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Mary Cassatt, The Boating Party, 1893–94 via National Gallery of Art

Clara V. Leone

For the Love of Color: 10 Joyful Masterpieces i...

Discover ten vibrant masterpieces that celebrate the beauty of bold palettes and playful color, from Hockney and Matisse to Delaunay and Gauguin.

Joan Mitchell, No Rain, 1976 © Estate of Joan Mitchell via the Joan Mitchell Foundation

Hugo Merz

7 Joan Mitchell Paintings That Deserve More Att...

Discover Joan Mitchell’s most overlooked works. These bold, emotional paintings reveal her power beyond the usual highlights and exhibitions.

Henri Rousseau, Tiger in a Tropical Storm (Surprised!), 1891 via Wikipedia/Public Domain

Rowan Whit

Henri Rousseau: Masterpieces That Deserve More ...

Rousseau painted scenes from the vast depths of his imagination, and these are his most underrated works that deserve more recognition.

 Remedios Varo, El Flautista, 1955. Courtesy Museo de Arte Moderno

Jesslyn Low

7 Haunted Paintings

Cursed paintings like Death and the Child and The Hands Resist Him are tied to supernatural events, ghostly apparitions, and tragic accidents.

Ceiling Mosaic in Galla Placidia Tomb

Lily Frye

The Greatest Ancient Mosaics

Ancient mosaics, from Mesopotamia to Rome, showcase human craftsmanship. Iconic works like "Achilles" and "The Nile Mosaic" tell rich stories.

"Mad Max: Fury Road" via Bright Wall/Dark Room

Emma Segrest and Louise Irpino

The 12 Best Shots in Film

Explore the 12 best shots in film, showcasing iconic moments in cinema history. Discover how these visuals shape storytelling and evoke emotion.

The Kiss closeup via Christies

Emma Segrest

7 Most Romantic Paintings

Artists worldwide have captured love on canvas for centuries, creating a deep bond between artists and viewers. Romance is a compelling theme in art, resonating with romantics and skeptics alike.

Separation, Edvard Munch via Fine Art America

Emma Segrest

7 Paintings to Get You Through a Breakup

Art can be an impactful way to process the emotions of a breakup. Instead of going through the seven stages of grief, try looking at these seven paintings.

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Louise Irpino

5 Art Analysis YouTube Video Essays Worth Your ...

Explore our curation of the top five YouTube video essays on art, featuring insightful analysis and diverse perspectives from various expert creators. Each video in this listicle covers a unique...

Sad paintings

Jesslyn Low

Ten Paintings That'll Make You Cry

When words fail us, art can become the beacon of light that recognizes some of the more painful emotions that come with the experiences of being human. Here are ten...