The Power of Photography in the Struggle for Civil Rights

Tuesday December 5th, 2023 , Artists and Works

Have you ever wondered about the power of photography and how much photography can influence the perception and struggle for civil rights?
In 2013,
the Black Lives Matter movement emerged powerfully, embodied by the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter. This wave of activism, rooted in the African American community in the United States, was a direct response to numerous incidents of police violence, such as the death of Trayvon Martin.

Photography has been a crucial medium in the documentation and dissemination of these historical moments.

The Lens on Justice: Black Lives Matter and the Power of Photography in the Struggle for Civil Rights

The Works of Alphonse Mucha You Need to Know

Monday December 4th, 2023 , Artists and Works

Have you ever wondered who is the artist behind those extraordinary posters and illustrations you have seen so many times?
In this post, I take you on a journey to discover the works of Alphonse Mucha, an artist who is perhaps lesser known in the broad panorama of art history, but absolutely noteworthy. Mucha was a leading figure of his time, whose art had an enormous influence throughout Europe.

The Works of Alphonse Mucha You Need to Know

What is metaphysical painting and who are the main artists

Sunday December 3rd, 2023 , Schools & Periods

Have you ever wondered which artistic movement represented one of the most revolutionary turning points in 20th century Italian culture? With this post, I want to take you on a discovery of metaphysical painting, from its origins to the works of Giorgio De Chirico and the other painters belonging to the school of Ferrara.

What is metaphysical painting and who are the main artists

The charm of Liberty style in Italy between history and elegance

Friday December 1st, 2023 , Schools & Periods

Have you ever thought about the appeal of the Liberty style in Italy and how it shaped the Italian architectural aesthetic of the early 20th century? With this post, I invite you to immerse yourself in a fascinating journey that takes us back to an elegant and lively era.
The Art Nouveau style, a well-known evolution of French Art Nouveau, is an artistic movement that took root in Italy, reflecting the desire for freedom and advocating a return to the beauty of nature in an era dominated by industrialisation.

The charm of Liberty style in Italy between history and elegance

Christmas presents: gift ideas for art lovers

Friday December 1st, 2023 , More than art

CHRISTMAS PRESENTS: GIFT IDEAS FOR ART LOVERS

Christmas is coming, and, as usual, I’m wondering: “What gifts will I make?”. It is getting more and more difficult to find the perfect Christmas gift and to try not to be ordinary, but maybe this year there will be something new to put under my Christmas tree.
Where can you find these original presents?

Here are my suggestions for 5 original gift ideas for art lovers.