Get yourself acquainted with a few romantic artworks! You'll probably find it handy, who knows?
1. "The First Kiss" by William-Adolphe Bouguereau
This artwork depicts the first kiss between Cupid and Psyche, acting as a symbol for overcoming obstacles of love and ultimately leading to a sacred marriage. The story of Cupid and Psyche comes from Greek and Roman myths.
2. "Kiss V" by Roy Lichtenstein
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As one of the most renowned pop artists, Lichtenstein gives his artwork a modern twist by creating blown up comic images. The artwork depicts the melodramatic meeting of two lovers, fused with passion and agony at the same time.
3. "Love (Sculpture)" by Robert Indiana
https://www.phillyvoice.com/robert-indiana-artist-behind-phillys-iconic-love-sculpture-dies-89/
The pop art image originally appeared on the MoMa Christmas card in 1964 with green and blue serving as the negative spaces of the print. These colors were specifically chosen to represent the Phillips 66 gas station during the age of Depression, which Indiana's father worked at. The word "love" is connected to Indian's childhood when he went to a Christian Church that says "God is Love" on its walls. Now, this sculpture is displayed all around the world, including California, Philadelphia, New York, and even Taiwan.
4. "Discarded Roses" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
https://www.globalgallery.com/detail/267141/renoir-discarded-roses
Renoir, a leading artist during the Impressionist era, is known for his celebration of the feminine beauty and sensuality. Therefore, this hand painted oil production of roses could be seen as a representation of the epitome of beauty with the perfect texture and color that Renoir had created.
5. "Untitled (Love)" by Keith Haring
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Keith Haring is both an artist and activist and peaked in his career around 1980s. As one of the few public figures that came out of the closet when it was a taboo, Haring demonstrated courage for love. Thus, the heart-love motif shows up in various paintings throughout his lifetime.