Rennes is already renowned for its rich cultural heritage and artistic events. Always considered a melting pot of artistic innovation and discovery, today the capital of Brittany is set to add a new string to its bow with the launch of the Glaz Festival, a celebration...
A brief history of the Fête de la Musique
It's also known as World Music Day! Celebrated around the world on June 21 of every year, the Fête de la Musique first saw the light of day in 1976, and celebrates its 41st year in 2023. Launched in France in 1982 by the then Minister of Culture, Jack Lang, the event...
Law and photography of works of art
It can be tempting to want to reproduce or photograph a work of art... Especially if you are passionate about art. However, as an enthusiast, you certainly have a great respect for artists. That's why you know that it is not always possible to reproduce a work of art...
Street Art : from Marseille to Lille, it is invading our cities
Marseille and Lille, two French cities with unique artistic identities, have a vibrant street art scene. For years, the walls of Marseille have been littered with rivers of paint, the work of talented street artists. This is hardly surprising, given that the city of...
Banksy’s “Slave Labour”: a disturbing contemporary work
"Slave Labour" by Banksy is a contemporary street art painting that was displayed in the underprivileged Haringey area of England. The artwork depicting a barefoot boy using a sewing machine to make Union Jacks banners, apparently in a sweatshop, appeared on the...
Tips and tricks for taking good pictures of animals at the zoo
Taking pictures of animals is not something you can improvise! In fact, you should know that animal photography is a discipline in its own right, in that it requires specific skills. And just because you are going to photograph wild animals at the zoo doesn't mean it...
Picasso and African Art
It is no secret, at least in artistic circles and painting enthusiasts: Picasso had a definite penchant for the so-called primitive arts, but not from an ethnographic point of view. As the great master of Cubism and considered one of the greatest artists of the 20th...
Ai Weiwei’s accessible and DIY work
Ai Weiwei's creativity seems to know no bounds. This Chinese contemporary artist never ceases to arouse the curiosity and admiration of art lovers. He recently made a big impression by proposing a "100% democratic" work that each of us can create ourselves! Making art...
« Senghor and the arts »: exhibition on Léopold Sédar Senghor at the Musée du quai Branly
Organized on the theme « Senghor and the arts », the exhibition dedicated to Léopold Sédar Senghor, first president of Senegal, opened its doors at the Musée du quai Branly Jacques Chirac on Tuesday, February 7. More information in the following! Tribute to the poet...
Contemporary Art: LG Hosts Exclusive Performance Series
LG Electronics has brought the world of art and technology together with its ultra-premium brand, LG SIGNATURE, by sponsoring two immersive performances at the LG Arts Center SEOUL in South Korea. More info below. The best of art and technology This series of...