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Conceptual Art & Its Subgenres



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Conceptual art is an evolving field of art that fuses the philosophies of many different artists. It can be broken down into many subgenres that can be used to have an impact on society. I will be discussing the works of several artists who made a mark in conceptual art. Marcel Duchamp (Elaine Sturtevant), and Robert Rauschenberg are just some of the names I'll be discussing. Then, I will briefly discuss the work of Lawrence Weiner.

Elaine Sturtevant

The American artist Elaine Sturtevant is commonly misunderstood. However, in the last decade, she has garnered great critical acclaim. The Museum of Modern Art in New York presented the retrospective "Sturtevant, Double Trouble" in 2014. It was the first U.S. museum to exhibit the artist's works since 1973.

Robert Rauschenberg

Robert Rauschenberg conceptual art is a style of painting that incorporates a conceptual component into the creation of a piece. Many prestigious institutions have the American artist's works, including Tate Modern and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Rauschenberg's work often draws on street materials such as paper or dirt, which can be a factor in his humanitarian efforts.


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Marcel Duchamp

Conceptual art has many references to the notion of "readymade". Duchamp made readymades of everyday objects and turned them into works. Duchamp's symbolic works have themes like eroticism and desire. Duchamp wanted to prove that avant-garde art practices were not consistent with modernity. He also created readymades in response the prevailing social values including gender hierarchy and class.


Lawrence Weiner

Lawrence Weiner's works have been extensively exhibited around the globe. His works are held in many museums, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, and the Art Institute of Chicago. Weiner was raised in the South Bronx and attended Hunter College. He has also shown in many private collections around the globe.

Fountain by Marcel Duchamp

Francis M. Naumann, curator at the Philadelphia Museum of Art's "Fountain" exhibit, is one of most important exhibitions of the 20th century. The work, which has many enduring meanings, is a turning-point in art history. It reveals Duchamp’s ambivalent approach to truth. Duchamp did not place importance on truth or objectivity in his works, and it is important to consider this in context.

Marcel Duchamp's urinal

Marcel Duchamp’s Fountain is the most prominent urinal in historical history. However there is much controversy over its identity. It was designed by Duchamp and Baroness Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, and was submitted to the Society of Independent Artists in 1917. Although the urinal was not accepted, it is considered an important piece of conceptual art. It was displayed at New York's Grand Central Palace.


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Marcel Duchamp's One and Three Chairs

Kosuth's assemblage of a folding chair with the full-scale image of a chair and an enlarged dictionary definition of a chair are considered Duchamp's readymades. Both works challenge the meaning of a chair and emphasize the connection between language, picture, and language. They also ask how art is made using language and whether art can exist for its own sake. Duchamp's readymades have inspired Kosuth to create this work.





FAQ

How did pop music get started?

It was an accident. The first song was written by mistake when someone accidentally knocked over a piano while playing around on New Year's Eve in 1920.

The recording company liked the song and decided to release it single.

This single was the first to be officially recorded.

Pop music is today the most popular form musical entertainment.


How can we prevent the dangers of pop-culture?

We should first be able to identify when pop culture has an influence on us. Then, we need to ensure that we are not being influenced. Here are some ways you can avoid being influenced by bad influences

  • Avoid watching Game Of Thrones and other violent shows.
  • Spend less time surfing the Internet. Instead, learn from books.
  • Spend less time watching television. Spend your time doing activities that are healthy.
  • Be cautious about what you write online. Once comments are posted, you cannot delete them.
  • You should ensure that all websites you visit are secure. Before you submit personal information, make sure they are checked.
  • Do not allow anyone to force you into doing anything dangerous.

If you see yourself becoming addicted to pop culture, talk to an adult who will help you. You can contact your local library, or the National Center For Missing & Exposed Children (1-800-583-LOL).


What are some examples pop culture trends for 2020?

The music industry is changing quickly. This year saw artists like Travis Scott, Post Malone, Billie Eilish and Billie Eilish reach number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart. This was an unprecedented achievement for any artist.

The same applies to streaming services. Spotify reported that they streamed 10 billion hours of audio content in the last year. This is five times more than what Spotify users listened to just five years back!

This has resulted a huge shift in the ways people consume media. The majority of people now spend their time reading content, rather than creating it.

Today everyone from toddlers to retirees has access to a device capable of playing back high-quality audio content. This means that anyone can record, edit, mix, and release their music.

To play your favorite song you don't have a degree in classical music theory. Simply download an application, add your voice and upload them on YouTube.

If you don't feel like making music, why not just watch? There are many channels where you can watch videos of songs.


What is popular culture in music?

Popular music culture is a dynamic phenomenon that can take many forms.

Popular music culture can be defined by its use certain types of music (e.g. rock, jazz) or lyrics. It also includes the influence of visual media (e.g., film, television and fashion) on artists' careers.

It's also all about how fans interact their favorite artists.

The rise of superstars - musicians who have made a name for themselves - is one aspect of popular music culture.

These superstars often transcend genres and become cultural icons, and their popularity has influenced the evolution of popular music itself.

Other elements of popular music culture include:

* The rise in recording technology - from acoustic instruments, to electric guitars, and microphones.

* The inventions and use of the radio and record player;

* The birth of rock 'n roll.

* Introduction of film and TV;

* The introduction of MTV and VH1

* The creation the internet.


What is pop media?

