Painting Now

Painting remains a dynamic and evolving form of artistic expression. The transformative shifts that occurred in the 1960s and 1970s, as art transitioned from modernist to postmodernist visual language, have infused painting with renewed vigor and diversity. Suzanne Hudson offers a discerning and original overview of current painting practices, assembling a compelling snapshot of over 200 artists from around the globe who are shaping contemporary painterly concepts and aesthetics. The book begins with a contextual introduction that traces the evolution of painting through the modern and postmodern periods. This is followed by six insightful chapters delving into themes such as appropriation, artistic attitudes, the processes of production and distribution, the human form, meta-painting, and artists who incorporate elements like performance, installation, and textiles to critically engage with the medium itself. Convincingly articulated and richly illustrated, "Painting Now" serves as an essential guide to understanding the current landscape of painting.