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National Museum of Science and Technology: Leonardo
Leonardo da Vinci, famous Renaissance painter and inventor, is the subject of a special collection of resources maintained by the National Museum of Science and Technology in Milan, Italy. Includes a gallery of his work, his biography,...
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian American Art Museum: Rembrandt Peale
From the Luce Foundation Center at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, this is a portrait photograph and biography of Rembrandt Peale, the early American portrait painter and most of famous of the Peale brothers family of artists.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Vigee Le Brun, Self Portrait
Elisabeth Louise Vigee-LeBrun became famous and wealthy as Queen Marie-Antoinette's official court painter. View pictures and read about her life in this essay.
National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art: Mary Cassatt
A site by the National Gallery of Art of twelve selected Cassatt color prints. There is also a biography of the artist.
CGFA
Carol Gerten Fine Arts: Caravaggio
This resource contains a biography of the great artist as well as a gallery of his works. Be sure to click the link at the bottom for more information.
Other
Spanish arts.com: The Museum of "El Prado"
Enter the largest art gallery in the world, the museum of "El Prado." Click on sculpture, drawing and coin exhibits. Peruse through exhibits online and be enriched by the captivating works of art.
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: Chronological Listing of Portrait Artists
ArtCyclopedia's complete list of portrait artists from the 15th century to today. There are links to the artists' biography and works.
Other
Museo De Arte De Puerto Rico (Museum of Art of p.r.)
The online home of the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico lets visitors view special exhibitions and examples from its permanent collection. Its artist biographies and its glossary of art terms, which is accessible by clicking through to the...
National Audubon Society
National Audubon Society: John James Audubon 1785 1851
This site contains biographical information of one of America's most famous naturalist painters. The website describes the life of the famous wildlife artist John James Audubon, born in 1785.
Other
The Worldwide Art Gallery: Still Life
This site has a basic description of still-life art with several famous examples from great painters.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Dawn at the Alamo: Stephen F. Austin, From the "Log Cabin"
Here is portrait of famous Texan, Stephen F. Austin, by "Dawn at the Alamo" painter, Henry McArdle. Below the portrait is a handwritten explanation of the image, as well as a line-by-line typed transcription. Includes a link to a...
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Dawn at the Alamo: Portrait of James Bowie
Here is a portrait of famous Texan James Bowie by "Dawn at the Alamo" painter, Henry McArdle. Includes a link to a bio on Bowie as well as "a report written by Jim Bowie on the 1835 Indian situation in Texas."
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Dawn at the Alamo: Portrait of David Crockett
Here is a portrait of famous Texan David Crockett by the "Dawn at the Alamo" painter, Henry McArdle. Includes a link to a bio on Crockett.
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Art Republic: Neo Impressionism/pointillism
This site provides a description of the neo-impressionistic movement and mentions some of the more famous neo-impressionist painters.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian American Art Museum: John Quidor
A brief biographical sketch of John Quidor, an American romantic painter famous for his works based on literary themes. Includes a link to "The Headless Horseman Pursuing Ichabod Crane," a work by Quidor in Smithsonian's collection.
Van Gogh Gallery
Vincent Van Gogh Gallery: Drawings
This site offers tremendous drawings by Vincent van Gogh that are listed in alphabetical order. Peruse through the listings and gaze upon some of the most creative works of art in history.
Other
Ellen's Place: Thomas Moran, Artist of the Mountains
Biographical overview of Thomas Moran, renowned artist of western landscape paintings. Includes gallery of artwork.
Other
Art, Repetition, and Jacob Lawrence
A great idea for a lesson including the style of Jacob Lawrence's "Parade." Not only includes lesson, but also a list of artists with similar styles to Lawrence. Lesson is under Instructional Unit Three.
National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art: Gilbert Stuart Paints the First Five Presidents
Gilbert Stuart was commissioned to paint the portraits of our nation's first five presidents. Read a little bit about the history of this set and see details of the images.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Salvador Dali Biography
Interesting biographical information and fun facts about surrealist artist, Salvador Dali.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Artemisia Gentileschi
A post-Renaissance painter, Artemisia Gentileschi was the only woman of her time to consistently and successfully tackle religious and historical scenarios on canvas. Use this resource to learn about her famous paintings as well as her...
Curated OER
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A very detailed biography of Flemish painter Jan van Eyck with links to and descriptions of some of his most famous paintings.
Curated OER
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A very detailed biography of Flemish painter Jan van Eyck with links to and descriptions of some of his most famous paintings.
Curated OER
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Detailed biography on the famous Italian painter Raphael who lived during the high Italian Renaissance. Discusses his influences by other artists, his works, and links to images of them.