The Perfect Art Style for Your Star Sign
Are you a perpetual eye-roller when it comes to astrology, or do you live life according to the destiny laid out in your horoscope? There are only a handful of things more controversial than art, and astrology is one of them. So… we’ve combined the two! We’re sure you’ll find the perfect art style for your star sign – and if not, you might at least be in for a few laughs.
Pisces: A Star Sign for Surrealism
The OG creative star sign. Given the fish of the zodiac are known for their artistic flair and imaginative qualities, Surrealism is a perfect art style for a Pisces. As the Pisces effortlessly adapt to their surroundings, they can dive deep into the collective unconscious. This makes them an ideal match with Surrealism’s potential to challenge the human experience.
No Mirage by New York artist Stephen Hall. There might not be any fish in this piece, but we’re sure it will go down a treat with our Pisces friends all the same!
Aries: Futurism
As the first sign of the zodiac, those born within the Aries month are trailblazers. The fire within their sign indicates passion, motivation, spontaneity, and energy. Much like Futurism’s ambitious and cutting-edge movement, Aries are bold and adventurous characters with an advanced attitude to urban development.
Floating at the Speed of Light by Brad Holland. The artist cites modernism as an influence in his work.
Hailing from Italy in the early 20th Century, Futurism stems from youth-led societal movements, rapid change, and technological advancements. At the time, Futurism set out to move Italy from its past and embrace a more modern way of living. In its present form, it continues to embody the values of modernity. Similarly, Aries is guided by technology and fast change.
Taurus: A Star Sign Meant for Impressionism
Ah, to be en plein air in peaceful meadows, complete stillness and dreamy skylines. Naturally, your ideal place to pass the time is in a Van Gogh painting. The on-the-spot, spontaneous, and outdoor nature of Impressionism is perfect for Taureans, who, as earth signs represented by the bull, thrive in pastoral environments.
Adria by Impressionist artist Katie Wyatt.
The visible paint strokes, focus on light, trademarks of the impressionist style, and focus on capturing fleeting moments make it perfect for a star sign known to appreciate the impermanence of time more than most. Explore our Impressionism collection for more Taurus-appropriate artworks.
The Many Sides of Gemini: Cubism
The quick-witted Gemini represents two different personalities in one – and you can never be sure which one you will face, giving them a bit of a bad rep. Artists who explore cubism in their work typically analyze their subjects. They are broken up and reassembled through abstraction.
Geminis, relate much? Mid Marge by Andrew Neilan.
Like the Gemini, a cubist artwork depicts many angles rather than a traditional single viewpoint. The grandfather of Cubism, Pablo Picasso, needs no introduction and has left a legacy in this artistic technique. Many Bluethumb artists, like Andrew Neilan, have created Picasso-inspired artworks.
Cancer: The Cardinal Expressionist
The cardinal water sign Cancer runs as deep as vast oceans and can come off just as cold! Like the crab that rules the star sign, Cancerians can be seen as challenging to get to know or understand as they interact with the world in a sideways manner. Expressionism, anyone?
Splendour by Riccardo Angelo employs feeling in the subject’s form.
Intuitive and sentimental, their emotions often drive their decision-making. Similarly, expressionism is driven by waves of emotion; conveying feeling in an artwork takes priority over reality. A viewer can feel a sense of intimacy between the painter and his subject by looking at the work of expressionists.
Leo: Aligning with the Baroque
At the peak of the Baroque movement, the drama, richness, and intensity of art reflected the vision of the bourgeoisie. Whereas another star sign may shy away from this drama, it gives the limelight Leo is used to! The confidence and lavish style with which baroque art is characterized runs parallel with the quality of this lion-ruled star sign.
Mourning Dove and Still-Life by Paul Cheng embraces the moody contrast and warm color that is quintessentially Baroque.
Virgo: Thriving in Minimalism
Virgos are known as the perfectionists of the zodiac. Their love of focusing on the finer details in life and organized spaces is a product of their diligent, logical, and creative minds. Virgos thrive with structure in their surroundings, so Minimalist artworks that bolster a refined composition, straight lines, and a minimal color palette are sure to please.
Untitled by Michelle Tholen offers a satisfying composition and a clean aesthetic, which gets Virgo’s approval.
Symmetry-Loving Star Sign Libra: Pop Art
Libra is the only star sign of the zodiac ruled by an inanimate object. The scales they are so perfectly represented by highlight a desire for balance and harmony. Art that includes symmetry and even proportions is a guaranteed favorite for a peace-loving Libra.
Libras, rejoice! Still Life No.366 by Andria Beighton features precise line work and complimentary colors to satisfy your need for balance.
While the aesthetically pleasing quality of a balanced composition can be found across many art styles, pop art’s tendency to utilize symmetry and balance in its layout makes it an alluring art style for the indecisive Libra. In its borrowing of pop culture references, Pop Art isn’t too dissimilar from the Libra, who, in their eagerness to please, likewise borrow more vital traits from other star signs. Sorry, Libras!
Scorpio: Romanticism
Despite the name, Romanticism explored the deeper, darker side of human emotion and its complexities. Similarly, the brooding and often misunderstood Scorpio may appear moody and unapproachable.
Candlelight, by Richard Jolley, captures his subject’s vulnerability and emotional state.
Scorpios are known for their fiery intensity, yet as a water sign, their moods run as deep as an ocean. Pieces that are luxurious, evocative, and possess a sense of drama will impress any Scorpio.
Sagittarius: Contemporary Photography
The intellectuals of the zodiac need a forward-thinking and advanced art style to occupy their curious minds. Like other fire signs, those born under the Sagittarius star sign endeavor to experience as much as possible and keep in constant touch with the world. They are the first to celebrate technological advancements and the beauty of modern life.
Behind The Wheel by photographer Andrew Rovenko.
The popularity of photography is on the rise as it continues to show new and innovative ways of seeing our everyday landscapes. Whether a photographer explores urban scenes, fulfills a narrative through documentary, or spins the viewer’s perspective with impressive post-production, contemporary photography demonstrates the values of modern society and changes in the same way the progressive Sagittarius does.
Capricorn: Keeping It Real with Realism
The responsibility, drive, and discipline a Capricorn executes is unrivaled by any other star sign in the zodiac! These earth-ruled sea goats – you heard us – have an admirable ability to see things as they are and to find beauty in what’s authentic. For this reason, Realistic art aligns perfectly with a Capricornian’s character.
Peonie Garden by Collectible artist Nicole Reed.
The earth essence to this star sign allows a Capricorn to stay grounded and exercise self-control within both professional and personal contexts of their lives. This makes realism a reliable choice of art style as it prioritizes a truthful representation of a subject, stripped of pretense or delusions of grandeur.
Aquarius: An Appreciation for Abstraction
Aquarius’s messy and rebellious nature makes for the most thought-provoking art style! It can be hard to keep up with the flow of water-based sign Aquarius as they express themselves in controversial terms and follow what they believe is right, seeking validation from nobody else.
The Balance of Light within Darkness by abstract artist April Ireland.
Abstract art allows an artist to express feelings, concepts, and spirituality. To express their reality, the Aquarius and the Abstract artists reject convention and celebrate what’s uniquely human.
Check out Bluethumb’s Astrology Art curation for all your horoscope art needs!
