Eye Candy for Today: Johannes Verspronk Portrait
Johannes Cornelisz Verspronck’s 17th‑century oil "Andries Stilte as a Standard Bearer" has been highlighted on the National Gallery of Art’s website, offering high‑resolution zoom and download options. The 41 × 31 in. portrait captures militia officer Andries Stilte with striking three‑dimensionality, achieved through a forward‑projecting elbow and a strong light‑dark contrast. Verspronck’s meticulous rendering of the uniform underscores the sitter’s rank, while elements like the feathered hat are rendered with economical brushwork. The digital presentation introduces a largely unknown Dutch master to a global audience.
Lynn Boggess (Update)
West Virginia painter Lynn Boggess, known for applying paint with cement trowels, is currently showcasing a solo exhibition at the Principle Gallery in Alexandria, Virginia. The show opened on April 24, 2026 and is expected to run for about a...
Eye Candy for Today: Jasper Cropsey’s Autumn – On the Hudson River
Jasper Francis Cropsey’s landmark oil, “Autumn – On the Hudson River,” measures 60 × 108 inches and resides in Washington’s National Gallery of Art. The museum provides a zoomable view and a downloadable high‑resolution file, making the 19th‑century masterpiece widely accessible. Cropsey,...
Eye Candy for Today: Martin Heade Orchid
Martin Johnson Heade’s 1863 oil "Cattleya Orchid and Three Hummingbirds" showcases the artist’s late‑career fascination with exotic flora and fauna. The 14 × 18‑inch work pairs a vivid pink Cattleya orchid with three hummingbirds perched amid a misty forest backdrop. Housed in...
Angela Hao
Angela Hao, a U.S.-based illustrator, explores Japan’s neighborhoods through Google Street View and translates the quirky storefronts she discovers into digital ink and watercolor‑style artworks using Procreate. Her pieces capture minute architectural details and the personality of each shop, creating...
Eye Candy for Today: Edward Seago Scene of Rome
Lines and Colors, a long‑running art blog, posted a new "Eye Candy for Today" feature showcasing Edward Seago’s watercolor scene of Rome. The entry highlights the artist’s delicate palette and composition, positioning the piece among the site’s high‑resolution art images....
Emilio Ocón Y Rivas
Emilio Ocón y Rivas, a 19th‑century Spanish painter from Malaga, is credited with founding the city’s School of Marine Artists. His works are celebrated for capturing the sea’s shifting atmospheres, from tranquil sunshine to stormy darkness. Ocón’s career ended tragically...
Eye Candy for Today: Mucha’s The Seasons: Spring
Alphonse Mucha’s 1896 poster “Spring,” part of his celebrated Seasons series, showcases the hallmark elegance and ornamental flair of Art Nouveau. The work depicts a youthful female figure surrounded by botanical motifs that embody the vernal season, reflecting Mucha’s signature blend...
Loïc Jouannigot
Loïc Jouannigot is a French illustrator celebrated for his charming children’s‑book style, blending precise line work with a loose, sketchy feel. His illustrations feature richly detailed cut‑away scenes populated by multiple animal characters, rendered in a balanced palette of muted...
Eye Candy for Today: Henry Farrer Graphite Drawing
The Morgan Library has highlighted Henry Farrer’s 19th‑century graphite drawing “Landscape by a Stream,” a 15 × 22‑inch work that blends meticulous detail with seemingly casual scribbles. The composition is anchored by a dominant V‑shaped tree, while foliage and distant elements are...
A Pair of Watercolor Portraits by Ernesto Levorati
Two 12 × 8‑inch watercolor portraits of children by 19th‑century Italian artist Ernesto Levorati surfaced in a private collection after appearing in a 2024 Bonhams auction. The works display a delicate, dry‑brush texture that recalls botanical illustration, creating soft, expressive faces. Despite...
Eye Candy for Today: Sargent Watercolor From Villa Di Marlia
John Singer Sargent’s watercolor "Villa di Marlia, Lucca – A Fountain" (16 × 21 in.) resides in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and was featured in a recent Brooklyn Museum exhibition. The work demonstrates Sargent’s practice of mixing Chinese White (zinc white)...