Artist’s Biography – Albrecht Dürer Jan 11, 2012 Albrecht Dürer German The working life of Albrecht Dürer (1471 – 1528), who was the greatest artistic figure in Germany before the modern era, spanned the Gothic, Renaissance, and Reformation periods. Trained as a painter and printmaker, in his early twenties Dürer became interested in making prints….

Raphael Sanzio Jan 09, 2012 Artist’s Biography School of Raphael (1483-1520) Born in the artistic center of Urbino, Italy as Raphaello Sanzio, Raphael received his early training in art from his father, the painter Giovanni Santi. Aware of his son’s talents, Giovanni soon sent him to the workshop of Pietro Perugino, a local artist of considerable talent. Raphael was a genius, and quickly evolved…

Russian Lacquer Boxes – One of Russia’s Most Intricate Art Forms Jan 09, 2011 Russian lacquer boxes are one of Russia’s most intricate art forms. These miniature masterpieces are not only highly decorative and collectible. What are Russian lacquer boxes made of? An authentic Russian lacquer box is made from a very high quality papier-mâché. Papier-mâché…

Robert Held Art Glass Jan 05, 2011 Robert Held Art Glass, Canada’s largest hot glass studio and gallery, located in the heart of Kitsilano, Vancouver, British Columbia. Visitors to our studio are welcome to visit, stay for a demonstration and learn about an ancient art form that amazes even today. Robert Held’s art glass collections…