Surrealism is a twentieth century avant-garde art movement that developed out of the nihilistic ideas of the Dadaists. Led by the French writer Andre Breton, who wrote The Surrealist Manifesto in 1924, the Surrealists were inspired by the thoughts and visions of the subconscious mind. According to Breton, Surrealism reunited the realms of dream and…
Minimalism began in the United States in the 1960’s, but the movement influenced modern art around the world. Minimalism mostly refers to painting, sculpture, and installation work. However, minimalism can refer to any art form that uses the barest essentials. The movement has also been referred to as minimal art, ABC art, reductivism, and rejective…
Abstract Expressionism began in the mid-1940’s in New York City and flourished through the 1950’s. The movement was regarded by many as the golden age of American art. At that time, New York replaced Paris as the crux of the contemporary art movement. Even today, abstract expressionism continues to influence artists around the world, including…
Exhibited in painting, literature, film, architecture and music Expressionism is the term used to describe any art form that distorts reality to produce a highly emotional effect. A subjective art form, Expressionism is characterised by symbolic colours, distorted forms, a two-dimensional careless manner, and larger-than-life imagery. Acting as the opposite of Impressionism, this art movement…
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Australian artist Tom Gleghorn has been on a captivating journey through the Australian and global art world. Many transformative moments have led to his enduring talent and remarkable artwork.
We know Aboriginal art is important, but why is it important? In this article we discuss why Aboriginal art reflects cultural identity, facilitates storytelling, and helps the Aboriginal community as an economic driver.
As one of the oldest art forms in the world, Aboriginal art may date back as much as 60,000 years. But what has science proved so far, and where is this artwork?
Aboriginal artists have utilised their environment as art materials, and also adapted to use modern mediums while still staying true to their cultural heritage.
Hands in Aboriginal art can have many fascinating meanings, from culture, connection, healing, ceremonial significance, and more.