Postmodernism challenges traditional artistic norms, emphasizing irony, pastiche, and skepticism towards grand narratives.

Artists like Cindy Sherman and Jeff Koons gain prominence for their deconstructionist approaches.

Characterized by gold gestures, expressive brushwork, and a return to figuration, Neo-Expressionism revitalized paintings.

Figures like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Julian Schnabel lead the movement, blending high and low cultural references.

Street art emerges from urban environments, challenging the boundaries of public and private space.

Artists like Banksy and Shepard Fairey utilize graffiti techniques to convery social and political messages.

Contemporary painting encompasses diverse styles and techniques, rejecting a singular aesthetic.

Artists experiment with abstraction, realism, and hybrid forms, reflecting individualistic expressions.

Artists embrace new technologies, including digital media, video art, and interactive installations.

Nam June Paik and Bill Viola pioneer new media art, blurring the lines between art and technology.

Conceptual art prioritizes ideas over materiality, challenging conventional notions of art.

Artists like Yoko Ono and Joseph Kosuth explore language, performance, and institutional critique.

Environmental art seeks to raise awareness about ecological issues and human environmental impact.

Artists create site-specific installations, land art, and interventions to engage with nature.

Artists explore themes of race, gender, sexuality, and identity politics, advocating for inclusivity and representation.

Feminist artists like Judy Chicago and Kara Walker challenge patriarchal norms through their work.