Pop art
Pop art is an art movement that arose in the mid-1950s and had a major impact throughout the 1960s. Pop art is known for its lively and colorful expression, which reflected popular culture and turned it into works of art.
Pop art arose as a reaction against the abstract expressionism of the 1950s. Artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Claes Oldenburg began to explore everyday objects and mass-produced images as inspiration for their works. They wanted to break down the barriers between "high" art and "low" culture, and explore how mass-produced objects and mass media affected society.
One of the most obvious characteristics of pop art is the use of vivid colors and contrasting patterns. The artists often took inspiration from advertising, cartoons, packaging and celebrity culture, and turned these elements into works of art that challenged traditional artistic norms. Pop art was characterized by simple lines, strong contrasts and repetition of images, which helped to create an unmistakable visual expression.
Pop art was not just an aesthetic movement; it also reflected society's changing values and attitudes. Addressing topics such as consumer culture, the high status of celebrities in society and mass communication, Pop Art challenged viewers to reflect on the modern world around them. The artworks could be both critical and ironic, and they often created a conversation about society's values and priorities.
Although Pop Art's peak was in the 1960s, its influence continues to be relevant in today's art world. Elements of pop art can be seen in everything from advertising and fashion to street art and digital design. Artists continue to be inspired by pop culture and use its iconic aesthetics to explore contemporary themes and challenge public perceptions.
Pop art is more than just artwork; it is a celebration of popular culture and an expression of society's dynamism and values. With its vibrant and colorful expression, pop art has left an indelible influence on the art world and continues to inspire new generations of artists and viewers.
At Galleri M35 you will find several different pop art artists such as Art by Blue , a Norwegian pop art artist from Ås. He is known for his massive and detailed artworks within Mixed Media Art. His works have messages and meanings that the customer can relate to. Stian mixes colors and uses materials such as gold leaf, acrylic and epoxy carvings, as well as various frames and LED lights to give his works a unique character. Each picture he creates is an original work, filled with unique details and emotions."It is an honor and great gratitude to be able to adorn the walls of so many people around the world". Click here to see his work.
CRIB is another pop art artist in our portfolio. She combines street art and pop art with different styles in her pictures, and often uses humor in her works. She has taken part in a number of exhibitions in Germany and at Loft in Hannover her work was exhibited together with, among others, Picasso and Andy Warhol.
In 2020, CRIB was represented at Europe's largest pop festival in Germany, POPKISS. She has been an official painter for Africola and Taittinger Champagne and she is considered one of Europe's best in Pop art. Click here to see her art at Gallery M35.
Celi, a Norwegian-American pop art artist, can also be found in our portfolio. Celi's art is characterized by playful pop art motifs mixed with bright and colorful colours. The motifs are inspired by today's social themes and she explores much of the art world through the idea that women are tough. To create the paintings, she uses the media acrylic spray and marker on canvas. Click here to see her art at Gallery M35.
