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It was a time of political upheaval, cultural transformation, and a spectrum of artistic movements in Europe during the last half of the 19th century, especially in the art capital of the world: Paris. How artists reflected and captured this era was truly extraordinary.

Some say Dutch-born artist Philippe Smit might be the most accomplished unknown artist of the 20th century. Aren’t familiar with the name? That could drastically change in just a few weeks. Why?

Two Los Angeles-based artists are currently presenting evocative new bodies of work that are full of emotion, subliminal communication, and so much more. Don’t miss it!

“Sweet Irises” Pastels on sanded paper 14 x 11 in.   About the Artist: My pastel paintings are lyrical views of the beauty and joy I see in the...

An upcoming American Art Sale is boasting many fresh-to-the-market paintings that are causing collectors to turn their heads. Which house, and what lovely works highlight the auction? Find out here.

In this ongoing series, Fine Art Today delves into the world of portraiture, highlighting historical and contemporary examples of superb quality and skill. This week you’re in for a treat as we highlight Fine Art Connoisseur magazine’s recent photo-essay.

Everyone has one, so everyone is interested, to a lesser or greater degree. I'm referring to the face. Artists have been depicting faces for millennia, sometimes flatteringly and sometimes frankly, but always with the understanding that every viewer has a direct connection with the subject—and also a way of assessing the rendition's accuracy.

"Cassandra" oil on linen 24 x 36 in. $3500 “Capturing personality that goes beyond the surface is always my goal. ‘Cassandra’ is part of a new series for...

Louisa McElwain (1953-2013) not only established herself as one of New Mexico’s most celebrated and influential landscape painters, she amassed a robust network of friends, many of whom feature during a must-see group exhibition. Find out more here!

“We Three” 2017 Pastel 12 x 16 in. Available through the artist Whatever she paints, Wagner’s primary focus is always “the light” and how it affects the landscape or...