You never realized these 3 legendary artists were self-taught
Gaining recognition in the world of art is incredibly hard. The stories of these 3 famous self-taught artists prove that everything is possible, even without professional guidance.
Self-education requires a lot of diligence, patience and much more than a little motivation. All the artists from the list received very little or no education – some of them didn't have any degree at all.
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#1 Henri Rousseau started painting at the age of 40
Before that, Rousseau was just a clerk who never attended an art class. He learned to paint himself, often visiting Louvre and sketching there. He is rightfully considered one of the most famous self-taught artists and a major figure of the 20th-century avan-garde.
#2 Vincent van Gogh never got formal education
When it comes to famous self-taught artists, it's impossible not to mention Vincent van Gogh, one of the most iconic painters in history.
As a child, he was educated at home. When he decided to become an artist, Van Gogh entered an art academy, which he left several months later. He was not comfortable with the traditional teaching techniques, and continued his way in the world of art on his on.
Who is Vincent van Gogh? Learn more about this iconic artist and his most mysterious painting here.
#3 Frida Kahlo is considered one of the most successful artists without degrees
Kahlo, who discovered her artistic talent quite early, didn't have a chance to finish medical school, even though she wanted to. At the age of 18, after a horrible bus incident, she had been confined to bed for 3 months. During the recovery, Kahlo started painting self-portraits and developed her own style. She never went to art school.
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