Picasso's Pink Period, which lasted from 1904 to 1906, is widely regarded as a pivotal moment in the artist's career. During this time, Picasso's style underwent a dramatic shift, moving away from the dark, brooding paintings of his Blue Period and towards a brighter, more optimistic palette. The Pink Period is characterized by a distinctive … Continue reading Arguing the Wabi-Sabi-ness of Picasso’s Pink Period Paintings
Contemplating the Wabi-Sabi-ness of Picasso’s Blue Period Paintings
As an art historian, I have always been fascinated by the concept of wabi-sabi, a Japanese aesthetic that celebrates the beauty of imperfection, impermanence, and simplicity. While this aesthetic is often associated with traditional Japanese art, it can also be found in the work of Western artists who were influenced by Japanese culture, such as … Continue reading Contemplating the Wabi-Sabi-ness of Picasso’s Blue Period Paintings
Reflecting on the Wabi-Sabi-ness of Picasso’s Guernica
As an art teacher and artist, I find Pablo Picasso's Guernica to be one of the most compelling and thought-provoking works of art in history. The painting depicts the horrific bombing of the town of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War, and it captures the chaos, pain, and destruction of war in a way that … Continue reading Reflecting on the Wabi-Sabi-ness of Picasso’s Guernica
Pablo Picasso isn’t an Asshole – Making a Sky
I didn't want a traditional blue sky, but felt the need to have it there under the final colour. I contemplated making the sky green, red, and pink, but felt it wouldn't give the contrast I desired against the shirt and pants of the figure. Also, I imagined the skin tones to be greenish-pink, so … Continue reading Pablo Picasso isn’t an Asshole – Making a Sky
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #135: Picasso
Picasso: The History: Here’s my part of the story. Tell me what you see and start the next chapter… Scraps and spontaneity push the limits of form... this is part of my Faces series, with a very obvious influence… The Technique: How I did this awesomeness! Using a Cone 6 stoneware, I rolled out slabs … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #135: Picasso
The New Renaissance Mindset 