This paper aims to analyze and compare two distinct paintings, Jean Dubuffet's "Monsieur Plume with Creases in his Trousers (Portrait of Henri Michaux)" and Adolf Wölfli's "Art Artwork: Mental Asylum Band-Corpse (from the cradle to the grave, Book 4, p. 203)." Despite being created in different historical periods, these artworks share common themes related to … Continue reading Compare and contrast Monsieur Plume with Creases in his Trousers (Portrait of Henri Michaux) by Jean Dubuffet to Mental Asylum Band-Corpse (from the cradle to the grave, Book 4, p. 203) by Adolf Wolfli – An ‘Isms’ Overview
Compare and contrast Totem Double Face by Gaston Chaissac to Fountain by Marcel Duchamp – An ‘Isms’ Overview
This paper aims to compare and contrast two iconic artworks from different periods: Gaston Chaissac's Totem Double Face, painted in 1961, and Marcel Duchamp's Fountain, created in 1917. Both artworks challenge traditional notions of art and introduce provocative ideas that have left a significant impact on the art world. By examining the historical and cultural … Continue reading Compare and contrast Totem Double Face by Gaston Chaissac to Fountain by Marcel Duchamp – An ‘Isms’ Overview
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Raw Art vs. Outsider Art
Raw art and outsider art are two distinct genres of art that are often conflated due to their shared origins outside of the mainstream art world. However, there are important differences between the two that are worth exploring in order to fully appreciate the unique qualities and contributions of each. Raw art, also known as … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Raw Art vs. Outsider Art
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Outsider Art vs. Dadaism
I have always been fascinated by the ways in which artists push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable or mainstream. Two movements that have particularly intrigued me are Outsider Art and Dadaism. Although they emerged in different times and contexts, these movements share a common thread of rebellion against traditional artistic norms. In this … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Outsider Art vs. Dadaism
Strange Style Choices
Well, let's just say that I was as uncomfortable of this shirt he's wearing as it looked in the photo I used for source material. It appeared to be a triangular shaped, Butterly imprinted poncho over a shiny black leotard. I couldn't tell for sure, as I only saw the portrait from the waist up. … Continue reading Strange Style Choices
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #75: Gang of Five
Gang of Five: The History: This is my story and I’m sticking to it… for now. After my daughter was born, I started reviewing and updating some old drawings... the goal was to create some fun characters to turn into stories for her, with illustrations... these were just a few that made it to canvas: … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #75: Gang of Five
The New Renaissance Mindset 