During the 20th century, artists sought to depict their experience of modern life through innovative methods and a new set of aesthetics. They experimented with colors, alternative forms, emotional expressions, and experiments in abstraction.
Artists began to see rapid changes in the visual landscapes of society, as many people migrated from rural farms to city centers. These cities bustled with all the modern wonders that were available to them.
Origins
The origins of modern art can be traced to the 19th century, when painters began to reject traditional academic techniques and subject