Blog — OilPainting

The History of Ceramics – From Underglaze Painting on Porcelain to Contemporary Ceramic Art Ceramics is one of the oldest art forms in human history. Since prehistoric times, clay has been shaped into functional vessels and ritual objects. Early ceramic artifacts have been discovered in regions such as Mesopotamia and China, where kiln technology developed rapidly and pottery evolved from utility into artistic expression. In Ancient Greece, painted pottery reached remarkable refinement. Workshops in Athens became famous for black-figure and red-figure vase painting, where mythological narratives and scenes of daily life were rendered with technical precision. These vessels were not...

Figurative Art in Art History – The Power of the Human Figure from Antiquity to Contemporary Art Figurative art has been one of the most enduring and powerful forms of artistic expression throughout history. The depiction of the human figure has never been merely about representing the body – it has always carried meanings of power, identity, beauty, vulnerability, and social commentary. Already in Ancient Greece, sculptors such as Phidias and Polykleitos created idealized human forms based on harmonious proportions, shaping Western art for centuries. Roman realism later introduced psychological intensity into portraiture, emphasizing individuality over perfection. During the Renaissance,...

Breaking away from the conventional “lady and her cat” imagery, “YOU ARE NOT REAL” challenges the duality of woman and beast. The artworks boldly subvert societal expectations, questioning whether the woman is truly civilized or the cat truly tame. A celebration of wildness and rebellion, this series explores the balance between control and chaos, where boundaries are fluid and self-expression knows no limits.

In “I Am My Art, I Am My Painting,” Katrin Valgemäe explores the intimate connection between her identity and her creative process. She reveals how her art mirrors the chaos and growth in her life, embracing imperfection and raw authenticity. Each work reflects the battles fought and the truths uncovered through the creative journey, defying norms and celebrating the beauty in messiness.

In this post, Katrin Valgemäe shares the influence of her artwork on the interior of Thai Boh, a restaurant with a vibrant and eclectic aesthetic. The piece “Pedigree” from her “Queens of Chaos” exhibition finds its home on the golden brick wall, challenging the boundaries of high and low culture while adding audacity to the space. Valgemäe discusses the creative process behind curating the restaurant’s color schemes and designing the unique atmosphere.