Contemporary Art
Definition
This term refers to art produced in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, characterized by a wide range of styles, media, and concepts, often reflecting the diversity, complexity, and global nature of the contemporary world.
History
Contemporary art encompasses a broad spectrum of practices and movements, reflecting the rapid changes in society, technology, and culture, with artists often exploring themes of identity, politics, and the environment.
Notable Examples
Damien Hirst
The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living, 1991
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Damien Hirst, known for his provocative and often controversial works, and Yayoi Kusama, whose immersive installations have become iconic in the contemporary art world.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques in contemporary art are diverse, ranging from traditional painting and sculpture to digital media, installation, and performance, often blurring the boundaries between art and life, and engaging with new technologies and global issues.
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