Clash of the Art Movements: Abstract Expressionism v Pop Art Exploring the evolution of these two contrasting art movements – both of which are merged in my By Kerwin style of portrait painting In the vast landscape of art history, two monumental movements emerged in the 20th century: Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art. These contrasting …
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Iconic Music Album Covers: Pop Art’s Timeless Influence Music and art have long been intertwined, with iconic album covers often serving as visual representations of the artistic vision behind the music. Among the various art movements that have left an indelible mark on album cover design, Pop Art stands out as a vibrant and influential …
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Colour-Field vs. Action Painting: What is the Difference? Exploring two opposing mid-20th century art movements and why they matter In the vibrant world of modern art, two distinct movements emerged in the mid-20th century, captivating audiences with their unique approaches to expression. ‘Colour-field’ painting and ‘action’ painting both revolutionised the art scene, challenging traditional techniques …
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Pop Art Revolution: Its Meaning, Origins & Vibrant Traits Pop artist Kerwin Blackburn explores the history of the pop art movement Pop art was a powerful art movement that challenged conventions and reshaped global cultural perceptions. It left a lasting legacy on the world; bridging the gap between high and low culture and redefining the …
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Pop Art Portraits: Music Icons Captured in Colour Exploring how music and pop art collide with these famous artists, paintings and prints In this article I explore the vibrant world of pop art portraits and how they typically use vivid colours to capture the spirit of the world’s biggest music icons. As a UK artist …
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MoMA Museum Of Modern Art, New York Review It was great to visit the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York in March 2023, and see some of the best and most famous paintings ever produced. This was also my first art museum visit in about four years (I’m pretty sure the last was …
