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POSTMODERNISM
What is postmodernism?
◦Postmodernism first occurred in the 1870’s by John Watkins as a way to move on from French influence from people’s work. Postmodernism has been used to influence art, architecture, music and literature.
◦There has also been use of modernist ideas in the 20th century art and culture.
Further research◦ Postmodern ideas is that anything can be art if it serves to reach an audience -
therefore one piece of work is not of any greater value than another.
◦ Postmodernism is used in the media as it began the introduction of insecurities upon physical appearances and personal identities. Therefore, leading to inspiring changes to identities and reinventing yourself.
◦ For example: Lady Gaga
POSTMODERNISM IN ARCHITECTURE
POSTMODERNISM IN ART
Glossary◦Reinvent – To change something so that it appears completely brand new.
◦Surrealism - A 20th-century avant-garde movement in art and literature which sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind, for example by the irrational juxtaposition of images.
◦Self reflexive - Containing a reflection or image of itself
◦ Intertextuality – One media text referring to another.
◦Homage – Imitation from a respectful standpoint
◦Parody – Mocking something in an original way
◦Pastiche - An artistic style that imitates another work or style. This is self-conscious imitation.
◦Bricolage – Mixing up using different genres and styles.