Are you familiar with the term "contemporary art"?
I'm ashamed to say that I didn't know about this until I started working with FROM ARTIST...
However, it may be necessary to know about art genres, not just contemporary art, in order to be able to access more works that you like.
Let's learn about its definition together!
・What is contemporary art ?<br>First of all, contemporary means "modern" or "today's."
The Japanese translation of contemporary art is simply "modern art."
In Japan, it is often called "contemporary art."
However, since the term "modern" does not limit it to a specific era, it is very difficult to define.
It generally refers to works that originated around the early 20th century.
"Contemporary art" is a general term used to describe avant-garde and new artistic expressions that strongly emphasize the common characteristics of the era, i.e., contemporaneity, and are not bound by previous concepts.
One of the characteristics of his work is that it is difficult to understand the work itself without first understanding its background, due to its unconventional expression.
Among these, art in which the concept of the work itself is the main element is called "conceptual art."
・Difference between contemporary art and modern art <br>A word that is close to contemporary art is "modern art."
But there seems to be a clear difference.
Modern art is a term that refers to modern art.
"Modern" refers to the generation before "contemporary," meaning that modern art refers to works from a generation before contemporary art.
Specifically, it seems to correspond to art from the 1860s to the 1970s.
The characteristic of modern art is that most of its artists experienced World War I and World War II.
What is most striking is that he has broken away from the stereotypical techniques used in art up to that point and is tackling a variety of new challenges.
It can be said that this was an innovative period that continued to question the fundamental concepts of art.
On the other hand, "contemporary art" is based on the attempts made in "modern art."
Furthermore, we are experimenting with new forms of art and seeking a shift in not just concepts but also the "values" of art.
Contemporary art is work that is creating new artistic values for the current era.
・Recommended contemporary artists <br>From here on, I would like to introduce five recommended contemporary artists that I am paying attention to!
1.idogaeru
Born in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture in 1984.
He loved drawing from a young age, and at the age of 19, he aimed to become a manga artist and began to study drawing techniques in earnest while attending a vocational school.
After graduating, he became attracted to digital art with its detailed depictions and colorful use of colors.
Actively paving the way as an illustrator.
After that, while working at a restaurant, he began creating posters for solo exhibitions, backgrounds for TV commercials, and events.
In addition to digital art, he also focuses on analog art using acrylic gouache on canvas.
He is currently creating new works one after another.
Artwork page : https://from-artist.com/collections/idogaeru
2. Teru Yamashita
He began painting on his own after the 2011 earthquake.
I create colorful abstract works using acrylic paints and a variety of art materials on canvas and illustration board.
Artwork page : https://from-artist.com/collections/yamashitaakira
3. Lu
While searching for himself, he met an artist who encouraged him to start painting.
I use acrylic paints to create the colors that are in my heart.
Artwork page : https://from-artist.com/collections/Lu
4. YOKO
Messages of what I felt and experienced every day
I drew this with lots of happy energy, wishing you happiness!!!
Artwork page: https://from-artist.com/collections/yoko-1
5. Atsushi Shimoyama
Born in Tokyo.
Video creator/digital artist As a video creator, I work on corporate commercials, video productions, live shows, various events, websites, digital signage, etc.
He produces videos in a variety of fields and media.
As a digital artist, he mainly creates digital art using 3DCG software.
Furthermore, by combining 3D printers and other equipment, he is able to create more three-dimensional works.
Artwork page : https://from-artist.com/collections/shimoyamaatsushi
What did you think?
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