The Story of Pop Art
Author | : Andy Stewart MacKay |
Publisher | : Hachette UK |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 2020-09-03 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781781578018 |
ISBN-13 | : 178157801X |
Rating | : 4/5 (01X Downloads) |
Download or read book The Story of Pop Art written by Andy Stewart MacKay and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2020-09-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this age of insta-stardom and selfies, Pop Art still defines the world we live in. Emerging in the 1950s, Pop Art arrived in an explosion of colour, offering bold representations and plenty of humour. All of the celebrities, events and politics that came to define two turbulent decades are encapsulated in their work. Pop Art challenged the establishment and offered a new modernism, blurring the line between art and mass production. Uncover 100 stories in this essential guide to a groundbreaking movement. Enjoy enlightening critiques of iconic works; meet key figures including Warhol and Hockney; and discover inspirational ideas and novel new methods.