Pop culture is all around. Pop culture is everywhere you go: radio, television, film, music and magazines. We are surrounded by it 24/7. It is everywhere, including our clothing, food, language, politics, religion, and music. So what exactly is pop culture? Wikipedia states that pop culture refers to products and ideas designed for mass consumption. Most people believe that pop culture refers to movies, television, music, fashion, or other entertainment. Pop culture does not only include entertainment. The term describes anything consumed by the masses, such as video games, sports, toys, clothing, fast food, political campaigns, and many others.


What can pop-culture teach us?

Our society today places more importance on material goods than all other things. This is especially true with young people. They spend hours each day staring at screens. They surf the internet, watch movies, and play video games. They lose focus of school work because they are constantly distracted by these distractions. This leads to them failing classes.

Everyone wants to fit in. That means being popular. Popularity is dependent upon having money, clothes and other possessions. This can lead to some people doing things that aren’t right.

Technology has made us too dependent. We now have access to all types of information thanks to technology. Not all information is correct. False rumors can be found all over the Internet. These rumors spread quickly because people share them on social media sites. It's easy just to post something and not verify its authenticity.

People have lost the ability to think critically. People believe everything they see on the Internet. They believe what they see on TV and in magazines. They stop thinking for their own sake. Instead, they follow others.

We lose control of our lives when we depend on others to tell we what's going on. Pop culture teaches you to depend on others. It also makes us lazy. While the truth is often out there, we don't always know it.


What examples of pop culture are there in 2021?

Two hijacked airplanes from terrorists crashed into New York City's twin towers on the 11th September 2001. 9/11 was the day that would change history.

These events have had a profound impact on popular culture, and they continue to have an influence today. It is easy to see how this event has impacted our lives in many different ways.

It includes TV shows like 24, and movies like United 93. This tells the story about what happened on the flight from Boston (Mass.) to Los Angeles (Calif.) on 9/11. Dexter Filkins' book The Forever War is also included.

Everyone can remember exactly where they were when the attacks occurred. Some people jumped out of their beds and went outside. Others read newspapers or watched TV.

Pop culture is always changing. It reflects society and provides inspiration. What will happen to popular culture in the next year? It's too early to tell. We do know it will be better than it was before.



Statistics

  • In 1987, US films captured 56% of the European film market. (socialsci.libretexts.org)
  • Recently, the market share across Western Europe has ranged from 60-75% (Hopewell, 2013). (socialsci.libretexts.org)
  • Less than a decade later, that statistic rose to 90% (Dager, n.d.). (socialsci.libretexts.org)
  • Latinos represent roughly 19% of the U.S. population. (npr.org)
  • According to Kathryn Sorrells (2013, pp. 142-144), there are several ways that we can become informed consumers of popular culture. (socialsci.libretexts.org)



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How To

Which movie has the most references from pop culture?

The Matrix was a science fiction action movie written by Andy Wachowski & Lana Wachowski. Warner Bros. Pictures released the movie on May 21, 1999. Stars included Carrie-Anne Moss (star), Hugo Weaving (star), Laurence Fishburne (star), Mary Alice, Joe Pantoliano and Bruce Willis.

Neo (KeanuReeves), an aspiring computer programmer, discovers he lives within a virtual reality simulation called the "matrix." He attempts to understand how the world he inhabits was created and why it is there. Along the way, he meets Morpheus ("Hugo Weaving"), an agent for Zionists. He also encounters Trinity (Carrie Anne Moss), a program that helps him understand the truth behind Zionists.

The film received favorable reviews from critics. It grossed $821million worldwide against a budget US$150 million.

It won several awards, including Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Golden Globe Awards for Best Motion Picture - Drama, Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role, and BAFTA for Best British Film.

The Matrix has been called one of the greatest films of all time. In 2004, Time magazine ranked it #3 on their list of the 100 best films since 2000.

Empire Magazine placed The Matrix as number 12 on their list, 500 Greatest Movies Ever Made, in 2007.

Rolling Stone named The Matrix as the 9th best action film ever in 2010

The Matrix Revolutions, and The Matrix Reloaded both were released in 2003.

The Matrix is a popular reference point for videogames, particularly those that use first-person shooter mechanics.

The game series Call of Duty features a mission titled "The Matrix", which takes place after the movie's events.

South Park's episode, "The Death Camp of Tolerance," features a scene in the which characters see The Matrix.

A scene in Halo 4 (2012) features a character who is watching The Matrix.

The 2013 video game Borderlands 2 features a side quest called "The Matrix."

Destiny 2014 featured a playable character that could use the power weapon "The Nebuchadnezzar", which is based off the gun in the movie.

The 2015 video game Fallout 4 includes a DLC pack called "The Power Armor Files," which features a short story set in the same universe as the original trilogy and revolves around a character wearing a power armor suit similar to Neo's.

Overwatch 2017 features a character with a unique ability called "Matrix Cannon", which allows him to fire energy blasts like lasers or bullets.

The 2019 videogame Doom Eternal includes a level called "The Matrix".

A Metro Exodus character wears a jacket that has a patch that features the movie's logo.

The 2019 video games Mass Effect: Andromeda and Shadow of the Tomb Raider feature a mission named "The Matrix".

The 2019 Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order videogame includes a mission titled "The Matrix", in which a Neo-dressed character is featured.




 



Conceptual Art & Its Subgenres