5 TikTok Accounts to Learn Art History

Discover artists and stories explained in a fun, diverse way thanks to these educational TikTokers

Since it was first released back in 2016, TikTok has become a global success, with more than 3.5 million downloads in 2022 so far, making it the most downloaded app in the world. The short-form video platform, known for its trendsetting formats and viral potential, is also a space that many go to to learn, with more and more “TikTokers” sharing educational content on their expertise, influences, and beyond.

Via the app, you can expand your knowledge on a wide variety of topics including art history. TikTok’s team curates educational content under the #LearnOnTikTok hashtag meaning you can access everything from professional profiles to stories of women and groups that aren’t usually visible in the art education space.

Below, we share 5 art history accounts, filled with stories, secrets, and insider tips to inspire your artistic side.

Discover these 5 TikTok accounts and learn art history

The work of the creators of the list, among other things, helps to give visibility to creative women or queer artists, often marginalized in conventional media and history books.

1. Tatyana About Art

Tatyana is an art historian and art vlogger who, via her account @tatyanaaboutart, shares her take on art from around the world with over 300K followers in a fast, accessible, and modern way.

As well as posting collections of art on common themes including ‘Redheads of Art History’ and ‘Monumental Sculptures’, she provides her in-depth analysis of specific works, along with news from the art world, including this discovery of Van Gogh’s hidden self-portrait.

Tatyana encourages followers to engage with historic art in a contemporary way, creating content that invites them to recognize themselves in classic works and make light of art restorations that are famous for their questionable resemblance to the original.

2. Golden Dinars

Sara, or @goldendinars as she’s better known on TikTok, is another creator whose humor plays an important role in her videos. From analyzing the artwork of toddlers to her satirical portrayal of artistic stereotypes, her approach to art is light-hearted and easy to digest.

Like the other accounts on this list, Sara addresses specific works in her video content, and she explores the modern dilemmas surrounding the art world including the risk of AI for artists, and the difference between being inspired by and stealing someone’s work. She also shares her own creative process and the progress she has made throughout her artistic journey so far.

3. Artmajeur

Artmajeur is an online art sales platform whose aim is “to allow contemporary artists to present and sell their work by themselves, simply and intuitively.” Via their website, they have dedicated areas for sculpture, photography, and art, among others, as well as a magazine for creative inspiration.

Their TikTok account is an extension of their website, covering everything from impressionism to pop art and surrealism. Discover art that dates back as far as the 1500s, lesser-known works from iconic artists, trendy art through the decades, and more.

4. That’s Pretty Neat

Susan is the creative mind behind @thatsprettyneeat and, while much of her content covers contemporary art, she also posts videos dedicated to the classics like the Mona Lisa and Monet’s Water Lilies.

Susan explores art in the context of pop culture, posting references in HBO’s Euphoria and Kayne West’s music video, and she shares tools for finding new artists for those interested in expanding their knowledge of up-and-coming creatives and their work. Fans of international art can also find behind-the-scenes footage from galleries and art experiences.

5. Domestika

You can browse more content about art and creativity, via Domestika’s TikTok account, with advice directly from creative professionals in a variety of disciplines. Discover the artistic process of experts in embroidery, digital illustration, ceramics, and beyond, and get inspired by their style, techniques, and works.

Are you familiar with these art history accounts? Let us know your favorites in the comments. They are just a few of many dedicated to creative passions. Remember you can share yours and also take advantage of current content trends, by using TikTok as a tool to expand your training or promote your project. If you need guidance on getting the most out of TikTok, take a look at these online courses: Introduction to TikTok for Creatives and TikTok Strategies for Beginners.

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