SingartContemporary Art: A Mirror of Today’s Society
Artists are historians and their art the journal. Undeniably, art is not only an expression of beauty and creativity; it is also a reflection of the times. This is also the main reason why art is an ever changing medium. The evolution of art is manifested in all its forms. Standard and cultural change is evident from the world of music, dance and stage performances to the visual forms including sculptures and paintings.
A piece of art is a reflection of the artist. It represents his beliefs, outlook, emotion and passion. Religion, war and power were very prominent themes of the medieval artists and are reflected in most of the medieval art pieces. Impressionism gave us the tranquility, vibrancy and color of the world as it ushered the 20th century and long before it faced the harsh realities of inequality and war.
Perhaps one of the most passionate and volatile era of arts came during the dark years leading to and during the two world wars. With the advent of film and photography, some of the most poignant human emotions were captured. War, loss of innocence, pain, suffering, loss of life and racism are few of the powerful subjects of the times.
The Art of Today
What types of art do we have today? The art movement of today is not on the type or on the subject. More than the subjects taken, it is the huge shift from the exclusivity of the rich and learned to the popularity of the masses. Several art forms have emerged together with the boom of the internet technology. Graphic arts are made popular with the amalgamation of photography and technical editing.
Gadgetry has also made it possible for everyone to try their hand in creating arts. Cameras and mobiles have applications that enable users to transform a simple snapshot into something extraordinary. Everyone can be an artist today. All one need is an eye for a good subject, the ability to capture it and the knack for powerful presentation.
Nowadays, you no longer have to visit museums or attend recitals in order to visit art. Advertisements, television shows, products packaging and even the wall paintings on the side of buildings are already recognized as legitimate arts.
New media Arts on Exhibitions
Exhibitions focusing on the new genres of arts are held worldwide to enhance public involvement and appreciation of today’s arts. The Art Taipei 2012 is one exhibition that will showcase contemporary arts of today’s artists. The show is expected to provide artists a chance to showcase their artworks and share diverse and innovative techniques in the rendition of art. More than a gathering of top art movers all over the world, the event aims to gather a collective vision of how the world is reflected in the art form.
