The world of art history is filled with fascinating stories and as such, we hope to highlight the luminaries through history who have shaped and shifted the arts as we know them. From explorations of well-known names to profiles of brilliant creators lesser-remembered by history, our goal is always to inspire by way of educating. Take a look around and discover the stories and styles of some of our favorite A-L-P artists through the ages.
HOW TO: CREATE TEXTURE WITH OIL PASTELS
mmm texture....even the word excites us. Texture.....say it slowly and ponder on the magic of language. It's really something, isn't it?
MUSIC TO CREATE TO
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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ALMA THOMAS
Alma Thomas(1891-1978) was an American painter inspired by the natural world, who often used vibrant colors and a signature brushwork to create her paintings.
How To: Collage
Doctors prescribing looking at art as a form of medicine? It sounds like exactly the kind of treatment we can get behind! Â
Eat, Sleep, Exercise, Make Art
In his weekly column “How to Build a Life” featured in The Atlantic Magazine, social scientist Arthur Brooks explores themes of well being, purpose and meaning.