Dadaism, Surrealism, Experinissiom - Artistic Movements

This blog is assigned by Yesha Ma'am. It's contains my art upon Dadaism, Surrealism, Expressionism and brief introduction of these three movements.

I also try to make art on these movements and here are the result of it;

(You can give your interpretation in comment section.)

Dadaistic Art : (Photography)

These photos are clicked in Samsung M21, Rear camera, ISO100.

Clicked by Avani Jani in One Plus.

Clicked by Avani Jani in One Plus.

Surrealistic Art :

Expressinisim Art :

Done by group of our class.(Digital art)
(This is a photo of digital view board.)

Dadaism :

Dadaism is an artistic movement that emerged in the early 20th century as a reaction to the devastation of World War I and the societal changes happening at the time. Dadaists rejected traditional art forms and values, and sought to challenge the audience's perceptions of art. They used a wide range of unconventional materials and techniques, such as collage, photomontage, and found objects, often incorporating elements of chance and humor into their work. Some of the key figures in the Dada movement include Marcel Duchamp, Francis Picabia, and Hannah Höch. Dadaism spread across Europe and later to the United States, and had a significant influence on the development of Surrealism and other avant-garde movements.

Theme :

• Anti-war: Many Dadaists were deeply affected by the devastation of World War I and used their art as a form of protest against the conflict and the societal structures that had led to it.
• Anti-establishment: Dadaists rejected traditional art forms and values and sought to challenge the audience's perceptions of art and the art world.
• Experimentation: Dadaists experimented with a wide range of unconventional materials and techniques, such as collage, photomontage, and found objects, often incorporating elements of chance and humor into their work.
• Absurdity and Surrealism: Dadaists often used elements of absurdity and irrationality in their works, which laid the foundation for Surrealism.
• Political and social commentary: Dadaists used their art as a way to comment on political and social issues of the time, often in a satirical and critical manner.

Dadaistic Artist :

There are many famous artists associated with the Dada movement, here are some notable ones:

• Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968): Considered one of the most important figures in the Dada movement, Duchamp is best known for his ready-mades, ordinary objects that he presented as works of art. He also created a number of influential works, such as the "Fountain" (1917), which is considered to be one of the first pieces of conceptual art.

• Francis Picabia (1879-1953): A French painter and writer, Picabia was a key figure in the Dada movement in Paris. He experimented with various styles, from Impressionism to abstract art, and his works often incorporated elements of satire and irony.

• Hannah Höch (1889-1978): A German artist and photomontage artist, Höch is considered one of the leading figures of the Dada movement in Berlin. Her works often incorporated found images and dealt with themes of gender and societal norms.

• Kurt Schwitters (1887-1948): A German painter, sculptor, and writer, Schwitters was a key figure in the Dada movement in Hanover. He is best known for his collages, which he called Merz art, which often incorporated found materials such as ticket stubs and newspapers.

• George Grosz (1893-1959): A German artist and caricaturist, Grosz was a key figure in the Dada movement in Berlin. His works often dealt with political and social issues of the time, and often incorporated elements of satire and irony.

• Man Ray (1890-1976): An American artist and photographer, Man Ray was associated with the Dada movement in Paris. He is best known for his photographs and his use of photograms, which are photographic images created without a camera.

These artists were active during the World War 1 and after the war until the 1920s,Dadaism was a short lived but influential movement that had a lasting impact on the art world.

Dadaistic Art :

Fountain (Duchamp)

Painting by Marcel Duchamp and Rrose Sélavy

 SURREALISM 

Surrealism is an art and literary movement that started in the 1920s. It is about using the imagination to create something unusual and unexpected. Artists and writers who were part of the Surrealist movement would often use symbols, dream-like imagery and strange combinations of objects in their work. They wanted to show that the world was not always what it seemed and that there was more to reality than what we see in our everyday lives. They also wanted to challenge the traditional ideas and norms of society. In simple words, Surrealism is an art movement that tries to show the world in a different and unusual way, often using images from dreams and the subconscious mind.

Theme :

The theme of Surrealist art is often related to the subconscious mind, dreams, and the irrational. Surrealist artists sought to tap into the unconscious mind and reveal the hidden desires, fears, and thoughts that exist beneath the surface of the conscious mind. They often used symbolism, metaphor, and other techniques to express these hidden thoughts and feelings.

