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Edouard Manet's Olympia and Its Present Reverence

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nicholas Katers) — Sat, 01 Apr 2006 18:22:00 EDT

An analysis of why Manet's Olympia has gone from controversial art work to a revered symbol of fine artistic taste.

Contributor: Nicholas Katers
Published: Apr 01, 2006

The History of African-American Art

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Celin Childs) — Fri, 27 Jan 2006 13:51:00 EDT

There was a point in history when the African artisans were teaching the Greeks and Romans and building an art history to pass on to the generations to come. However, these great builders, sculptors, and creators were taken from their homeland.

Contributor: Celin Childs
Published: Jan 27, 2006

Twentieth Century Artists

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Andrea Stumbelina) — Tue, 03 Jan 2006 19:34:00 EDT

Art saw a major change in the twentieth century. From romantic ideas in poetry, strict duplication of nature in paintings and ballet art become somber and less structured. Many artists influenced the changes in the art world.

Contributor: Andrea Stumbelina
Published: Jan 03, 2006

Art Galleries in Western Contra Costa County

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carol Anne Carroll-Kral) — Sun, 18 Dec 2005 22:22:00 EDT

If a friend invites you to a day of gallery-hopping, you might think you are headed across the Bay, to San Francisco, or even across the country, to New York. But gallery-hopping can be a local trip in West Contra Costa County.

Contributor: Carol Anne Carroll-Kral
Published: Dec 18, 2005

Native American Artists Talk About Their Art

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Rochelle Cashdan) — Wed, 14 Dec 2005 14:01:00 EDT

RC Gorman and Fritz Scholder, Native American artists who died in 2005, brought lustre to the North American art scene. Rick Bartow keeps drawing from his roots. Use the web to see images of their work and know what they say about the creative life.

Contributor: Rochelle Cashdan
Published: Dec 14, 2005

Myspace Artists Draw Publicity

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jeannie Hart) — Wed, 23 Nov 2005 18:33:00 EDT

It's no surprise to me that Myspace has journeyed into the land of Music Producers. You can listen to four songs then pimp your favorites on your own myspace profile giving Myspace a heads up on what's playing and what's not.

Contributor: Jeannie Hart
Published: Nov 23, 2005

Renaissance Artists: Titian, Michelangelo, Leonardo

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eisla Sebastian) — Wed, 23 Nov 2005 12:01:00 EDT

One of the great things about Renaissance art is that each artistic master had a distinctive style.

Contributor: Eisla Sebastian
Published: Nov 23, 2005

Money Saving Tips for Artists, Hobbyists, and Crafters

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jennifer) — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 15:37:00 EDT

From professional painters to weekend hobbyists, nobody wants to be a starving artist. It can be tough to save a buck at the art supply store, but not impossible. Here are some ideas for buying wisely, and getting the most out of your supplies.

Contributor: Jennifer
Published: Aug 17, 2005