Artists and Objects that will Inspire You

1. For the artist who seeks new inspiration, or for the art lover who wants to be surrounded by creativity, here are some artists and objects that are sure to inspire.

2. American artist Georgia O'Keeffe was known for her paintings of flowers, but she was also inspired by the everyday objects around her. O'Keeffe once said, "I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way... things I had no words for." Her work is a reminder that even the simplest objects can be beautiful and inspiring.

3. Another artist who found inspiration in everyday objects was French painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Renoir is known for his paintings of people, but he also loved to paint still lifes of flowers, fruit, and other objects. He once said, "I paint objects as I think them, not as I see them." Renoir's work is a reminder that our own thoughts and feelings can be the most inspiring.

4. For the artist who is looking for something a little more unusual, try looking to the past for inspiration. The British Museum in London has a collection of ancient Egyptian art, including statues, paintings, and even jewelry. These objects are thousands of years old, but they still have the power to inspire.

5. Or take a look at the future for inspiration. The Museum of Modern Art in New York has a collection of contemporary art, including paintings, sculptures, and even video art. These objects are from the present day, but they offer a glimpse into the future of art.