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Henry Woolway, Knowing Of The Future, 2021, Acrylic on canvas, framed in oak with a 2mm shadow gap, approx. 122 x 91,5cm © The Artist

Fragmented Memory – 3 Questions for Henry Woolway

“3 Questions for…” showcases and promotes the work of upcoming artists in the early stages of their careers. This time I would like to share with you the monochrome works of Woolway. British artist Henry Woolway (b. 1987) creates minimalist artworks that reflect his personal relationship with past and present...

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Fragmented Memory – 3 Questions for Henry Woolway

“3 Questions for…” showcases and promotes the work of upcoming artists in the early stages of their careers. This time I would like to share with you the monochrome works of Woolway....

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Should We Stop Looking For Meaning in Art?

When it comes to abstract minimalist art, I enjoy watching the reactions of viewers. I...

Abstract Minimalist Painting, created with Midjourney

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Is It Possible to Feel an Emotional Connection to AI-Generated Art?

Lately, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly expanded its influence on the art world. Not only...

Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm, Entity 25.220 / 2021, 50x50 cm, Linen-cotton thread on wool

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Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm – An ode to simplicity

In a world flooded with visual stimuli, the inspiring work of Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm (b....

Minimalist Art | Sculptures by Darren Harvey-Regan via Aesence

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Darren Harvey-Regan – The Erratics

'The Erratics' is a series of sculptures made of carved chalk, beautifully photographed by Darren Harvey-Regan.

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Between Algorithm and Aesthetics: How AI Changes the Design World

I recently tried out Midjourney, a platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate images of all kinds. From images of cats in clothes to concept art, to photo-realistic interior designs, you...

Does Good Design Have to be Aesthetic?

Dieter Rams is a German industrial designer and one of the most influential designers of the 20th century. He is best known for his work at Braun, where he designed many iconic...

An abstract, reduced, minimalist painting, created with Midjourney. Even if I don't like it, why should it bother me?

Minimalist Art and Its Critics: Emotional Responses to “Emotionless” Art

Art is controversial and art with a minimalist aesthetic is particularly so. Of course, what you like is subjective – I’ve written about that often enough. But abstract, minimalist art holds a...

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Does art with intention sell better?

Today I would like to invite you to think together about the way we perceive art: Does our appreciation or personal feeling for a work of art change when we know the...

Does Minimalist Art Always Look the Same?

I recently had a thought-provoking conversation about minimalist art. My counterpart, a collector of figurative...

Beyond the Surface: The Complexity of Minimalist Art

Until the beginning of the 20th century, art served primarily as a mere representation of...

Is It Possible to Feel an Emotional Connection to AI-Generated Art?

Lately, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly expanded its influence on the art world. Not only...

Black Minimalist Chair, Image created with Midjourney

Does Minimalist Design Mean a Loss of Identity?

“Less is more” – this phrase coined by Mies van der Rohe has long established...

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