Art Movements and Critiques

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Which artist's work is characterized by the use of strange surfaces to evoke emotion within the context of neoconservative postmodernism?

Felix Gonzalez-Torres

Barbara Kruger

Julian Schnabel (correct)

Sarah Charlesworth

What does the work 'AIDS Timeline' by Group Material primarily address?

The success of the art market in the 1980s

The historical representation of art

The social conditions related to AIDS over a decade (correct)

The evolution of postmodern architecture

What concept does Barbara Kruger's piece 'We Won't Play Nature To Your Culture' primarily critique?

The originality of artistic representation

The commercialization of art

Cultural perception of women within social constructs (correct)

The complexities of modernism

What significant aspect does Felix Gonzalez-Torres's work 'Untitled (USA Today)' evoke through its candy invitation?

A challenge to art taboos regarding interaction Signup and view all the answers

Neoconservative postmodernism reacted against modernism by emphasizing which of the following?

Ornamentation and figuration Signup and view all the answers

Which artist's work is an example of post-structural postmodernism that questions originality and authority in representation?

Barbara Kruger Signup and view all the answers

In Sarah Charlesworth's art, what historical figure is depicted holding a newspaper in captivity?

Aldo Moro Signup and view all the answers

What key element did Julian Schnabel's work incorporate that highlighted the 'pastiche' style?

Historical quotations and styles Signup and view all the answers

What concept does Chris Burden's performance 'Transfixed' specifically relate to?

Transubstantiation in Christian faith Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary aim of the 'Womanhouse' project by Judy Chicago and Miriam Shapiro?

To challenge the definition of artistic materials Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the format of Judy Chicago's 'The Dinner Party'?

An installation featuring 39 place settings for historical women Signup and view all the answers

What thematic exploration does Mary Kelly's 'Post-Partem Document' engage with?

The role of mothering in the arts Signup and view all the answers

Which central argument is put forth by Laura Mulvey in her 1975 essay?

Mainstream cinema inherently supports patriarchal norms Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Martha Rosler's photomontage series 'Bringing the War Home'?

Exploring suburban life amidst conflict Signup and view all the answers

What artistic approach does Cindy Sherman employ in 'Untitled Film Still #7'?

Reenactment of cinematic stereotypes about women Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinctive feature of Chris Burden's art as showcased in 'Transfixed'?

It explores themes of suffering and sacrifice Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of institutional critique in the context of artistic practice?

Critiquing the role of museums or art galleries Signup and view all the answers

Which art movement primarily explores popular images influenced by the socio-political climate of the 60s and 70s?

Pictures Generation Signup and view all the answers

What unique approach does William Kentridge utilize in the renewal of drawing?

Erasing and altering drawings while documenting the process Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'pastiche' refer to in the context of neoconservative postmodernism?

An artistic mix of disparate elements imitating other artists Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant goal of the feminist movement in contemporary art?

To obtain equal representation and challenge gender norms within art Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes pictorial photography from other photography styles?

Focus on aesthetics, composition, and tonality over documentation Signup and view all the answers

What concept does 'virtuality' encompass in contemporary art?

Imagery created through computer technology offering imaginary representations Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect does 'identity' in art aim to challenge?

The historical narrative that favors dominant perspectives Signup and view all the answers

Which work addresses the complexities of identity and narrative through the depiction of daily life at a kitchen table?

Carrie Mae Weems, Untitled (Man Reading Newspaper) Signup and view all the answers

What theme is explored in Kehinde Wiley's An Economy of Grace?

Representation of black female stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

Which artist's work involves a large-scale installation that contrasts fire and water through video projection?

Bill Viola, The Crossing Signup and view all the answers

What significant aspect does Robert Gober's Untitled work interrogate?

The relationship between aesthetic experience, sexual desire, and death Signup and view all the answers

Which piece presents a profound commentary on memory and trauma through the lens of drawing?

William Kentridge, Felix in Exile Signup and view all the answers

Which artist used transitory elements to reinterpret a classic film in their installation?

Douglas Gordon, 24 Hour Psycho Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following works prominently features visual and narrative intersections in its design?

Sam Taylor Wood, Soliloquy I Signup and view all the answers

What type of work is Douglas Gordon's 24 Hour Psycho considered?

Large-scale video art Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Thomas Hirschhorn's Gramsci Monument?

To provoke encounters and invite public interaction. Signup and view all the answers

What concept does Rirkrit Tiravanija's Untitled (Free) primarily challenge?

The relationship between art and community engagement. Signup and view all the answers

What does Harun Farocki's Serious Games 1: Immersion illustrate about military training?

The integration of video game technology in training and treatment. Signup and view all the answers

In Ai Weiwei's Fairytale, what was significant about the 1001 Chinese citizens' experience?

They represented the concept of globalization through cultural exchange. Signup and view all the answers

What underlying theme does Rikrit Tiravanija's work address regarding the public sphere?

The decline of community engagement and public interaction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the materials used in Ai Weiwei's Fairytale?

They represent the richness of traditional Chinese culture despite its decline. Signup and view all the answers

How does Harun Farocki’s work connect military training to video games?

