Minimalism in Art

A collection of vocabulary terms related to the Minimalism art movement, covering key concepts, definitions, and influential artists.

Minimalism

An art movement that emphasizes simplicity and the use of minimal elements in visual art.

Specific Objects

Objects in minimalism that are not merely paintings but stand as physical structures in space.

ABC Art

A term coined by Barbara Rose in 1965 referring to artworks that appear as ordinary objects devoid of traditional art content.

Phenomenology

The study of structures of experience or consciousness, focusing on how things appear in our experience.

Non-hierarchical

A characteristic of minimalism where no element is considered superior to another.

Mass-production

The process of producing goods in large quantities, which influenced minimalist art through the use of prefabricated materials.

Anti-illusionism

An approach in minimalism that rejects the creation of depth or illusion in favor of flat and straightforward expressions.

Seriality

The repetitive, systematic arrangement of forms in minimalist works, often seen in the works of artists like Donald Judd.

Process Art

An art movement that emphasizes the process of making artwork rather than the final product, associated with Robert Morris.

Hard-edge painting

A style of painting characterized by sharp, clear edges and an absence of brushwork or texture.