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Postmodernism Art Movement – History, Artists and Artwork

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What is Postmodernism? Postmodernism was an artistic movement from the 1960s to the 1990s that rejected Modern art and idealism. Associated with philosophical critique, it defied categorization, yet encompassed many styles such as Pop art, Conceptual art, Neo-expressionism, Feminist art and works by Young British Artists (YBA). Postmodernism used popular culture to inspire artistic creations …

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Collage

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Collage is an artistic technique that involves gluing fragments of different materials on a solid surface. Initially created as a cubist experiment, this technique was soon accepted by Dadaists and Surrealists and was widely used later in modern art, particularly in the practice of artists who belonged to the Neo-Avantgarde wave. The term papier collé …

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Baroque Art and Architecture Style – History, Characteristics and Artists

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What is Baroque Art? The term Baroque art comes from the French word barroque which originally referred to irregularly shaped pearls. This period of early European art, following the Renaissance and Mannerist era, started in Rome during the early 17th century and spread throughout the continent. Evoking emotion, tension and drama, Baroque art is highly …

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Art Deco Architectural and Art Style – History, Characteristics and Artists

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What is Art Deco? Art Deco emerged in France in 1910 and continued until 1937, just before World War II. The new art movement, following the period of Art Nouveau, moved beyond painting and sculpture, and focused on decorative arts including jewelry, glass, textiles, furniture, and architecture. Notable Art Deco Artwork   Characteristics of Art …

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20 Types of Photo Prints for Your Photographs

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The 21st century has brought technological advances to every aspect of our lives, including photography. Advancements in printing technology and printing mediums have given photographers more types of photo prints than ever before. Some of these printing technologies are fading into obscurity. Digital printing methods dominate the media, but there are many printing options that …

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Islamic Art

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Islamic art spans over 1400 years, beginning in the seventh century and consists of painting, calligraphy,  and decorative arts such as ceramics and metalwork. Islamic art is not specific to a geographic location, or Islamic countries, but a is fusion of Arab, Turkish and Persian cultures with global influence. Notable Islamic Artwork       …

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