Art History

Here are all of the articles about art history.

  • about aztec art history

    About Aztec Art History

    Aztecs reveled in their art and much of its influence is still seen today. They creatively used many materials to create a host of different types of art, but not everyone was privy to these special creations.
  • what kind of art did picasso do?

    What Kind of Art Did Picasso Do?

    People who have never even seen Picasso's work have definitely seen art influenced by this notable and pioneering man. Born in Spain in 1881, his full name was Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz y Picasso---you can call him Picasso.
  • about picasso's african art

    About Picasso's African Art

    Of Pablo Picasso's complete collection of artwork, his African art is particularly important because it marks the advent of the cubist themes that dominated his work throughout his career. Although Picasso's African phase is technically confined by art historians to just a few years, his work during this time, along with that of his contemporaries, served to catalyze the entire cubist movement that epitomizes modern art as a whole.
  • about art historian careers

    About Art Historian Careers

    Art historians do not just work in museums. While many art historians do purse careers traditionally associated with art history majors, many art historians work in varied settings, such as businesses and nonprofit institutions.
  • who henri matisse?

    Who Was Henri Matisse?

    Few individuals had as large and enduring an impact on the art world in the 1900s as multi-talented visual artist Henri Matisse (1869-1954). Despite discovering his artistic skill at a relatively late age, the Frenchman went on to master several disciplines besides painting, including sculpting and paper cutouts.
  • history of japanese prints

    History of Japanese Prints

    Japanese prints are time-honored artistic symbols and can be found today on a variety of decorative products from calendars to posters. Yet these woodblock paintings also have a rich history influenced by Japanese culture over the course of three centuries.
  • american art history

    American Art History

    As America has grown, different artists have told the story of the nation's people and countryside. Just as political movements, different art movements have come and gone. After a movement in portrait painting, landscapes became a prominent subject.
  • art history kids

    Art History for Kids

    For centuries, making art and learning art history have long been considered part of a rounded education for children. However, it may be hard for parents or educators to know the best approach to teaching kids about art history without making it dry or boring.
  • about picasso art institute

    About the Picasso Art Institute

    Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga, Spain. He attended the School of Fine Arts and then opened his first studio. He spent many years as a young adult in Barcelona, sharing studios with different artist friends.
  • best art history colleges

    Best Art History Colleges

    Some of the top colleges in the country also have the beat Art History programs. Graduates can go on to a wide variety of jobs, such as working in museums, art galleries, historical societies, publishing firms, libraries and teaching.
  • about georgia o'keeffe

    About Georgia O'Keeffe

    Georgia O'Keeffe enjoys a prominent place among American artists for her role in the development of a unique American style. Today, O'Keeffe's work still manages to inspire many artists in all areas of the world.