Artist biography sample pdf
Famous painters 20th century.
A list of artist biographies.
Leonardo Da Vinci (1452–1519) Italian Renaissance painter, scientist, inventor, and polymath.
Famous painters in history
Da Vinci is one of most famous painters for his iconic Mona Lisa and Last Supper.
Botticelli (1445–1510) Italian, early Renaissance painter. His greatest works include; The Birth of Venus and Primavera.
Michelangelo (1475–1564) Renaissance sculptor, painter and architect.
Famous works include the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and the statue of David.
Raphael (1483–1520) Italian painter. Raphael, Da Vinci and Michelangelo make up the high Renaissance trinity.
Famous painters todayRaphael’s works are noted for their clarity and classical portrayal of the neo-platonic ideal of man.
Caravaggio (1571–1610) Italian Baroque painter. Caravaggio painted many portraits noted for their naturalism, highlighted by the innovative use of chiaroscuro (contrast of light and shadow).
Notable works include: Calling of Saint Matthew and Conversion of Saint Paul.
Bernini (1598–1