Sunday, January 31, 2010

Define Modern
















When did it begin? How did it begin?

Modernism began around 1890 with the birth of photography. Realistic and representational art was no longer the purpose of art and the artists of this time needed to find a new purpose.

When did it end?

The movement ended around 1940.

What are the main principles associated with the Modern art Movement?

Art moved away from being a tool to realistically portray things in the real world. Away from tradition.

Who are the main artists/critics associated with it and what is the aesthetic character of Modern Art.

Paul Cezanne, Edoured Manet, Picasso, Giacometti, Alexaner Calder

Abstraction, Experimental, Expressive, Purity.

Include five pictures of examples of Modern Art

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