Some common themes in Surrealist art include : 

• The exploration of the human psyche and the inner world of the mind
• The use of symbolism and metaphor to express emotions and ideas
• The use of dream-like imagery and unexpected juxtapositions
• The critique of societal norms and conventions
• The rejection of rationality and logic in favor of the irrational and the unexpected
• The representation of the inner reality, the subconscious and the irrational
• The use of automatism to create art, the artist let his subconscious take over the creation process.

In summary, Surrealist art explores the hidden and irrational aspects of the human mind and consciousness, through the use of symbolism, metaphor, and dream-like imagery, and often critiques societal norms and conventions.

Surrealistic Artists :

• Salvador Dali (1904-1989) : He was a Spanish painter and one of the most famous and influential members of the Surrealist movement. He joined the Surrealist group in 1929, and his works from that period, such as "The Persistence of Memory" (1931) is considered some of his most iconic. He was associated with the movement until the 1940s.
• René Magritte (1898-1967) : He was a Belgian surrealist artist known for his thought-provoking images that often feature unexpected combinations of objects and symbols. He joined the Surrealist group in 1927 and became one of its most prominent members. His works from that period, such as "The Son of Man" (1964) and "The Treachery of Images" (1929) are considered some of his most famous.
• Max Ernst (1891-1976) : He was a German-born artist who was a leading member of the Surrealist movement. He joined the group in 1922 and his works from that period, such as "The Elephant Celebes" (1921) and "Europe After the Rain" (1940) are considered some of his most famous. He was associated with the movement until the 1940s.
• Yves Tanguy (1900-1955) : He was a French painter known for his dream-like landscapes and abstract shapes. He joined the Surrealist group in 1925, and his works from that period, such as "The Empty Mask" (1927) and "The Sun in the Head" (1930) are considered some of his most famous.
• Joan Miró (1893-1983): He was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and ceramicist who was an important member of the Surrealist movement. He joined the group in 1924 and his works from that period, such as "The Harlequin's Carnival" (1924) and "The Tilled Field" (1923–1924) are considered some of his most famous.
• Frida Kahlo (1907-1954): She was a Mexican painter known for her self-portraits, which often depicted her physical and emotional pain. She was not officially associated with the Surrealist movement, but her works have been recognized as Surrealist. Her most famous works include "The Broken Column" (1944) and "The Two Fridas" (1939).

These artists were some of the most prominent figures in the Surrealist movement, but there were many other talented artists who also contributed to the development of the movement. They were active during the 1920s to 1940s, which is considered the height of the Surrealist movement.

Surrealistic Art :

Philosopher's lamp, 1936 - Rene Magritte

The Persistence of Memory
Year: 1931
Artist: Salvador Dali

 Expressionism : 

Expressionism is an art movement that began in the early 20th century. It is characterized by the use of bold, exaggerated, and often distorted forms, bright colors, and intense emotions. The goal of expressionist art is to express the inner feelings and emotions of the artist, rather than simply depicting reality. Expressionism can be found in various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, and literature. Some famous expressionist artists include Edvard Munch, Vincent van Gogh, and Wassily Kandinsky.

Theme of expressionism :

• Inner emotions and feelings of the artist.
• Depiction of darker, more intense emotions such as fear, anxiety, and alienation.
• Social and political critique.
• Rebellion against tradition and the status quo.
• Conveying emotions in a powerful and immediate way.
• Use of distorted forms, bright colors, and energetic brushstrokes.
• Self-exploration and self-discovery.

Expressionism Artists :

• Edvard Munch (1863-1944): Norwegian painter and printmaker known for his Symbolist and Expressionist works, such as "The Scream."

• Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890): Dutch Post-Impressionist painter known for his bold use of color and emotional intensity, particularly in works such as "Starry Night."

• Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944): Russian painter and art theorist who is considered one of the pioneers of abstract art and an important figure in the Expressionist movement.

• Egon Schiele (1890-1918): Austrian painter known for his erotic and emotive figures and portraits.

• Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938): German painter and printmaker who was a founding member of the Expressionist group Die Bruck.

• Max Beckmann (1884-1950): German painter, draftsman, and printmaker, whose works typically featured grotesque, nightmarish imagery.

• Oskar Kokoschka (1886-1980): Austrian painter, poet, and playwright known for his Expressionist portraits and landscapes.

• Emil Nolde (1867-1956): German painter and printmaker, who was one of the first Expressionists.

These are a few famous expressionist artists, They were active mainly between the late 19th century to the mid 20th century.

Expressionist Art :

The Scream

The Starry Night

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