Post Modernism and Contemporary Art

Postmodernism

A reaction against modernism that encompasses a wide array of art made from the 1970s onward, influenced by disillusionment from events like the Holocaust.

Contemporary Art

Art of the present that began in the 1960s, marked by movements like Pop Art that moved away from modern aesthetics and ideology.

Pop Art

An art movement (1955-1970) characterized by daring, simple images from contemporary culture, often derived from advertisements and popular media.

Andy Warhol

A controversial artist known for his significant contributions to the Pop Art movement, emphasizing the concept over the artwork itself.

Performance Art

An art form (early 1960s-present) where artists use live actions to express their art, often incorporating theatrical elements and other media.

Happening Art

Theatrical events created by artists, emerging from dada and surrealism, typically held in gallery environments and using props.

Allan Kaprow

An American artist who coined the term "happening" for his performance art, emphasizing the interactive nature of the experience.

Installation Art

A revolutionary, multi-dimensional art form that is bold and immersive, allowing viewer interaction and engaging multiple senses.

Graffiti Art (Street Art)

Images or text painted on buildings, often using spray paint, considered controversial and sometimes viewed as vandalism, rarely seen in galleries.