Next meeting 22nd April 11.00 am
Javea Players’ Studio Theatre
Suprematism and Constructivism were two revolutionary Russian art movements in the early twentieth century. Although superficially similar they in fact had quite different aims.
Founded by artist Kazimir Malevich in 1913 Suprematism focused on the fundamentals of geometry painted in a limited range of colours. The term suprematism refers to an abstract art based upon “the supremacy of pure artistic feeling” rather than on visual depiction of objects. Its philosophy was to bring about a spiritual renaissance rather than a practical benefit to society. At first embraced by the new Soviet government it was later condemned as bourgeoise.
Constructivism was founded in 1915 Vladimir Tatlin and Alexander Rodchenko. Abstract and austere, constructivist art aimed to reflect modern industrial and urban space.Th e movement rejected decorative stylization in favour of the industrial assemblage of materials. Constructivists were in favour of art for propaganda and social purposes, and were associated with Soviet socialism and the Russian avant-garde.
Everyone welcome. If you would like to know more about the Talking Art Group or want to be added to the mailing list to be informed about the next meeting, please contact Robert Sedgley on talking.art@u3ajavea.com.
