Art Books/Films/Art Resources

This summer, I was introduced to many art resources like news sites (which I longed for but thought were non-existent) as well as books. Art was learning as well as leisure; I thought I would share with you some of the art-food I consumed with you!

Content Below: Books- Films- Sites- Channels- Apps

Art Books

...that I recommend. Also art picture books are just too expensive to buy so I prefer just flipping through them in bookstores <3

Story of Art // GW. Gombrich

A comprehensive introduction to art history. Easy to understand and introduce important names for further research!

Breakfast at Sotheby's: An A-Z of the Artworld // Phillips Hook

What characteristics makes a piece of work attractive to buyers? Sotheby's director provides us with a unique perspective to the mysterious art market.

After the End of Art // Arthur C. Danto

A book of essays answering my own most urgent art crisis-- what is the future of art after all the -isms?

Ways of Seeing // John Berger

More art philosophy. A collection of 7 essays of varying topics based on the popular PBS program "Ways of Seeing".

Modigliani // Taschen

One of my favorite artists–– long necks and almond eyes~~

Matisse // Taschen

The passionate life of a passionate painter

Rothko // Taschen

My favorite artist that gets me emotional every time I see his work!

Art (and artsy) Films

Warning: R-rated are marked with * so please find trimmed versions if needed ~

Schiele: Death and the Maiden*

Schiele's dramatic life that led to his swan song- Death and the Maiden

Camille Claudel

The often ignored talent and life of Rodin's mistress.

Renoir*

The great impressionist painter's son returns home with a muse that enchants both father and son

Monet: Shadow and Light

Monet's painting ends abruptly with attacks from his father and art critics. He intends to abandon everything, but is convinced otherwise by an aspiring young artist.