Picasso - The MAster
Pablo Picasso, born on October 25, 1881, was a visionary artist who made a lasting impact on the world of art and society. He was also a curious and adventurous explorer of nature and science.
We as artists – writers inspired by all art forms – are humbled by the works of this amazing master. And we, like Picasso in his works, sprinkle adventure, nature and science through the pages of our novels: Adam in Taoland, Homeland Rescued, and Never Forgotten.
Perhaps the most unique thing about Picasso is how his art morphed so dramatically through distinct periods of his journey. Back in his Blue Period (1901-1904), Picasso depicted scenes of poverty, despair, and alienation – painting in shades of blue, expressing his own sadness and loneliness. Then, in the happier times of his Rose Period (1904-1906), Picasso used warmer colors, pinks and reds, and painted circus performers, acrobats, and harlequins.
Later, in his African Period (1906-1909), influenced by African art, masks and sculptures, he experimented with simplified forms, geometric shapes, and distorted features. Then he switched to Cubism (1909-1919), developing a revolutionary new style that broke down objects into multiple facets and perspectives – using collage, newspaper clippings, wallpaper, and other materials to create unprecedented new compositions.
After World War I, Picasso moved to Neoclassicism (1919-1924) – when he painted portraits inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art. Next, Picasso brought us Surrealism (1924-1937) – as he explored the unconscious mind and dreams with distorted forms, biomorphic shapes, and symbolic imagery. During the War Years (1937-1945), Picasso reacted to the horrors of the Spanish Civil War and World War II with powerful political paintings that denounced violence and oppression.
Finally during his Later Years (1945-1973), Picasso experimented with other styles until his death. He explored love, sexuality, mythology, history, and art itself. He worked on sculpture, ceramics, prints, stage design, poetry, and photography. With partners, he invented new forms of expression, challenged the conventions of perspective, representation, and illusion.
While Picasso’s contributions to the world of art are immense and unparalleled, his contributions to the world of nature and science are less known but still significant. Fascinated by nature and animals, he collected natural specimens during his travels. Picasso’s interests in science and technology included anatomy , physics , mathematics, astronomy , geology , biology , chemistry , optics , mechanics , engineering , photography, cinema , radio , television , nuclear energy , space exploration. To call Pablo Picasso amazing would be a gross understatement.
Rewalking the journey of Pablo Picasso, we are indeed humbled. We can safely say that while all artists change through life experiences – none has altered art styles as frequently or as far-reaching as this amazing artist.
We ourselves are constantly evolving as writers – influenced by our own personal stories, world events, the people passing through, and inspirational historical figures. As co-authors we compliment each other because our lives have been so very different. Together in our novels we provide you with the evolutions and self-discoveries of Adam and Tariana – covering their lives from the ages of 20 to 80.
As artists, we greatly appreciate the encouragement and support we receive from our readers. We hope you enjoy and find value and inspiration in our writings – all influenced by real life events and individuals such as Pablo Picasso.
