Installation Art
By redefining space, installation art transforms an environment into art and amplifies the experience of the audience within that physical space. It started emerging in the 1960s and reached the height of its popularity towards the end of the 20th century. Installation art invites the audience to interact with the art using several senses as it combines a variety of objects, sounds, and technologies. Notable artists who have made significant contributions in this field include Yayoi Kusama with her astonishing polka dot installations and Christo ad Jeanne Claude with their large-scale environmental works such as “The Gates” in Central Park.
The central concept of installation art is called site-specificity which allows the art piece to be created in relation to a specific location, therefore changing the perception of the audience in regards to the place and the artwork. This form of art promotes active participation and exploration which results in breaking the distinction between the viewer and the thing viewed providing the audience with a unique experience. With its innovative strategies and bold themes, installation art has and continues to redefine boundaries of artistic expression and the relationship with contemporary art.
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