Baroque: When Art Went Full Drama Queen

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Time when art went big, bold, and a bit dramatic, much like your memories of a first love story. Born in the 17th century, Baroque art is all about grandeur, emotion, and movement. Think of it as the soap opera of art: intense lighting, dramatic poses, and an explosion of detail. Caravaggio painted with shadows so deep, you’d think the light bill was overdue, while Bernini’s sculptures seemed ready to leap off their pedestals. Baroque artists weren’t just painting pictures; they were telling stories—full of drama, passion, and a little bit of flair.

Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio - Vocazione di san Matteo, 1599-1600 (Rome San Luigi dei Francesi). The Calling of St. Matthew by Caravaggio depicts the biblical moment when Jesus calls Matthew, a tax collector, to follow him.

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