April 29, 2021

The History of the Modern Art Era

At the dawn of the 20th century, the world was filled with excitement and anxiety at what was to come. As time went on, the world was faced with two World Wars, an economic boom and collapse, unbelievable technological advancements, and so much more. Artists began to experiment, using their feelings about the ever-changing world […]

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July 28, 2021

The Purpose of Geometry in Art

Cyndy Carstens may be famous for her landscapes and skyscapes, but many of her contemporary art pieces feature geometric elements. What artistic function does adding these geometric pieces serve? Here we’ll take a look at how geometric elements were incorporated into art throughout art history and how Cyndy uses them to elevate her skyscape and […]

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May 13, 2021

How Access To Art Helps Communities

Art is widely celebrated around the world, but it’s not always accessible to everyone who wants to buy it. Art enriches our communities, and when people are able to access it, whether that’s through supporting artists, having accessibility to art spaces, and the availability of art financially, it makes a big impact. Here are some ways that […]

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May 21, 2021

The Connections Between Music and Art

Music has played an exciting and pivotal role in visual media, inspiring so many painters throughout the years– and it makes sense. Visual art uses colors, light, darkness, shapes, and more to invoke emotions. Music uses instruments, key changes, sounds, lyrics, and more to do the same. Many painters created works that were inspired by […]

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May 25, 2021

The Art of Taking Risks

Taking risks is a big part of being an artist. You learn how to push your own boundaries, take chances to reach others with your work, and reveal your heart and soul for others to critique. It can be scary at times but can lead to great rewards. Artist and owner of Carstens Fine Art […]

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