It contrasts realism with virtual experiences. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is highlighted in the structure of Thomas Hirschhorn’s Gramsci Monument?

The collaboration with local residents in its construction. Signup and view all the answers

What was Sara Charlesworth attempting to illustrate by whiting out words in newspapers?

The role of newspapers in shaping state authority Signup and view all the answers

In his early work after moving to the US, what two actions did Nam June Paik engage in?

Distorting television signals and manipulating sound recordings Signup and view all the answers

What do Barbara Kruger’s artworks commonly add to existing photographs?

Verbal statements that engage the viewer Signup and view all the answers

Which strategies are most commonly associated with Pictures Generation artists?

Appropriation and pastiche Signup and view all the answers

In her artwork combining an image of Pat Nixon and war casualties, what does Martha Rosler critique?

The disconnection between political leaders and citizens Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes neoconservative postmodernism as theorized by scholars?

Pastiche Signup and view all the answers

What primary issue informs Robert Gober's exploration of the body in his sculpture?

The impact of HIV and AIDS Signup and view all the answers

How is the term 'abject' defined in the context of representations of the body in art according to scholars?

A negative representation of the tormented body Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Institutional Critique

Critiquing an institution, often a museum or gallery, as artistic practice.

Performance Art

Art involving the human body, often in front of an audience.

Postmodernism

Intellectual movement and cultural attitude after World War II.
Focuses on cultural pluralism and freedom from established Western ideas.

Pictures Generation

Art movement influenced by 1960s/70s social/political issues.
Photographers recontextualized popular images.

Subjects of History

Narrative scenes from classical mythology, the Bible and history, often allegorical.

Pictorial Photography

Approach emphasizing beauty of subject, tonality and composition over documentation.
Example: Sam Taylor-Wood.

Body Art

Art using the human body as both subject and object.

Pastiche

Mix of incongruous parts; often satirically imitating other artists' work.
Example: Julian Schnabel.

Renewal of Drawing (foregrounding of erasure)

William Kentridge.
Drawing technique involving erasure and recording changes with stop-motion camera work.
Combines drawing and film.

Identity

Attempt to reflect on historical art biases (non-white, male, hetero-normative).
Example: Carrie Mae Weems.

Virtuality

Computer-generated imagery of objects, people, and experiences.
Challenges conventional representations.

Feminism

Movement seeking recognition and equality for women artists.
Questions assumptions about womanhood.
Example: Judy Chicago and Mary Kelly.

Textuality

All attributes of a communication context that distinguish it as a subject of study.

Abject Art

Art exploring themes that violate ideas of cleanliness and propriety, often referencing the body.
Example: Barbara Kruger.

Installation Art

Three-dimensional artwork that transforms a space through its design.
Example: Douglas Gordon and Bill Viola.

Globalism

Abstraction representing art from all over the world at the same time.

Conceptual Art

Art where the idea is more important than the final product.
Example: John Baldessari and Michael Asher.

Sculpture in the Expanded Field

Krauss Theory of expanding the definition of sculpture.
Moving from traditional architecture and landscape ideas.

Institutional Critique (2)

Art movement reacting to institutions (like museums), created by questioning their practices.

Hans Haacke.
Work documenting ownership and control within urban space (using photographs, maps and financial records.)

Performance Art (2)

Carolee Schneemann, Body/Eye (1963) and Vito Acconci, Trademarks (1970).
Feminist expression and performance explorations of the body in art.

Reevaluating History and Subjects of History

Artists like Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Fred Wilson, and Carrie Mae Weems are included

Postmodernism (2)

Postmodernist pieces include: Cindy Sherman, Untitled Film Still #7 (1978) and Sarah Charlesworth (April 21, 1978).
Neoconservative Postmodernism and Post-Structural Postmodernism.
Julian Schnabel and Martha Rosler.

Visual Pleasure and Narrative Cinema (1975)

Laura Mulvey's essay on mainstream film.
Patriarchal unconscious and voyeurism.

GROUP MATERIAL (AIDS Timeline)

A representation examining chronological relationships in response to social needs and demands

Considering History Subjects

Felix Gonzalez-Torres' (USA Today, 1990) and Fred Wilson's (Mining the Museum, 1992) work engages the presentation of history

Feminism and Art

Judy Chicago's The Dinner Party (1974-9), Mary Kelly's Post-Partem Document: Documentation VI(1978)

Conceptual Art (2)

Include John Baldessari and Michael Asher

Pastiche (2)

Example artists: Caravaggio, Antlers (a specific artwork title or form) and Julian Schnabel (Exile, 1980).

HIV/AIDS and the Body

Robert Gober’s work addresses the body as a subject affected by epidemics, disease, and trauma.

Large-Scale Video Projection

Bill Viola's The Crossing (1996).

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Explore various art movements and critiques, including Institutional Critique, Performance Art, and Postmodernism. This quiz delves into the significance of each movement and their impact on contemporary art practices. Test your knowledge of the evolution of artistic expression and narrative techniques.