Laurens Art Blog

Graffiti is an art form that can be found all around the world. It's also not solely for adults. Kids are participating in graffiti as well. Graffiti is about creativity and self-expression, which is why it can make for a great project for children. However, before you get your child started with this activity, there are some things you should know about graffiti that will help keep them safe and happy while they're creating their own masterpieces! Graffiti is defined as "the act of applying paint to surfaces in public places without permission" by the Oxford dictionary. There are different types of graffiti out there, but today we'll focus on two: vandalism and street art. Vandalism is when someone maliciously defaces or destroys property to piss off or intimidate others. Street art is usually done with permission, and it often has a message behind it (like political statements). But beware--painting on walls isn't always legal! Check your state's laws b...

While intriguing and captivating, Leonardo da Vinci's paintings are also shrouded in mystery. He dedicated his entire life to invention and innovation. As the inventor of the concept of the Vitruvian Man, he has left his mark on art history forever. But how many people know that Leonardo da Vinci had a deep interest in mathematics? What else did he create that we don't know about? And why did he use such an odd way to sign his paintings? This article will explore Leonardo da Vinci 's lesser-known traits and secrets. It will go over all the aspects of his life that make him so fascinating and different from other artists. You'll get to uncover some of the mysteries behind one of the fascinating minds ever to live on this planet. Leonardo's Life Leonardo da Vinci was born in 1452 in an area known as Vinci. An illegitimate son of a notary and his peasant mistress. Leonardo showed an unusual interest in science and math as a young boy. He began painting when he was onl...

Modern art is a wide range of artistic works from the 1900s to today. It includes Cubism, Surrealism, Expressionism, and Pop Art. This article will know what modern art is and why it's important. In the 19th century, many artists were working to break away from traditional forms of painting and sculpture. Instead, they wanted to create a more realistic representation of life. So some artists started to use colors that weren't normally found in nature or used distorted shapes to show what they saw in their mind's eyes. This style of work became known as 'modern art.' Modern art is still popular today because it makes people think about new ideas and possibilities for the future. What is Modern Art? Modern art is a wide range of artistic works from the 1900s to today. It includes Cubism, Surrealism, Expressionism, and Pop Art. Modern art was created in response to the traditional ways of painting and sculpture used in the 19th century.  What makes modern art so diffe...