http://www.artcyclopedia.com
This website is a great resource to find out more about all things art related. This site features essays, photos, profiles and an easy to use searchable database.
www.metmuseum.org/toah/splash.htm
This page is a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s website in New York, NY. It offers a unique, interactive way to look at art through the ages. Click on an era or object that interests you, or use the search function to look for specific treasures. This page in particular has the perfect tool for learning about the development of art through history, but don’t hesitate to try the main page as well at www.metmuseum.org.
www.artchive.com
Mark Harden’s artchive is another online resource that features in-depth, invaluable information about art and artists. If you need to see a high-quality picture of a specific work, it can usually be found here. The “Artchive Tours”, grouped according to different topics of interest are a perfect way to browse art. However, unless you are willing to become a sponsor, beware the popups.
www.moma.org
The official website for the Museum of Modern art in New York, NY. Use this site to view their extensive collection of modern art online.
www.artnet.com
This site is a must for anyone interested in collecting art or the art world in general. Visitors can research art, artists, galleries, auctions, prices, upcoming events and market trends. A website for the serious art-lover.
www.louvre.fr
The official website of the Louvre in Paris, France. Learn about the history of the Louvre, search the vast collection or check out past and present exhibitions.
www.nationalgallery.org.uk
The National Gallery in London, England. Search the permanent collection, past and present exhibitions, or read articles on the latest art news.
www.canadianart.ca
A good way to keep up with exhibitions and new artists in Canada, Canadian Art magazine’s online site is a useful resource for those who want up to the moment information about the art world here at home.
http://national.gallery.ca
This is the website of the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, Ontario. It not only allows you to search the gallery collection and past and present exhibitions, it is also the home of Cybermuse, an online art resource. Cybermuse has sections for teachers, children, and art enthusiasts as well as a searchable database of Canadian art. Visitors can take advantage of the many sections detailing new acquisitions, different art topics, and the zoom in map of Canada that details all the art exhibitions at galleries in their area.
www.guggenheim.org
The Guggenheim portal allows you to connect with the Guggenheim Museum in each of its locations: New York, Bilbao, Venice, Berlin and Las Vegas. Search each site’s permanent collections, or browse their past and present exhibitions.
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