What prompted Pablo Picasso's famous Blue Period?

he cared deeply and it came out in his painting. sometimes it takes a big emotional hit to your psyche to make you see that side of life. he obviously suffered from depression after that.

RoyalChicken69431, bit of a mean response to Dina Diaz, I have to say. Who knows why he, or she, is homeless. The point is also a fair one. Paying that much for a painting, could be considered as rather obscene obscene, given all the good causes that could benefit, even though I enjoy art. I also believe that everyone has the right to do what they want with their own money, and that a totally socialist approach to life and the economy does not eventually make anyone better off, in the end. To take Dinadiaz’s point to its natural conclusion would mean that no one could own anything, or enjoy the products of their industry and contribution. That is called communism. And it has never worked, wherever it has been tried. We can disagree with the point that has been made, but that does not justify having a go at the poster. As I said, you do not know anything about this individual, and their life circumstances. It seems to me though, that there is a willingness to work, as the message as that perhaps the purchaser of the painting could give him/ her a job so that there could be opportunity to get out of the situation.

The Picasso on my wall isn't blue! Gonna exchange it!

He even lost his sister at a young age if I'm correct and his friend committed suicide. But Picasso didn't let that hold him back from perusing his dreams of being a successful artist.

I am in my green period

Trey, I am sorry but you have a very common opinion that "anyone" can make art. It is not like that.... To make real abstract art, take as much if not more effort than a representation of reality.

Love art, totally subjective, it's everywhere... and in everything 😊

nancyinfernley, To me, blue is cheerful and soothing.

Criticism of art is like evaluating music. Some only like realistic art, yet even Monet, Manet & Cezanne were criticized in their time.. To understand abstract art for some is like making sense of Jazz or Death metal vs bluegrass or classical. You either appreciate it or you don't, it doesn't make any less of the artist. How many people will stand in awe at an equation of quantum mechanics ? It's as beautiful to some.

I can paint the town and draw flies ( road kill works better than honey or vinegar ) just saying.

I see what it means to feel Blue 🔵😭

I also love art, can do art and had a great Aunt who was a beautiful artist. Debby

He was a deeply talented and intelligent person, whose work reflected his focus on life.

Player #10056721, I agree.. I was looking for the other answer tho that he wasn't famous At All at the time & actually blue paints were the cheapest to buy/use... should've guessed something depressing tho lol

Player #10056721, if I recall correctly Picasso was actually a very talented realist as well he was painting from a whole different place though when he was in the abstract

Player #10056721, very many artists leave a big part of themselves on the canvas/playing field/stage/screen ect. sometimes they come back better, sometimes they left too much out theresometimes they dont comeback!i admire them for their courage.

Player #10056721, Many unknown artist around,,I love to paint,,have wonderful paintings in my private bedroom,,proud of myself,,but NO one in my family cares about my art work,,just me,,and God,,who gave me the talent,,

nancyinfernley, Perhaps his painting eased or even prevented depression; hopefully! 🙄

it would be nice if the answers avoided personal opinions.

Trey, I agree with you..art is so different today

Trey, Glad to see you have an opinion, but please don't paint everyone with the same brush. everyone sees art in different ways, and that is one of the reasons I consider myself an artist.

Trey, He died

magiciam, Very, very well put. I wish they taught the truth about communism in school these days.

Read his biography. An interesting and amazing artist.

He also had a " Rose Period".

RoyalChicken69431, Rude much?

cool i guessed right

nancyinfernley, PIcasso cared about himself...end of story. No doubt he was saddened by his friend's death though.

GruesomeBaker11332, God didn’t say that. A human did. Sometimes people are unable to help themselves. Walk in Dinadiaz’s shoes, then criticize.

My favorite period. For the record too sick to get a job. While else would I keep missing questions I know.

WaldoLydeker, If you can afford a Picasso , just get another one .