Which artist do you fancy?

Art is a very intricate and emotional field that has the power to connect on a personal level with us. Many great names have established a strong connection to others with a stroke of their brushes. From the bold, vibrant and dramatic portraits of Van Gogh to the minimal and natural style of Frank Stella, there are many artists who have managed to capture our hearts and open up the creative corner in our minds with their work. But why are we attracted to a particular artist's work and what really draws us to them?

Technical skill is what draws some people to artists. Artists spend years mastering their craft, from composition, depth, colour and technique. The intricate and life-like details of Dutch artist Rembrandt is one such example. His drawings like "The Night Watch," a portrait of a military group, are so hyper realistic, you'll think they're right in front of you. Another excellent example is Salvador Dali. He usually draws bizarre objects and situations, but they're so well presented, you might as well think they really exist! His painting "The Persistence of Memory" is one such example.

Some artists are able to use their imagination to convey a mood, make you feel, not think. These tend to echo within the viewer on a deeper level. Artists like Van Gogh, who use contrasting colours and fine brush strokes to really evoke an intense emotional response. Another example, Pablo Picasso, whose highly stylised and distorted paintings almost put you in a trance-like state, your mind going through a flurry of emotions as you work out what's in front of you.

A powerful message is often a way to connect with a viewer. Some artists use art as a way to motivate and give people the strength to put their foot down and unite. Banksy, the well-known anonymous street artist is a perfect example. His graffiti highlighting social, political and cultural issues are what makes him standout. Another example is Zainul Abedin, who has harmonised with the people of Bangladesh. One of his famous works, "Famine series," portrayed the suffering of the Bengal famine of 1943 and induced strong emotions and engaged deeply with people.

At the end of the day, there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to art. The beauty of it is how it connects with us on a spiritual level and inspires us in a variety of ways. By exploring more artists and what mutual connection we find with them is ultimately how we can figure out which artist we fancy.