Abstract Art
Definition
Abstract art is a style that does not attempt to represent an accurate depiction of visual reality. Instead, it uses shapes, colors, forms, and gestural marks to achieve its effect. It focuses on expressing emotions or ideas rather than depicting recognizable objects.
Related terms
Non-representational Art: Artwork that does not represent any specific object or subject matter.
Cubism: An early 20th-century art movement that depicts subjects from multiple viewpoints simultaneously through geometric shapes.
Expressionism: A style that emphasizes the artist's subjective emotional experience rather than objective representation.
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