Neon and Fluorescent Light
Definition
This term refers to the use of neon and fluorescent lights as a medium in art, often used to create luminous, colorful installations or sculptures that engage with the properties of light and color, a practice that has been particularly prominent in modern and contemporary art as artists explore the intersection of art, technology, and the built environment.
History
The use of neon and fluorescent light in art became particularly significant in the mid-20th century, particularly with the rise of Minimalism and Conceptual Art, where artists like Bruce Nauman and Dan Flavin began to explore the aesthetic and conceptual possibilities of light as a medium. These works often engage with the architectural space they inhabit, transforming the viewer's experience of light, color, and form.
Notable Examples
Bruce Nauman
The True Artist Helps the World by Revealing Mystic Truths, 1967
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Bruce Nauman, whose neon text works often explore themes of language, perception, and identity, and Dan Flavin, known for his minimalist installations that use fluorescent light tubes to create luminous, geometric compositions that transform the surrounding space.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of neon and fluorescent light tubes, often arranged in specific patterns or forms to create light-based sculptures or installations. Artists may work with fabricators to create custom neon signs or use off-the-shelf fluorescent lights in their work, often focusing on the interplay of light, color, and space. The use of neon and fluorescent light allows for a dynamic, immersive approach to art-making, often engaging with themes of perception, technology, and the experience of the built environment.
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