Contemporary Art

Explore the innovative world of contemporary art, featuring cutting-edge ideas, styles, and artists shaping today’s art scene. Dive into our Contemporary Art section to stay inspired and informed!

Damien Hirst - Away From the Flock, 1994

Damien Hirst's Away from the Flock explores life and death through a preserved lamb in formaldehyde, sparking controversy in the art world.

21 Mar 2025

How Can we Define the Phenomenon of Meta Art ? A Dance between Philosophy and Art History

Meta art: self-referential art that questions creativity, meaning, and perception. Explore its role in contemporary art and philosophy.

21 Mar 2025

10 Masterpieces of Late Neo-expressionism Art Movement

The Neo-expressionism art movement took Germany, Italy, the US by storm. Here we take a look at artworks from the late 1980s and early 1990s

21 Mar 2025

Screen Printing - The Complete Story

Discover the history and impact of screen printing in art, from ancient stencils to Warhol’s iconic Pop Art silkscreens.

21 Mar 2025

Contemporary Belgian Artists You Need to Know

Explore contemporary Belgian artists redefining global art, from photographers to painters and urban creators.

21 Mar 2025

Contemporary Assemblage - The Art of Found Objects

Assemblage art combines found objects into new creations, mixing sculpture and collage in contemporary artistic expression.

20 Mar 2025

Kissing Sailor Sculpture in New York - Celebrating End of WWII Anniversary and Remembering Controversies

Explore the story behind the iconic Kissing Sailor sculpture in New York, inspired by a historic moment from World War II.

20 Mar 2025

Chilean Culture and Contemporary Art

Explore the vibrant world of Chilean art, delving into its rich history, cultural influences, and the contemporary artists shaping the nation's artistic landscape.

18 Mar 2025

10 Famous Installation Artists Whose Work You Have to Know

Explore the evolution of installation art through famous artists: immersive, sensory-driven experiences that redefine modern creativity.

18 Mar 2025

What Is Space in Art? Examples and Definition

How can you define space in art? In this feature, we examine many examples of space and forms it can take in modern and contemporary art.

18 Mar 2025

Street Art Legends: Dondi White

Discover the iconic graffiti art of Dondi White, a true legend in the street art scene. Explore his lasting influence on urban culture.

17 Mar 2025

A Short History of Color Photography

When did color pictures come out? Color photography has quite a history - with the help of scientists and artists alike, we witnessed the technological and aesthetical evolution of color photography.

17 Mar 2025

10 Famous Pop Art Artists You Should Know

Pop Art erased the line between high and low arts. Here are 10 Pop artists painters whose work defined the movement.

17 Mar 2025

Contemporary Italian Artists You Need to Know

From street art to other contemporary practices, here is the ultimate list of Italian artists working today whose work you need to know!

17 Mar 2025

Value in Art: Understanding One of the Art Elements

What is value in art? Learn about how we define value in art and see examples of how lightness and darkness help to create a focus.

17 Mar 2025

10 Op Art Artists Whose Work You Have to Follow

What is Op Art? Check out the Op Art examples and discover artists that push the boundaries of our perception in a mind-boggling way.

14 Mar 2025

Joseph Beuys and How to Explain Pictures to a Dead Hare

Exploring Joseph Beuys' 1965 performance of How to Explain Pictures to a Dead Hare—its radical symbolism and lasting impact on art.

13 Mar 2025

The Most Famous Paintings in Post-War Art, As Seen by the Internet

Discover the most famous post-war paintings, as ranked by the internet, and explore the artworks that shaped modern art.

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