Minimalism in Art: 1960s-1970s

Study Notes

Sculptures shifted from being displayed on platforms to directly on the floor.
Minimalist painters employed geometric shapes and lines to define space.
Some artists worked with light, using fluorescent tubes to create color patterns.
Donald Judd was a pioneer of Minimalist art, moving away from traditional forms.
Judd's preferred materials were concrete, wood, metal, and Plexiglass.
He created a series of progressions in art, including boxes, stacks, and rectangles.
In 1968, Judd turned a New York building into a studio and residence.
He created permanent installations instead of temporary gallery exhibitions.
Judd employed the shape of a box due to its neutrality and non-representation.
He created fifteen concrete box installations from 1980-1984, each unit 2.5 x 2.5 x 5 meters.
Eva Hesse achieved success as an artist despite a difficult upbringing.
She worked with three-dimensional materials like latex and fiberglass.
Her sculptures were abstract but often had references to bodies or contradictory illusions.
Hesse used an unusual method of rubberizing fabric to create her art.
Her sculptures were composed of twisted, arching lines made from knotted ropes and hardened latex.

Description

Test your knowledge of the Minimalism art movement that emerged during the 1960s, characterized by the use of primary colors, sleek geometric forms, and industrial materials. Learn about the young artists who challenged traditional boundaries and changed the concept of sculptures and painting.