Artist Spotlight: Yayoi Kusama
At 91, artist Yayoi Kusama has been creating artwork for several decades, and it’s about time everybody knew her name.
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Kids’ Art Reads–Out of This World: The Surreal Art of Leonora Carrington
With vibrant illustrations and a brilliant biography of Leonora Carrington’s life, Michelle Markel and Amanda Hall’s Out of This World: The Surreal Art of Leonora Carrington is a must-read picture book perfect for kids and parents alike.
Quarantine, Art-History-Style: Recreate Classic Artwork
If you’ve been on social media in the past few hours (come on, we know you have), you’ve most likely been discouraged by more coronavirus news. Unless, that is, you follow Covid Classics on Instagram. Ran by four roommates who … Continued
Kids’ Art Reads: The Gallery
There are picture books for littler kids and novels for grown-ups, but it can sometimes feel like chapter books with an art-historical slant are few and far-between. Yes, there are classics like From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. … Continued
Another 8 Artists You’ll Want to Celebrate on International Women’s Day
In honor of International Women’s Day, the Art Docent Program once again spotlights eight female artists who deserve more time in the spotlight.
Medieval Art: Unicorn Madness!
While you may think unicorn ubiquity is a new thing, these mythical creatures have actually been a hot topic for years…especially in medieval artwork.
Some of the Best Museum Activities for Kids We Saw in 2019
We here at the Art Docent Program love getting out to art museums of all shapes and sizes…especially when these museums feature exhibitions that are actively kid-friendly. Last year, we visited three museums whose interactive elements created for younger visitors … Continued
Finally, Shedding Some Light on the”Pre-Raphaelite Sisters”
“Pre-Raphaelite Sisters” at London’s National Portrait Gallery seeks to shed light on the women of the Pre-Raphaelite movement.
Wayne Thiebaud and the Everyday Joys of Pie
Get to know more about Wayne Thiebaud’s sweet artwork in honor of the artist’s 99th birthday!
7 Spooky Works of Art Just in Time for Halloween
In the spirit of Halloween, we’re looking at 7 paintings full of spooky scenes and creepy content!