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Minimalism
minimalism started in early 1960s and ended in late 1960s -
Approaches
Artist like Donald Judd viewed the name Minalimalism as derogatrory. He preferred the term "primary structures." Using this term brought many important people together in Minimalism like Sol LeWitt, Dan Flavin, Robert Morris, etc. -
Where did they get there inspiration from
The minimalists got their inspiration from the Russian Constructivism and Marcel Duchamp's ready-mades. Sculptures from the Russian Constructivism emphasized fabrication of most modern sculptures. Ready-mades from Duchamp's pointed to ways how sculpture made use of pre-fabricated materials -
Styles
Minimalists' used simple, geometric shapes in their artwork. -
Beginning to take shape
Minimalism began to take shape. Such as in California, the "Light and Space" painting which was made by Robert Irwin. -
Styles
More of his artwork
Artist such as Frank Stella painted very simple canvases that were considered minimal. Using only line, solid color, and geometric forms, he combined paint and canvas in a way that becomes inseparable which means unable to be separated -
Did you know?
Minimalists tried to remove the appearance of composition from their work -
Did you know?
Minimalism has been discussed throughout the years. It has been said that Minimalism forms a "crux" or turning point in history. It remains hugely influential today.
