Neon
Definition
This term refers to a type of lighting made from electrically charged, glowing gas tubes, often used in signage and art installations. Neon is known for its bright, vibrant colors and ability to create both text and images that stand out in the dark, making it a popular material for contemporary artists.
History
Neon became a popular material in art during the 20th century, particularly in the realms of Pop Art, conceptual art, and commercial design. Artists like Bruce Nauman and Tracey Emin have used neon to create works that explore themes of language, identity, and the relationship between art and commerce, often using the medium to convey text-based messages.
Notable Examples
Bruce Nauman
The True Artist Helps the World by Revealing Mystic Truths, 1967
Tracey Emin
I Promise To Love You, 2013
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Bruce Nauman, whose work The True Artist Helps the World by Revealing Mystic Truthsuses neon to create a bold, ironic statement about the role of the artist, and Tracey Emin, known for her neon installations like I Promise To Love You, which use cursive script and bright colors to explore themes of love, desire, and personal narrative.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve bending glass tubes into specific shapes, filling them with neon or other gases, and electrifying the tubes to produce light. Artists may use neon to create text, abstract forms, or representational images, often incorporating the medium's glowing, vibrant qualities into the overall aesthetic of the work. The use of neon in art often plays with the intersection of art, advertising, and public space, creating works that are both visually striking and conceptually engaging.
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