Kazimir Malevich, a prominent Russian avant-garde artist, made significant contributions to the development of abstract art during the early 20th century. In this comparative analysis, we will examine two of Malevich's pivotal works: "White on White" (1918) and "Suprematism" (1915). By exploring their formal characteristics, conceptual underpinnings, and historical contexts, we aim to discern the … Continue reading Compare and contrast White on White by Kazimir Malevich to Suprematism by Kazimir Malevich – An ‘Isms’ Overview
Compare and contrast Incense of a New Church by Charles Demuth to Stage set design for, The Magnanimous Cuckold by Lyubov Popova – An ‘Isms’ Overview
The 1920s witnessed a transformative period in art history, characterized by various artistic movements and innovations. Two notable works from this era are Charles Demuth's painting "Incense of a New Church" (1921) and Lyubov Popova's stage set design for "The Magnanimous Cuckold" (1922). This paper aims to compare and contrast these two artworks, exploring their … Continue reading Compare and contrast Incense of a New Church by Charles Demuth to Stage set design for, The Magnanimous Cuckold by Lyubov Popova – An ‘Isms’ Overview
Compare and contrast Beat the Whites with the Red Wedge by El Lissitzky to Creating a Universal Visual Language by Victor Vasarely – An ‘Isms’ Overview
El Lissitzky's "Beat the Whites with the Red Wedge" and Victor Vasarely's "Vega-Nor" are both remarkable paintings that emerged from distinct historical and artistic contexts. These artworks exemplify the artistic visions and socio-political concerns of their respective creators, reflecting the avant-garde movements they were associated with. Through a comparative analysis, we aim to examine the … Continue reading Compare and contrast Beat the Whites with the Red Wedge by El Lissitzky to Creating a Universal Visual Language by Victor Vasarely – An ‘Isms’ Overview
Compare and contrast Die Fahne Hoch! By Frank Stella to K VII by Laszlo Moholy-Nagy – An ‘Isms’ Overview
The art world of the 20th century witnessed the emergence of various artistic movements that challenged traditional norms and conventions. Minimalism (a sub-ism of Abstract Expressionism) and Modernism (a similar ism to Constructivism) were two influential movements that sought to redefine the boundaries of artistic expression. Frank Stella's "Die Fahne Hoch!" and Laszlo Moholy-Nagy's "K … Continue reading Compare and contrast Die Fahne Hoch! By Frank Stella to K VII by Laszlo Moholy-Nagy – An ‘Isms’ Overview
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Suprematism vs. Constructivism
In the early 20th century, the Russian art scene experienced a significant transformation with the emergence of two prominent art movements, Suprematism and Constructivism. While these movements shared some similarities, they were fundamentally distinct in their artistic goals and techniques. In this essay, I shall compare and contrast the key characteristics of Suprematism and Constructivism, … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Suprematism vs. Constructivism
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Precisionism vs. Constructivism
Precisionism and Constructivism are two art movements that emerged in the early 20th century. While both movements were a response to the rapid industrialization and technological advancements of the time, they differed in their approach to artistic expression and their underlying philosophies. Precisionism, also known as the "New Objectivity," was a movement that emerged in … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Precisionism vs. Constructivism
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Constructivism vs. Op Art
In the world of art, two movements have emerged that have pushed the boundaries of perception and challenged traditional modes of representation: constructivism and op art. While these movements differ in their origins and approaches, they share a commitment to exploring the relationship between art and the viewer. Constructivism, which emerged in the early 20th … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Constructivism vs. Op Art
The New Renaissance Mindset 