Contemporary vs Modern Art

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on contemporary and modern art.

Contemporary Art

Art belonging to or occurring in the present, characterized by its emphasis on innovation and freedom.

Modern Art

The predecessor of contemporary art, noted for its departure from tradition and focus on abstraction.

Abstract Expressionism

An art movement from the early 1940s to mid-1960s combining abstraction with spontaneous execution.

Optical Art (Op Art)

An art movement starting in the 1960s focused on creating optical illusions using shapes and colors.

Kinetic Art

Art that incorporates actual movement, often through motorized parts or environmental elements.

Minimalism

An art movement from the early 1960s characterized by extreme abstraction and simplicity.

Pop Art

An art movement that emerged in the 1950s, drawing inspiration from commercial culture and mass media.

Postmodernism

Movement from the late 1950s to late 20th century that encompasses skepticism of grand narratives and encourages artistic freedom.

Conceptualism

An art movement emphasizing the idea behind the artwork rather than its aesthetic value, flourishing in the 1960s and 1970s.

Performance Art

Artworks created through actions performed by the artist or participants, often emphasizing the message over the physical object.

Installation Art

A form of immersive art where the environment is transformed for viewer interaction.

Street Art

Art created in public space, often unsanctioned, using various techniques like murals and stencils.

Earth Art

Art that involves human interaction with nature, focusing on landscape manipulation rather than traditional subject matter.

Gutai

A Japanese art movement (1950s-1970s) emphasizing individuality and innovation in a post-war context.

Photorealism

A genre of art that aims to create paintings that resemble high-resolution photographs.