The term “frontier” can be interpreted in multiple ways; “frontier” can refer to the expansion and exploration of both unknown geographic areas and the mind. The crossing of a new frontier can refer to pushing the boundaries of what is considered normal or acceptable. A frontier can force the mind to expand its manner of thinking and venture into areas unknown. Andy Warhol crossed his own frontier when he explored the concept of Pop Art. Pop Art was a far cry from the traditional art of the past—it pushed the boundaries of modern art. Warhol’s use of bold colors, repetitive imagery, easily identifiable subjects, and innovative techniques forced the viewers of his pieces to examine art with a perspective that broadened and expanded their
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He used “Coca-Cola bottles, comic-strip characters, news stories, Hollywood movie stars, and other objects of popular culture” in his art (“Andy Warhol” 1). His use of bold vivid colors worked to draw the eye of in and make sure the piece did not go unnoticed by anyone. Warhol felt that Americans were breaking apart. While technology was helpful and innovative, it seemed to be replacing human contact and causing a lack in creativity. His art attempted to strengthen their bond once again. By centering his pieces around objects and icons familiar to all Americans, he formed a sense of unity. Anyone who happened to look at one of his pieces would easily be able to relate to the subject …show more content…
The images of Marilyn Monroe create a feeling of unity throughout the piece, however each image of the star appears to be slightly different and flawed. No two images found throughout the piece are exactly identical. Each image contains somewhat different levels of contrast, causing some of the pictures to look “fuzzy” and distorted. This results in Monroe, an American sex symbol and the epitome of beauty, to appear flawed, a perspective so different from previous art movements where woman where depicted as frail beautiful creatures. In fact, previous artwork depicting women used generic subjects- women who never actually existed. Warhol on the other hand, chose an American Icon. He chose to portray that an American symbol, much like America, was flawed and possessed underlying troubles and issues that needed to be addressed before it was too
He used “Coca-Cola bottles, comic-strip characters, news stories, Hollywood movie stars, and other objects of popular culture” in his art (“Andy Warhol” 1). His use of bold vivid colors worked to draw the eye of in and make sure the piece did not go unnoticed by anyone. Warhol felt that Americans were breaking apart. While technology was helpful and innovative, it seemed to be replacing human contact and causing a lack in creativity. His art attempted to strengthen their bond once again. By centering his pieces around objects and icons familiar to all Americans, he formed a sense of unity. Anyone who happened to look at one of his pieces would easily be able to relate to the subject …show more content…
The images of Marilyn Monroe create a feeling of unity throughout the piece, however each image of the star appears to be slightly different and flawed. No two images found throughout the piece are exactly identical. Each image contains somewhat different levels of contrast, causing some of the pictures to look “fuzzy” and distorted. This results in Monroe, an American sex symbol and the epitome of beauty, to appear flawed, a perspective so different from previous art movements where woman where depicted as frail beautiful creatures. In fact, previous artwork depicting women used generic subjects- women who never actually existed. Warhol on the other hand, chose an American Icon. He chose to portray that an American symbol, much like America, was flawed and possessed underlying troubles and issues that needed to be addressed before it was too