Urbanization
Definition
This term refers to artworks that explore the process of urbanization, the expansion of cities, and the transformation of rural areas into urban environments. Art related to urbanization often addresses themes of progress, displacement, environmental impact, and the changing nature of human habitats in the context of rapid urban growth.
History
The theme of urbanization has been a significant subject in art, particularly since the Industrial Revolution, where the rapid growth of cities transformed societies and landscapes. Artists like Jacob Riis and Richard Estes have documented and critiqued the impact of urbanization, exploring the social and environmental consequences of living in an increasingly urbanized world.
Notable Examples
Jacob Riis
How the Other Half Lives, 1890
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Jacob Riis, a pioneering photojournalist whose work How the Other Half Lives exposed the harsh living conditions of the urban poor in New York City, and Richard Estes, a Photorealist painter known for his detailed depictions of urban scenes like Telephone Booths, which capture the reflective surfaces and intricate details of the modern city.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of photography, painting, and other media to depict the process of urbanization and its effects on people and the environment. Artists may focus on the physical transformation of landscapes, the social dynamics of urban life, or the environmental impact of urban expansion. The exploration of urbanization in art often involves a critical perspective, highlighting the challenges and contradictions of living in a rapidly changing world.
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