My definition of the Modern Art Movement:
Simplification through rational planning.
When did it begin?
The actual beginning of the modern art movement is still under debate today because of so many conflicting ideas and opinions. It has been said that it started with the renaissance, with the industrial revolution, or even at the turn of the twentieth century - just before the first world war.
I agree it is hard to put a specific date stamp on a movement since it is influenced and springs forth from many other movements. I would, however, agree with the idea that the Modern Art Movement started sometime around the turn of the century as designers and artist became more aware of the industrialized society around them. It was in and of it's self a sort of renaissance. I believe it sprang up from the arts and crafts movement. People were tired of the ornate non-functional styles and wanted things to be simplified and usable.
When did it end?
Simply put, I think it could be argued that it ended with the second
world war. The world around us was changing and so were its people.
What are the main principles associated with the Modern Art Movement?
Simplification. Many work of art in the previous movements were considered lavish and ornate. Modern art brought a breath of fresh air with thoughtful simplification and careful modification. Objects were broken down to bare essentials.
Who are the main Artists/Critics associated with it and what is the aesthetic character of modern art?
There are a number of artists and critics responsible for bringing about the modern art movement. Matisse, Mondrian, Jackson Pollock, Clement Greenberg.
The aesthetic characters of modern art are simple, and often very refined.
Examples of Modern art
Lazlo Maholy-Nagy
Untitled Construction
1922
Piet Mondrian
Composition II in Red Blue and Yellow
1930
Paul Klee
The Twittering Machine
1922
Josef Albers
Glass Color and Light
1921
Henri Matisse
The Green Line a.k.a Madame Matisse
1905
Wassily Kandinsky
Murnau Street with women
1908
Define the Post Modern Art Movement
As a movement with no specific characterstics it seems fitting to define it as a rebellion, resulting in diversity and sometimes lacking in historical or cultural styles. It's purpose seems to be about creating new sets of rules by breaking all of the old ones.
When did it begin?
Again, I find it hard to put a specific date on any movement. I think as soon as Modernism began, the rebellion thereof also began- leading us to Post Moderninsm. However, I think that with the end of the second world war we were definitely thrust forward into the new Movement.
When did it end?
Did it end or has it ended is a good question. I think there is an overlapping in Post Modernism and the yet unofficially named present movement.
With the invention and mass adoption of the internet. The internet changed the world as we know it now. Foreign lands and products that were previously unknown became readily available. With the simple click of a button you could become the proud owner of a priceless work of art. Just like ordering a pizza - which can also be done online - the priceless work of art can also a rrive on your doorstep in a relatively short amount or time.
What are the main principles of the Post Modern Art Movement?
The main principle of Post modernism is anything that is contradictory to Modernism.
Who are the main artists/critics associated with it and what is the aesthetic character of Post- Modern Art?
Damien Hirst, Chuck Close, Robert Pincus-Witten, to name a few. The Postmodern era was a sort of what ever goes. It became an all encompassing time to allow women and minorities to join in and get noticed. It was/is a time that breaks cross cultural barriers. It is the rebellion of modern art and being tied down to any thing specific.
Define the Art of this Time?
Globalism
What exactly is globalism? It is the idea that with information about any, and just about every culture available, art and artists can be influenced by other cultures without ever leaving their homes. It is the idea that you can visit a virtual museum, while still in your pajamas. Everything is at our fingertips. There is no great divide between nations. With the technological advances that have been made in the last century, if you choose to travel and possibly see the actual works of art, it is easier than ever. No more mapping the ocean by the stars, we watch virtual maps built into the seat backs as we enjoy movies and peanuts aboard our jumbo jets.
When did it begin?
The middle half of the 1990's and exploded around the turn of the new century.
What are the main principles associated with this movement?
I don't think there are a specific set of principles with this movement but I would say it has and is becoming an age of mixed media. Not just a simple combining of found objects or a crossbreeding of traditional mediums. This movement is much more advanced. It encompasses and welcomes the use of computers and the ever changing world around us.
Who are the main artists/critics associated with it and what is the aesthetic character of the Art of today?
I don't think there are any specific regulations today on what exactly is art. It has become so subjective that anything could argue its way in.
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