How much do you know about "contemporary art"?
Contemporary art is work that reflects contemporary social situations and issues,
It refers to works that pose problems or offer critical criticism.
At this point, you may find it difficult to get started, but
Among all of these, we have selected 10 artists who can serve as an introduction to contemporary art, making you think, ``I know this work!'' or ``Maybe I've heard this name before?''
1.Marcel Duchamp <br>Born in France. July 28, 1887 - October 2, 1968
One of the artists who left a great influence on 20th century art. Although he initially worked as a painter,
Production of oil paintings stopped until around 1912, after which he began creating works using ready-made products (readymades), which became a hot topic.
"Fountain" (1917)
Source https://w.wiki/5RP7
2. Jean Fautrier <br>French-born painter and sculptor. May 16, 1898 - July 21, 1964
He is considered one of the most important artists in ``Tasism'', a style of abstract painting in France from the 1940s to the 1950s.
"Hostage Head No. 9" (1944)
Source https://nature-morte.blog.ss-blog.jp/2014-06-21
3. Roy Lichtenstein <br>American-born painter. October 27, 1923 - September 29, 1997 One of the pioneers of pop art. Announcing a work that is an enlarged version of a manga panel.
He uses oil paint to express the dots of printing ink and simple yet strong lines.
"Girl with Hair Ribbon" (1965)
Source https://www.artpedia.asia/girl-with-hair-ribbon/
"Whaam!" (1963)
Source https://media.and-art.jp/art-studies/popart/about-roy-lichtenstein/
4. Andy Warhol <br>American painter, printmaker, and artist. August 6, 1928 - February 22, 1987 A person who used the silk screen technique to create works using printmaking methods that could be mass-produced, overturning the conventional concepts of ``painter'' and ``artist.''
"Campbell Soup Can" (1962)
Source https://www.artpedia.asia/campbells-soup-cans/
"Marilyn and the others shot through" (1964)
Source https://www.artpedia.asia/shot-marilyns/
5.Gerhard Richter <br>German painter. February 9, 1932-
He is popular among young people and is called ``Germany's finest painter.''
His early works were mainly oil paintings, but in recent years many of his works have used enamel and printing techniques.
"Motorboat (1st version) (79a)" (1965)
Source https://www.tokyoartbeat.com/articles/-/gerhardrichter_news_20220418
“Abstract Painting (CR: 952-4) ” (2017)
Source https://www.tokyoartbeat.com/articles/-/gerhard_richer_review_reita_shiga
6. Jeff Koons <br>American artist. January 21, 1955-
He is famous for his ``Celebration'' series of sculptures made of stainless steel.
He is known for his paintings and sculptures that use kitschy images.
"Balloon Dog (Magenta)" (1994)
Source https://www.artpedia.asia/jeff-koons/
"Destroyed Egg (Blue)" (1994)
Source http://www.jeffkoons.com/artwork/celebration/cracked-egg-0
7. Yayoi Kusama <br>Japanese artist. Born in Nagano Prefecture. March 22, 1929-
Since childhood, he has experienced visual and auditory hallucinations, which he has transformed into works of art.
Creates works with motifs of mesh patterns and polka dots.
Nicknamed "Queen of the Vanguard"
"Pumpkin" series
Source https://benesse-artsite.jp/special2022/pumpkin.html?_banner=top20220629
"Love is Forever" series
Source https://www.contemporaryart-walk.com/artist/yayoi-kusama/aiwa_tokoshie.html
8. Takashi Murakami <br>Japanese contemporary artist, pop artist, and film director. Born in Tokyo. 1962-
He is famous for his works that use subculture themes such as anime and figures.
"Flower" series
"Flower Matango" (2006)
Source https://media.thisisgallery.com/20216848
9. Yoshitomo Nara <br>Japanese painter and sculptor. Born in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture. December 5, 1959 -
His specialty is drawing unique people and animals. Innocence and innocence come to the fore,
A clear intention dwells in the gaze of the person, and many of his works convey a silent appeal.
"Knife Behind Back" (2000)
Source https://www.artpedia.asia/knife-behind-back/
"Spring Girl" (2012)
Source https://www.contemporaryart-walk.com/artist/yoshitomo-nara/haru_shojo.html
10. Hiroshi Sugimoto <br>Japanese photographer, contemporary artist, architect, and director. Born in Taito Ward, Tokyo. February 23, 1948 -
The methods used vary, but the theme is consistently the transience of history and existence.
He is known as "an artist who faces time."
"Theatre" (1993)
Source https://www.sugimotohiroshi.com/new-page-7-1
"Wax Figure/House of Terror" (1994) 
Source https://www.sugimotohiroshi.com/chamber-of-horrosjapanese
What did you think?
I think you can see that there are a variety of artists who use a variety of techniques to express the subjects and motifs that they wish to express individually, even if we lump them together with contemporary art.
This time there were 10 people, but even now there are many artists born and active in various places.
Why not try searching for your favorite artist?
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