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an open book with the words art history daily warm - ups on it and cartoon characters

The daily practice of art history warm-ups will develop art criticism skills while investigating a broad range of artists throughout history.

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a woman laying on the ground in water

“❝He remembered the way love had burned through him like a flame under glass, grasping outward, devouring what air it had left before it choked. How he hated it; desperately he had tried to keep it burning.❞ ──𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐡 𝐍𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫, These Violent Delights.”

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Painting, art, history

Discovering history at London’s National Gallery! 🎨✨ This 1833 masterpiece by Paul Delaroche vividly captures the poignant execution of Lady Jane Grey, even though it was painted centuries later. As I stood before this canvas, it struck me how art can bring history to life. The somber tones and Lady Jane’s blindfold evoke deep emotions. 🖼️ Step back in time with me and experience the beauty and tragedy of history. 🕊️💫 #LondonAdventures #ArtAndHistory #nationalgalleryofart

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Seven tips for studying art history on your own

Anybody who wants to study art history outside a traditional classroom has more options than ever before. Guidance and structure, however, are a little harder to come by. Here is my best advice for those studying art history on their own about what direction to take and how to get the most out of your experience.

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a painting of a ballerina in front of a cliff

Degas was nicknamed the “painter of dancers”. From 1860 onwards, he developed a fascination with dance, which was originally discovered at the Paris Opera, where he spent much time backstage. As a result of his interest, his paintings portrayed the dancers in private behind-the-scenes moments, as well as during their performances on stage. Take a look back over the love story between the artist and his tutu-clad muses.

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