Armanda Passos, one of the most notable Portuguese visual artists, died last Tuesday, October 19, 2021, aged 77, following an illness that had affected her for months.In a society dominated by a market and a patriarchal world, the artist managed to stand out with her pieces with a deep meaning linked to her intimate space.His artistic production with vivid colors was marked by female figures, his relationship with nature, in particular with birds and by the development of a revolutionary technique with serigraphy. Discover more about the artistic career of Armanda Passos in the new article.
Ceramics, one of the oldest production techniques, is made from mixing products such as clay. With the use of clay, the creation possibilities are endless, from plates, mugs, bowls, terrines to vases. For centuries these objects have been created by craftsmen specialized in the field. Currently, there are more and more people interested in the technique of ceramics and want to learn how to make objects, whether for decoration or for use. To help with the first steps in the world of ceramics, P55 has put together a list of tips for producing your own pieces at home.
On October 11, DC Comics announced that the new Superman is bisexual.NoIn the world of art, the representation of heterosexuality was predominant, always occupying a place of central visibility, compared to other sexual orientations. However, the comics has continually marked history by offeringa playful, stimulating and creative moment on current issues such as homophobia, racism, xenophobia, patriarchy, among others. Learn more about LGBTQI+ representation in Art in the new article.
Managing to maintain mental wellbeing has been a challenge during the recent challenges of the pandemic. World Mental Health Day is celebrated this Sunday, October 10th. This date raises several questions: how does art help the brain? During the coronavirus, many people have turned to the artistic world, as a form of creative outlet or an opportunity for expression. Discover in this article how art has been helping Humans in terms of mental health.
Lithography is a printing process based on the fact that fatty matters and water do not mix. Since its creation, this unique means of reproduction has been greatly appreciated by artists, however in contemporary times, as an alternative means of artistic production that reached the general public in a more accessible way, it has become even more popular. Discover the national and international artists who surprised the art world with the lithography technique!
José Pedro Croft is one of the great figures of contemporary Portuguese sculpture. Its simple, practically minimalist structures develop a complex relationship with the viewer's perception.He represented Portugal several times at the Venice Biennale and his works are in the collections of the Center Georges Pompidou in France, the Serralves Foundation, the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, the Secretary of State for Culture, the Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro, among others. Discover the work of José Pedro Croft in the new article.
Novelties in the artistic world multiply in such a way that, as we realize it, events have already happened. Do you already have plans for next month? Discovering a new space to visit seems simple, but it can turn into a complicated task. So that you can enjoy autumn in the best way, P55 put together a list of five art exhibitions that took place during October. Take a look at this guide and discover the perfect proposal for you.
Considered one of the leading surrealists, Joan Miró was a pioneer in the spontaneous drawing method that tried to express the inner workings of the human mind. His works were full of color and form and abstract elements such as birds, eyes and the moon. Currently, Miró's works break records at auction, an example of this was the painting “Red Hat Woman” which was sold at Sotheby's for around 24.5 million euros. In addition, his sculptures and public murals can be found in several cities around the world, including Milan, Paris and Barcelona. Discover the five impactful works in the career of Joan Miró in this article.
Your office walls are blank canvases waiting for your creativity! Your workspace can become a great source of inspiration for your daily tasks with the right decor. In addition to the decorative aspect, works of art offer endless possibilities, thus expanding your mind and inspiration. Get new ideas that will help you create an amazing space where your creativity and motivation can flourish. This article is full of ideas to be able to redefine your workspace in a personalized and inspiring way.
Abstractionism or abstract art was an artistic movement integrated into the European modernist vanguards.Breaking with old paradigms, they expressed themselves by fleeing reality itself, in an abstract way with lines and above all with color. With abstract art, the spectator was given the possibility to interpret geometric shapes and the exploration of pigments freely.Discover in this article the main artists of this movement.
Cinema and the visual arts involve the spectator, with the aim of evoking and expressing ideas and emotions through movement, color and composition. Between these two areas, there is a symbiosis that moves artists to create works inspired by others. Several directors have been inspired by paintings in the construction of the frames of their films. Discover in this article ten paintings that inspired the creation of cinematographic scenes.
The History of Art has shown us that artists have been insistently looking for new forms and unconventional means to express themselves. In the early 20th century, they began to challenge the traditional perception of art by introducing new elements, such as everyday objects. New computer tools progressed hand in hand with artistic progress. Discover the news that the pandemic has brought to the art world in this article.
José de Guimarães is an unavoidable figure in the history of Portuguese visual arts. Travels through Europe, Africa and Asia defined his career by stimulating the development of a universal language that explored the imaginary environment. For several decades, each of these cultures enriched their production, with this interaction emerging the alphabet. Find out in this article how the artist José de Guimarães created this means of communication with creative elements.
One of the most radical abortion laws in the United States of America went into effect this Wednesday.The Supreme Court decided not to suspend a law in the state of Texas that prohibits abortion after six weeks of pregnancy, even in cases of rape or incest. AUnsafe abortions are a leading cause of maternal death and disability. Paula Rego, Cindy Sherman inMany artists have been working on the topic of abortion to inform the community. Learn more about this topic in this article.