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Revealing Hidden Intimacy with Mary Cassatt
When we think of Impressionist painters, names like Claude Monet and Edgar Degas dominate the conversation.
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September 2024

J.M.W. Turner: Turning Light into Art
A new subscriber recently told me that J.M.W.
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Racing Against Time with Hokusai
Most people recognize The Great Wave off Kanagawa, but few know the fascinating story behind its creator, Hokusai.
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Finding a Sense of Belonging in Marc Chagall’s Art
Have you ever looked at a painting and felt like it was telling your story?
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Where Beauty Meets Philosophy with Sandro Botticelli
Something about Sandro Botticelli’s work stays with you long after you’ve seen it.
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August 2024

The Art of Humanity: What Rembrandt’s Work Teaches Us Today
Rembrandt's name stands alongside giants like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.
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The Vermeer Effect: Why His Art Still Resonates Today
Have you ever wondered how an artist could be both world-renowned and virtually unknown?
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Photos from Switzerland
Last week, I traveled through Central Europe, visiting as many art museums as I could.
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The Legacy of Giorgio de Chirico’s Metaphysical Art
I've been seeing a lot of Giorgio de Chirico's work lately.
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The Mysterious World of Amedeo Modigliani
In the world of art, few styles are as instantly recognizable as the long-necked portraits of Amedeo Modigliani.
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July 2024

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