Explore the story of JMW Turner’s rebellious spirit and revolutionary masterpieces that were shaped by the Industrial Revolution.

Wolfgang Beltracchi is a notorious German art forger who became famous for producing and selling forged paintings by renowned artists, such as Max Ernst, Fernand Léger, Heinrich Campendonk, and others. Born on February 4, 1951, as Wolfgang Fischer, Beltracchi and his wife, Helene, orchestrated an extensive art forgery operation for decades before being caught in 2010.

In 1948 Hallmark released a line of Christmas Cards featuring works by artists throughout history. Salvador Dali's images proved a bit too avant-garde for the traditional American consumer.

Johanna Bonger, born Johanna Gezina Bonger in 1862, was the sister-in-law of the famous painter Vincent van Gogh. Johanna married Theo van Gogh, Vincent’s younger brother, in 1889.

Today in 2024, it’s hard to see why John Singer Sargent’s 1883–84 painting Madame X scandalized Paris. A plunging black gown with gold straps, one hand clutching a fan while the other rests on a round table was viewed as immoral at the time.

As we celebrate Spanish Heritage Month, Frida Kahlo stands as a beacon of the richness of Mexican culture and the strength of the human spirit.

The Most Exclusive Color in History is called Tyrian Purple. Tyrian purple was a dye produced from the secretions of murex snails; a type of sea snail found in the Eastern Mediterranean.

June is Gay Pride Month and we celebrate the many artists throughout history who have contributed to the world of art. Through these contributions they have left an indelible mark on the world, shaping culture, art, and society, even to today.

What is a travel journal? Some ideas on how to create your own. Capture your experiences through sketches, watercolors, collages, or even just doodles and notes.

Jewish Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich cultural contributions of Jewish individuals across various fields. In the world of art, Jewish artists have made significant impacts, shaping artistic movements and enriching global culture.

How did the past masters or any artist ever market themselves prior to the internet or computer age? Did they have more time to paint without the aid of internet marketing?

The color Blue has a rich and varied history in the art world, symbolizing different emotions, themes, and movements across cultures and time periods.

The Renaissance stands as a beacon of human achievement, creativity, intellect, and cultural rebirth. Yet, there lurks a narrative of censorship and suppression.

This is our new feature for the Grand Art Club website. The Communications Committee is thrilled to introduce this exciting new section created to keep you informed.

Inktober is a popular annual drawing challenge that takes place every October. Created by artist Jake Parker in 2009, the challenge encourages artists to create one ink drawing a day for the entire month.