Understand contemporary art /
Graham Whitham and Grant Pooke.
- London : Teach Yourself, 2010.
- xxi, 282 pages, [8] p. of plates : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction: Contemporary art and aesthetics: theories of art making -- The prehistory of contemporary art -- Contexts for contemporary art -- Forms of contemporary art -- Themes and issues in contemporary art -- Displaying and buying contemporary art.
Delve deep into the contemporary art scene, and explore different genres including painting, sculpture, installation and video art. Whether you are studying for a course or just want to develop your own informed opinions on contemporary art, this guide will give you what you need.