Famous Artists

Famous Artists of all Time?

Priscilla Ulloa, Art 

10/25/24

Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci was a very old artist. He was born on April 15, 1452, and died on May 2, 1519. He made many famous pieces, including " The Last Supper " and " Mona Lisa," originally inspired by his wife! He changed art forever and left a mark on Western art being one of the most famous artists EVER. His art was also originally not famous but then art just became famous and so did his art blowing up and going for millions now! Overall renowned and inspirational artists who made a lot of great pieces and had a great life!

" Mona Lisa " made by Leonardo da Vinci, photo from KidzArt

" The Last Supper " by Leonardo da Vinci, photo from Wikipedia

" Van Gogh self-portrait " by Vincent van Gogh , photo from Wikipedia

" The Starry Night " made by Vincent van Gogh, photo from Wikipedia

Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh is also a VERY old artist born March 30, 1853, and died July 29, 1890. His most famous pieces everyone knows are " The Starry Night" and " Van Gogh Self-portrait ". He has a very unique art style that has emotion with every stroke and his pieces have texture. Also, the way he died was he shot himself with a revolver and then died 2 days later with his brother by his side. Overall he was a unique artist who made his style of painting and changed art.

Pablo Picasso

Pablo Picasso is an old artist born Oct 25, 1881, and died April 8, 1973. He had some famous pieces two including " Guernica " and " The Old Guitarist "! The reason he was famous is he co-founded the cubism art style which changed art with how abstract and unique it was.  He died at 91 years old due to lung congestion and had many children. Overall great artist who made a revolutionary art style used by many people today and back then!

" Guernica " made by Pablo Picasso, photo from Wiki

" The Old Guitarist " by Pablo Picasso photo from Wiki

I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death. - Leonardo da Vinci

About the Contributor

Priscilla Ulloa

Art

My name is Priscilla Ulloa I'm a 7th grade Art Major, and my birthday is Nov 4th! I love drawing, playing video games, etc! I also love my family, friends, and pets. I am catholic and have done my 1st communion and confirmation! Also, I love my phone and decorating! My favorite foods are pizza, and pozole and I love chocolate. Fun fact I've never broken a bone at all!