African American Art and Movements

Flashcards summarizing key terms and concepts related to African American art and movements.

Ethiopianism

A cultural movement that is associated with a revival of Ethiopian heritage and a connection to African identity.

Negritude

A literary and cultural movement that celebrates black culture and heritage, asserting the value of black identity.

Primitivism

An artistic movement that seeks inspiration from primitive art forms while distancing itself from conventional European representations.

Africanism

A term used to describe the influence of African cultural elements in art, literature, and music.

Cubism

An avant-garde movement in art that abandoned perspective and traditional forms in favor of abstract shapes and interlocking planes.

Social Realism

An artistic movement aimed at representing the everyday life and struggles of the working class and marginalized communities.

Folk Art

Art created by self-taught artists, often reflecting cultural traditions, social conditions, and regional experiences.

Abstract Expressionism

An art movement characterized by spontaneous, energetic brushwork and an emphasis on the act of painting.

Isolationism

An artistic philosophy focusing on themes of solitude and the individual's experiences, often portraying a sense of detachment from society.

Semi-Abstract

A style of art that blends realistic representation with abstract elements.