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The Art of Less – An Exploration of Essence

I am very excited to share that my first book, The Art of Less – An Exploration of Essence, created in collaboration with Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen of Norm Architects, was published today. This book means a lot to me, as it is the result of many years of exploration, research, and...

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The Art of Less – An Exploration of Essence

I am very excited to share that my first book, The Art of Less – An Exploration of Essence, created in collaboration with Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen of Norm Architects, was published today. This...

Minimalist Art

A curated selection from the world of minimalist art.

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

Art Editorials

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...

Geometric Sculptures by Scott VanderVoort

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Scott VanderVoort – Geometric Sculptures

The minimalist sculptures by Scott VanderVoort explore inner depths, peacefulness, stillness, and balance. He uses...

Jens Fröberg, Setting a Good Corner, 38x28 cm, oil on canvas, 2019-2020. Photo: GRAYSC

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Jens Fröberg – Monochrome Sensibility

Jens Fröberg (b. 1983), an emerging Swedish artist, is captivating with his minimalist and often...

A man looking at an artwork by Agnes Martin, on view at 'Minimal' at Bourse de Commerce, Paris, 2025 © Photography by Aesence / Sarah Dorweiler

Art News

My Visit to ‘Minimal’ at Bourse de Commerce – Searching for Resonance

At the beginning of November, I traveled to Paris with great anticipation to see the...

Current Exhibitions

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03 September → 03 October 2026	Richard Hearns – “No Ruined Stones”	Cadogan Gallery	More Info
21 August → 03 January 2027	Park Seo-Bo and Huong Dodinh: Emptiness Fullness	PARKSEOBO MUSEUM	More Info
04 April → 04 April 2027	Agnes Martin: Painting is not making paintings	Dia:Beacon	More Info

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Interviews

Insights into the visions and philosophies of minimalist artists and designers.

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Interviews

Silent Perception – A Conversation With Artist Hideaki Yamanobe

Minimalist Art & Design News

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...

Kazimir Malevich, The Black Square, 1915, Image is in Public Domain

How a Black Square Became an Expression of Pure Emotion

There are works of art that were so different, so beautiful, so ugly or so special that they changed the course of art history. Kazimir Malevich’s “Black Square” was one of these...

Art Criticism: A Blessing Or A Curse?

Art criticism is a centuries-old tradition that attempts to analyze, interpret, and judge the quality of an artwork. It has been used to ensure that the best art is created and displayed...

Is Contemporary Art Too Loud?

Discussing Contemporary Art is multifaceted and complex. It’s nearly impossible to consider all aspects, after all, our perception, interpretation, and understanding of art is purely subjective. Nevertheless, this personal exchange of one’s...

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...

Abstract Minimalist Painting, created with Midjourney

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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