézanne is one of the most celebrated Post-Impressionist artists, regarded as one of the founders of modern art. His work inspired artists such as Picasso and Matisse, who said that Cézanne was “the father to us all”. His Bathers series is considered home to some of his most striking work, and in this article Singulart will analyze what many…
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Claude Monet was a founder of impressionist painting; in fact, the very term ‘Impressionism’ is derived from the title of this painting, Impression, Sunrise. Although his rapid brushstroke technique was considered shocking for the time, it has established Monet as one of the greatest impressionist painters and a master of capturing a fleeting moment in time. In this article, Singulart…
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Jasper Johns’ renowned lithograph False Start bridges the gap between Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art and represents the development of his practice to encompass verbal as well as visual symbols. Overcoming the limitations of the symbols upon which Johns relied at the start of his career, False Start marks the transition into new territory, taking influences from Marcel Duchamp and…
