Expressionism vs Abstract Expressionism

What are the key characteristics of Expressionism?

• Realistic portrayal, monochromatic tones, focus on external environment

• Distortion of reality, vivid colors, exaggerated shapes, focus on inner feelings

Name two major artists of Abstract Expressionism.

• Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo

• Pablo Picasso and Vincent van Gogh

• Andy Warhol and Frida Kahlo

• Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning

How do the techniques used in Expressionism differ from Abstract Expressionism?

• Expressionism focuses on conveying emotions through distorted imagery, while abstract expressionism emphasizes spontaneous creation with an emphasis on the act of painting.

• Expressionism is a movement from the 18th century, while abstract expressionism emerged in the 21st century

• Expressionism focuses on realistic representation, while abstract expressionism is completely non-representational

• Expressionism uses bright colors, while abstract expressionism uses only black and white

What is the historical context of Expressionism?

• Expressionism was a response to the French Revolution

• Expressionism was influenced by the Enlightenment

• The historical context of expressionism is a reaction to industrialization and urbanization, emphasizing emotions and subjective experiences.

• Expressionism originated from the Renaissance period

Compare the subject matter of Expressionism and Abstract Expressionism.

• Expressionism focuses on realistic depictions of nature

• The subject matter of expressionism revolves around distorted and exaggerated imagery to convey emotions, while abstract expressionism emphasizes spontaneous and gestural application of paint to express emotions without recognizable objects.

• Both expressionism and abstract expressionism prioritize geometric shapes

• Abstract expressionism uses minimalistic color palettes

How did the political climate of the time influence Expressionism?

• Expressionism was solely influenced by economic factors

• The political climate had no impact on expressionism

• The political climate of the time provided a backdrop for artists to express their emotions, frustrations, and critiques of society through distorted and exaggerated forms.

• Artists of the time were not concerned with political issues