The article explores Rockwell Kent's artistic journey in Greenland, highlighting his dedication to capturing its breathtaking landscapes and the challenges of portraying such natural beauty, including his creation of a copy of his original Greenland painting while back in America.
Warhammer is launching two challenges in 2026: the Million Miniatures Challenge, aiming for one million painted miniatures by May 9th, and Call to Arms, encouraging new players to join by introducing friends and family, with rewards and celebrations planned to grow and engage the community.
A modestly priced painting bought for £150 at a house clearance sale in Cambridge has been authenticated as a genuine Salvador Dalí artwork, valued at £20,000 to £30,000. The piece, Vecchio Sultano, is part of Dalí's unfinished Middle Eastern folktale illustrations, which were largely unpublished and stored in a London garage. The discovery highlights the potential value hidden in overlooked art pieces and the importance of expert authentication.
Ed Sheeran, primarily known as a singer-songwriter, has expanded into painting, creating celestial-inspired artworks in a disused London car park. These paintings will be exhibited at the Heni Gallery in Soho until August, with proceeds supporting his foundation for music education. The exhibition, called Cosmic Carpark Paintings, was encouraged by artists Damien Hirst and Joe Hage.
Frank Auerbach, a renowned artist known for his expressive paintings and drawings, has spent decades working in his Camden studio, capturing the essence of his surroundings and personal connections. His works, including self-portraits and depictions of friends, are celebrated for their emotional depth and unique style. Auerbach's dedication to his craft is evident in his lifelong commitment to painting, as highlighted in a recent exhibition showcasing his self-portraits.
Frank Auerbach, a renowned British artist known for his expressive and textured paintings, has passed away at the age of 93. Auerbach was celebrated for his unique style and significant contributions to the art world, leaving behind a lasting legacy.
Ace-Liam Ankrah, a toddler from Ghana, has set the Guinness World Record as the youngest male artist at 1 year and 152 days old. His mother, Chantelle Kukua Eghan, an artist herself, discovered his talent when he began playing with her acrylic paints. Ace-Liam's first exhibition in Accra saw nine out of ten of his paintings sold, leading to his record confirmation. His mother hopes his achievement will inspire other parents to nurture their children's talents.
A portrait of Winston Churchill by artist Graham Sutherland, whose work the British leader despised, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s in London on June 6. The surviving oil-on-canvas study, expected to fetch between 500,000 pounds and 800,000 pounds, was created as a preparation for a larger portrait that Churchill loathed and later destroyed. The painting is currently on public display at Churchill’s birthplace, Blenheim Palace, and offers a glimpse into the backstory of its creation and the controversy surrounding it.
A technician at the Pinakothek der Moderne in Munich, who also worked as a freelance artist, secretly hung up one of his own paintings in the museum in hopes of gaining artistic recognition, but was caught and subsequently fired. The man now faces investigation for property damage after drilling holes into the wall to display his artwork. This incident echoes a similar case in Germany where another artist successfully smuggled her painting into an exhibition and received praise for it.
A long-lost painting by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt, confiscated by the Nazis and believed to be lost for nearly 100 years, has been found in the possession of a private collector and will be auctioned as part of an agreement to return art stolen by the Nazis. The unfinished portrait, titled "Bildnis Fraeulein Lieser" (Portrait of Miss Lieser), is one of Klimt's last works and depicts a woman from a wealthy Jewish family in Vienna. The painting, which will be auctioned on April 24, is expected to fetch a high price due to its rarity and historical significance.
This article provides a step-by-step tutorial on how to paint a snowy scene in watercolour. The artist suggests using a limited palette and choosing a subject with good tonal contrast. The tutorial covers drawing, masking, mixing colors, applying wet-into-wet washes, developing foliage, removing masking fluid, painting tree trunks and branches, adding details, and creating falling snow. The artist emphasizes the importance of correct tonal values and avoiding excessive detail.
Amazon is offering Cyber Monday deals on painting supplies for miniatures, making it a great time to start or encourage someone to start painting. Deals include a 10-piece brush set for $12.74, a wet palette for $12, a starter paint set from The Army Painter, and a Dungeons & Dragons licensed starter set from WizKids. Check out the guide to painting miniatures for techniques and tips.
A retired dog walker who was gifted a painting by artist Chuck Close, which he believed would be worth $10 million, was only able to sell it at auction for $40,000. The former dog walker, Mark Herman, arranged the auction with Sotheby's but received no live bids and had to settle for the low price. Despite his disappointment, Herman reflects that having a lot of money would only add pressure to his life.
The Louvre has successfully acquired the 13th-century painting "Christ Mocked" after a four-year effort, with the help of a government export ban. The painting, by Cimabue, was discovered hanging in a Frenchwoman's kitchen and was initially headed for the trash. The Louvre was outbid at auction in 2019 but the French Culture Ministry declared the work a national treasure and temporarily prohibited its export. The museum was given 30 months to raise the $24 million purchase price, and it succeeded. The painting is considered a crucial milestone in art history and will be exhibited alongside another Cimabue work in spring 2025.