Glittery
Definition
This term refers to the use of glitter and other reflective materials in art, often to create a sense of sparkle, luxury, or fantasy, as well as to explore themes of glamour, excess, and the superficial aspects of visual culture.
History
The use of glittery materials in art has been associated with movements such as Pop Art and contemporary practices where artists explore the allure and critique of material excess, often using glitter and other reflective substances to draw attention to the surface and to challenge deeper cultural meanings.
Notable Examples
Mickalene Thomas
Portrait of Mnonja, 2010
Damien Hirst
For the Love of God, 2007
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Mickalene Thomas, who uses rhinestones and glitter in her portraits to explore themes of beauty, femininity, and African American identity, and Damien Hirst, whose diamond-encrusted skull is a commentary on wealth, mortality, and the commodification of art.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the application of glitter, sequins, rhinestones, or other reflective materials to a surface, often with a focus on creating a sense of opulence, playfulness, or irony. Artists may use these materials in painting, sculpture, or mixed media works, often exploring the tension between surface appearance and underlying meaning, and the cultural implications of sparkle and shine in contemporary society.
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