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What is 'installation art'?
Artworks designed to transform a space and engage the viewer in a multi-sensory experience.
Define 'new media' in contemporary art.
Innovative art materials beyond traditional ones, like Mylar, video, and everyday objects.
What is 'social commentary' in art?
Artworks that critique societal issues, norms, or values.
What is 'mixed media'?
Art that combines various materials and techniques in a single work.
What is 'Globalization'?
The spread of cultures leading to more cross-cultural artistic inspiration.
Compare the materials used in Pink Panther and Androgyne III.
Pink Panther uses glazed porcelain for a glossy finish, while Androgyne III uses resin, burlap, wood, string, and nails to emphasize texture.
Compare the use of technology in the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Electronic Superhighway.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao uses tech-assisted design for innovative structure, while Electronic Superhighway uses video and electronic components for sensory immersion.
Compare The Gates and Shibboleth in terms of their public interaction.
The Gates is a mixed-media installation meant to be walked through, while Shibboleth is a crack in the floor that creates a barrier.
Compare Summer Trees and Old Man's Cloth in terms of materials.
Summer Trees uses ink on paper, while Old Man's Cloth uses copper wire and aluminum.
Compare Earth's Creation and Kui Hua Zi (Sunflower Seeds) in terms of medium.
Earth's Creation uses synthetic polymer paint on canvas, while Kui Hua Zi (Sunflower Seeds) uses sculptured and painted porcelain.
What is the social commentary of Pink Panther by Jeff Koons?
Critique of pop culture and stereotypes through its glossy, commercial appearance.
How did technology influence contemporary architecture?
Programs like AutoCAD allowed for lighter, cheaper, and more eco-friendly structures.
How did the invention of acrylic paint impact painting?
Offered a cheaper and faster-drying alternative to oil paint, influencing texture experimentation.
What impact did globalization have on contemporary art?
Increased interaction and diverse voices led to unique and hybrid art forms.
What is the significance of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial?
It is a memorial made of granite that honors members of the U.S. armed forces who fought in the Vietnam War.