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Frida Kahlo, an artist known for her thick, dark eyebrows and self-portrait paintings, is undoubtedly considered one of the most iconic, and vulnerable artists in art history. What started out as a car accident in her early years, set the path for her art career in the future. Although extremely tragic, she spent her time… Continue reading Cubism, Dadaism & Surrealism: Frida Kahlo

As most periods in history, women were often denied opportunities to pursue what they wanted, whether it was getting an education or a career. Really, the only options were to marry another man or devote their life to Catholicism. Elisabetta Sirani was an exception, as she’d become a prominent artist during the Baroque period. Although… Continue reading Baroque, Dutch Golden Age: Elisabetta Sirani

Although he lived a short life, Raphael was considered one of the most important figures during the Renaissance period, alongside Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. At a young age, Raphael was already exposed to art through his father, as he was the painter for the court of Urbino. Later on in his childhood, he attended… Continue reading High Renaissance & Mannerism: Raphael