Biographies of Painters

The name Giotto di Bondone may not be as well-known as Leonardo da Vinci, but it was Giotto who made da Vinci and his contemporaries of the Renaissance possible.Giotto, born in the late thirteenth century, was the first painter to escape the artistic chains of the Dark Ages and revive the natural art of Ancient Greece. Instead of creating flat, expressionless figures, as was the custom of the Middle Ages, Giotto painted characters with personalities and emotions. Since almost all art of that time was commissioned by the Church, Giotto spent his life painting magnificent frescos for churches and chapels. He became the most famous painter of his time and opened the artistic doors to the splendid Renaissance to come.Discover a plethora of topics such as Humble Beginnings The Assisi Frescos From Rome to Padua: The Arena Chapel At King Robert's Court Giotto, the Architect Late Life and Death And much more!Explore the life of Giotto di Bondone, the visionary artist who transformed medieval painting and paved the way for the Renaissance. Known for his lifelike figures and emotional depth, his work marked a turning point in art history. Perfect for art lovers and students of the early Renaissance.Get your copy today and discover the legacy of a true artistic pioneer! At Hourly History, we publish history books that are concise, straightforward and take no longer than one hour to read. Receive our new eBooks for free every Friday. Sign up at: www.hourlyhistory.com/free

Discover the remarkable life of Jackson Pollock...Free BONUS Inside!Jackson Pollock was without a doubt one of the twentieth century's most controversial painters. He started out painting abstracts in the style of Pablo Picasso but soon branched out, establishing the "drip" method, which entails dripping or flinging paint directly onto the canvas. For this, he was both praised and demonized; still, he persisted on his own chosen path.While art was his life, alcohol ruled it. At age 44, Pollock died while driving under the influence down a winding road. It was only after his death that Jackson Pollock gained mainstream notoriety and became one of America's most celebrated painters. This was certainly made clear in 2015 when one of his pieces, known as Number 17A, sold for $200 million, making it the fifth most expensive painting ever sold.Discover a plethora of topics such asBorn on the PrairieInside the Psychiatric InstituteWorking for Peggy GuggenheimFirst Major BreakthroughStruggling to SurviveLate Life and DeathAnd much more!Explore the life and art of Jackson Pollock, the pioneer of abstract expressionism. Known for his revolutionary drip painting technique, Pollock redefined modern art and left a lasting impact on the art world. Discover his struggles, innovations, and legacy in this concise and engaging read.Get your copy today and uncover the story of a true artistic trailblazer!