Contemporary art encompasses all artworks produced from the mid-20th century to the present day.
IESA arts&culture offers tailored contemporary art programs for those who wish to specialize and work in this field.
Definition of Contemporary Art
Chronologically, contemporary art succeeds the modern art initiated by the Impressionists between 1850 and 1945. Artistic movements that appeared after the Second World War are therefore considered contemporary art. This is the case for Pop art, Fluxus, conceptual art, and video art. Contemporary art is marked by new behaviors, notably stylistic renewal, the use of new technologies, and the artistic blending brought about by diverse origins. Although it is based on the experiments of modern art, contemporary art increasingly leans toward the visual arts. The works are exhibited by specialized galleries, companies, museums, state-funded bodies, private collectors, or the artists themselves.
Contemporary Art Programs
Various top schools offer contemporary art programs. IESA arts&culture, for example, has the Bachelor in Art Expertise and Trade. This 3-year program allows students to develop their knowledge of works of art from different periods. In particular, they learn contemporary art history, administrative management and organizational techniques, as well as methodologies for appraising works of art. Holders of this Bac+3 in contemporary art can continue their studies with the Master in Contemporary Art at IESA arts&culture.
This two-year program allows them, among other things, to understand the different aspects of the contemporary art market, including its economic and regulatory aspects. Students also learn management and communication techniques. They acquire solid knowledge of many disciplines such as painting, photography, decorative arts, performing arts and visual arts.
The Contemporary Art Market
Contemporary art has been the subject of much criticism, which has led to the setting of certain limits. Thus, body art, which appeared in the 1970s, was criticized for its provocative side at the border of the values tolerated by society. In addition, art brut is not considered contemporary art insofar as the works come from self-taught artists working outside any historical context. On the other hand, handcrafted objects such as textiles are not admitted into the sphere of contemporary art. Only objects meeting particular values are considered contemporary art today.
Contemporary Art Professions
Many professions are accessible in the field of contemporary art, able to satisfy everyone according to their skills: