Blair Bart
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Let Nature Breathe Life into Your Art — Get Inspired by the Natural World!
Nature has been the muse for artists since time immemorial. It has been inspiring souls like creators and painters with vivid landscape images, mountain paintings, vivid textures, colors, and stories waiting to be told. The more increasingly modernized the world has become, dominated by digital screens and urban landscapes, the more we are drawn to nature, or at least feel the urge to reconnect.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
Going Global with a Click: Why Artists Love Online Art Contests
With the world becoming a surprisingly small place with digitization, artists feel a sense of relief. They no longer need to travel miles or pay hefty entry fees to get their work in front of an international viewer base. With just a few clicks, artists and creators of all ages and styles can take part in online art competitions organized by reputed contemporary online galleries like TERAVARNA, Saatchi Art, etc. Yes, they are loving it.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
Instagram-Worthy Water Art that’ll Make You Look Twice
Browsing through Instagram for five minutes will let you spot the bold splashes of blue, delicate ripples of color, waves of paint that seem to move even in stillness. You can make out this as something called water art, the popular trend—and it’s roping the attention of viewers over feeds, reels, etc. Explore pages with such graceful and powerful elements as water itself to find about the fluid beauty, the hypnotic techniques, and the modern take on water paintings.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
The Art of Being Alone: What I Learned Curating My First Solo Art Show
“Alone time is when I distance myself from the voices of the world so I can hear my own.” — Oprah Winfrey Curating my first solo art exhibition was an immersive experience. It was less about showcasing paintings and more about meeting myself on canvas. The strokes I painted, every color I picked, every little thing I did to the final painting was a dialogue with my own self—a space where I could finally hear my own voice.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
Sell Your Art Smart: Pro Tips to Manage Your Online Marketplace
In a digitized world where everything from groceries to luxury goods is just a click away, the world of art has also evolved. It is no surprise that artwork for sale has found a powerful home online. The traditional gallery model has changed to more open online gallery spaces. Artists of today can avail the digital art marketplace in a few mouse clicks. This is an incredible opportunity to connect with global collectors, art-lovers and interior designers looking to buy artwork online.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
5 Still Life Painting Techniques Every Artist Should Know. AI-Generated.
Still life artists are drawn towards inanimate objects as one of the most beloved subjects of portrayal in the world of art. From the unmissable charm of famous still life paintings to the fresh perspectives in contemporary still life paintings, this genre has continuously evolved—offering artists a playground of form, texture, light, and symbolism.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
Art Without Walls: Why Online Art Contests Are Here to Stay
With a rapidly changing art world, there’s been a huge change in art competitions and shows organized by art platforms and galleries. In the heart of this massive transformation lies the rise of the virtual shows and online painting competition. Gone are the days when artists had to ship their work across the world or wait for acceptance into traditional galleries. Now, the artworks can be shared with just a click of a mouse! Yes, artists residing in various parts of the world are embracing these virtual spaces to showcase their talent through online art contest that transcends time & space barriers, beyond the walls.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
From Budapest, With Love: Go Global in Budapest International Art Show
Budapest, beside the river Danube has always been a center of attraction for history and creativity to merge in a seamless fashion. With the city’s towering grand architecture, vibrant culture, and ever-evolving art scene, it’s no wonder that Budapest in Hungary plays host to one of the most exciting events on the contemporary European art scene, the ArtBIAS — the Budapest International ArtShow.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
How to Stand Out in International Art Competitions as an Emerging Artist
For an emerging artist it was always a challenge to break into the wide arena of the established art fraternity or the esteemed art galleries or international art shows. But fortunately, the scenario has changed in today’s hyper-connected art world. Now, artists can open the doors to international art competitions and shows that once took years to crack. For the newcomers in this art world, these opportunities are golden tickets to build credibility, connect with curators, and exhibit work beyond their local scenes. Nonetheless, the challenge remains to apply for online juried art shows in physical galleries or entering an art competition online.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
Think Outside the Frame: Join the Upcoming Abstract Art Competition Now
Are you someone passionate about breaking the rules, blurring the lines, and redefining the limits of visual expression? Then you must join an abstract art competition organized by reputed art platforms and galleries like TERAVARNA — it's an open call for artists and creative minds worldwide to think outside the frame.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
Figurative vs. Abstract Art: Finding Meaning in the Human Form
Human emotions, perspective and ideas have always been the popular subjects of depiction. Through artistic expressions, artists have portrayed the forms and figures vividly. The most used form and artistic style of depiction of human figures and expressions is figurative art. Another parallel form can be the abstract figurative art, that is used to portray human forms in non-representational ways, with abstractions. These are the two most fascinating approaches to depicting the human form, no doubt, but there are differences in their presentation and ideologies.
By Blair Bart9 months ago in Art
What Makes Focus Art Fair London a Must-Visit for Art Lovers: A Haven for Contemporary Art
The city of London has always been a hub of attention, be it for art, culture, literature, history and for artistic innovation. And, in 2025, the city will once again take the center stage with the highly anticipated Focus Art Fair 2025 chapter. To be held at the historic Saatchi Gallery London, this premier art fair in London will bring together emerging and established artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts from around the world.
By Blair Bart10 months ago in Art
