Chris Garratt’s "Introducing Postmodernism: A Graphic Guide" effectively navigates the complex terrain of postmodernist thought with clarity and visual appeal. As part of the "Introducing" series, known for its accessible approach to dense intellectual topics, Garratt’s work stands out for its ability to distill profound concepts into bite-sized, comprehensible pieces. The book begins by demystifying … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Introducing Postmodernism: A Graphic Guide” by Chris Garratt
Compare and contrast The Little Girl with the Balloon by Banksy to The Physical Impossibility of Death In The Mind of Someone Living by Damien Hirst – An ‘Isms’ Overview
Banksy's "The Little Girl with the Balloon" and Damien Hirst's "The Physical Impossibility of Death In The Mind of Someone Living" are remarkable examples of contemporary art, known for their visual impact and conceptual depth. While Banksy's work is a graffiti-based stencil piece, Hirst's installation comprises a preserved shark suspended in formaldehyde. By examining their … Continue reading Compare and contrast The Little Girl with the Balloon by Banksy to The Physical Impossibility of Death In The Mind of Someone Living by Damien Hirst – An ‘Isms’ Overview
Compare & contrast Untitled film Still #21 by Cindy Sherman to Untitled Self Portrait by Francesco Clemente – An ‘Isms’ Overview
The art world of the 20th century has seen many different movements and styles. Two such styles that are often contrasted are postmodernism and neo-expressionism. In this paper, we will compare and contrast two works of art from each of these movements: Untitled Film Still #21 by Cindy Sherman, created in 1978, and Untitled Self … Continue reading Compare & contrast Untitled film Still #21 by Cindy Sherman to Untitled Self Portrait by Francesco Clemente – An ‘Isms’ Overview
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Street Art vs. Postmodern Art
Street Art and Postmodern Art are two distinct styles of artistic expression that have emerged in different cultural contexts and historical periods. While Street Art can be traced back to the graffiti culture of the 1970s in urban centers, Postmodern Art emerged as a response to the modernist ideals of the mid-20th century. In this … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Street Art vs. Postmodern Art
An ‘Ism’ Overview – Art Nouveau vs. Post-Modernism
Art Nouveau and Post-Modernism are two artistic movements that emerged at different times, but they share some striking similarities and differences. Both movements challenged the traditional norms and standards of art and design, and both made a significant impact on the visual arts landscape. However, while Art Nouveau was characterized by its organic, curvilinear forms … Continue reading An ‘Ism’ Overview – Art Nouveau vs. Post-Modernism
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
The Bathers – Complete – Sorry for the delay
I've been a little preoccupied with report cards and year-end curricula for my first graders, as well as my daughter's high school graduation... add to that life keeps me busy with many other things. So, I haven't taken the time to try and escape the painter's block I felt. I moved the painting around the … Continue reading The Bathers – Complete – Sorry for the delay
The New Renaissance Mindset 