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Me experiencing Tête de femme (ca. 1908) at "Brancusi" at Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin, 2026, Photography by Aesence

Essence of Things – Experiencing Brancusi at Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin

It never ceases to amaze me how much Constantin Brâncuși’s sculptures draw me in. Their radical reduction to the essential, the clarity of their forms, and the tranquility they convey continue to fascinate me. Brâncuși freed sculpture from everything superfluous. He was not interested in mere representation but in the...

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Essence of Things – Experiencing Brancusi at Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin

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Isadora Gullov-Singh, Finding Tranquility, 91,5 x 122cm(36 x 48 in) © The Artist, Photography by Josef Jacques

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The Rhythm of Stillness – 3 Questions for Isadora Gullov-Singh

“3 Questions for…” showcases and promotes the work of upcoming artists in the early stages...

William McKeown, Untitled, 2008, Oil on linen, 45 × 45.5 cm © The Artist, Image Courtesy Casey Kaplan Gallery New York

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William McKeown – Minimalist Dialogue With Nature

William McKeown (1962 – 2011) was a significant painter, watercolorist, and draughtsman from Northern Ireland....

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What Makes Minimalist Sculptures Aesthetic?

I have always been fascinated by minimalist sculptures. Because, unlike a painting or photograph, a...

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Does Context Make Art More Beautiful?

Those who love art, love to talk about it. The artist’s biography and the circumstances...

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15 January → 04 April 2026	Jean Degottex & Sidival Fila – A minima	Mennour	More Info
19 October → 12 April 2026	A Matter of Perspective	Lechner Museum	More Info
12 March → 18 April 2026	Merrill Wagner – Marking Time	David Zwirner NY	More Info

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Landscapes of Silence – A Conversation With Artist Marina Arias

Hideaki Yamanobe in his atelier in Tokyo.

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Silent Perception – A Conversation With Artist Hideaki Yamanobe

Jean Philippe Lagouarde in his studio © Photography by Nolwenn Pernin

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Between Precision and Serendipity – A Conversation With Artist Jean Philippe Lagouarde

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Resonance Beyond the Surface – A Conversation With Artist Søren Sejr

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Aesthetic Paper: The Importance Of Aesthetics For Our Brain

When we look at a piece of art, our brain is constantly reacting, even after we stop looking at it. A study provides new insights into how our brain reacts when we...

How Responsive Are You to Art?

Art is an essential part of human existence, and it is well-known that people react differently to works of art. Some are deeply touched, while others are not moved at all. But...

Abstract Painting created with Midjourney by Aesence

Is AI-Generated Art really Art?

Today I would like to share my thoughts on a very controversial and yet interesting topic: the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in art. There are already countless articles and opinions on...

How the Mere-Exposure-Effect affects our perception of aesthetics

In conversations with designer and artist friends, I’ve been talking a lot lately about how everything looks the same right now. The same colors and shapes are everywhere. Sure, if something is...

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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