An ‘Ism’ Overview – Minimalism vs. Modernism

Minimalism and Modernism are two distinct artistic movements that emerged in the 20th century. While both movements sought to challenge traditional modes of artistic expression, they did so in different ways. In this essay, we will compare and contrast Minimalism and Modernism to gain a better understanding of these important art movements. Modernism emerged in … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Minimalism vs. Modernism

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An ‘Ism’ Overview – Raw Art vs. Pop Art

In the 20th century, two movements emerged in the art world that challenged traditional notions of what art should look like: Raw art and Pop art. While Raw art celebrated the spontaneous and untrained creativity of outsider artists, Pop art celebrated the commercial and mass-produced culture of the 1950s and 60s. Despite their apparent differences, … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Raw Art vs. Pop Art

An ‘Ism’ Overview – Raw Art vs. Outsider Art

Raw art and outsider art are two distinct genres of art that are often conflated due to their shared origins outside of the mainstream art world. However, there are important differences between the two that are worth exploring in order to fully appreciate the unique qualities and contributions of each. Raw art, also known as … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Raw Art vs. Outsider Art

An ‘Ism’ Overview – Outsider Art vs. Dadaism

I have always been fascinated by the ways in which artists push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable or mainstream. Two movements that have particularly intrigued me are Outsider Art and Dadaism. Although they emerged in different times and contexts, these movements share a common thread of rebellion against traditional artistic norms. In this … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Outsider Art vs. Dadaism

An ‘Ism’ Overview – Naive Art vs. Regionalism

As I stand before two vastly different artistic movements, Naive Art and Regionalism, I am struck by the contrast between them. Naive Art, with its childlike simplicity, and Regionalism, with its focus on realism and the everyday, seem almost antithetical at first glance. But as I dig deeper into the motivations and techniques of these … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Naive Art vs. Regionalism

An ‘Ism’ Overview – Naive Art vs. Primitivism

Naive art and primitivism are two distinct artistic movements that share a common thread of simplicity and unpretentiousness in their works. While both styles may seem superficially similar, they differ in their origins, techniques, and underlying philosophies. Naive art, also known as outsider art, is a style of art that is created by self-taught artists … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Naive Art vs. Primitivism

An ‘Ism’ Overview – Post-Modernism vs. Neo-Expressionism

In the world of contemporary art, two movements have emerged as key players in the shifting landscape of artistic expression: post-modernism and neo-expressionism. Both movements represent significant departures from the modernist paradigm that dominated the art world for much of the 20th century, and yet they approach this departure from very different angles. In this … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Post-Modernism vs. Neo-Expressionism

An ‘Ism’ Overview – Modernism vs. Pop Art

With the eye of an art critic, we have had the opportunity to witness the evolution of art movements and styles over the years. Two movements that have captured the attention of the art world are Modernism and Pop Art. While both movements are recognized for their significant contributions to the art world, they differ … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Modernism vs. Pop Art

Jubilation – Sheet-music Scribbles 2023

It's amazing to me how often I forget to what extent I love drawing expressive faces and just how much it scares me to start new ones at the same time. Ahhh, that imposter syndrome is deeply ingrained in me! I started this with the blue background and red-orange hair. On a side note, I'm … Continue reading Jubilation – Sheet-music Scribbles 2023

Colourful Pastures – Sheet-music Scribbles 2023

I started worrying about the3 angles and perspectives of this odd bull-cow thing, then let that go when I knew it was going. to be about rendering a fun Southwest colour palette. here are not really the traditional oranges, reds, yellows and browns I associate with Southwest art, but the warmth of my pastel crayons … Continue reading Colourful Pastures – Sheet-music Scribbles 2023