Artistic Characteristics of Contemporary Western Paintings and its Philosophical Basis

Jiawei Wang, Sahmyook University, Seoul, Korea.

The article, The philosophical basis and artistic characteristics of contemporary western painting, published in the journal Trans/form/ação (2024, vol. 47, no.6),  explores the artistic characteristics and philosophical origins of contemporary Western painting as the main direction and analyzes the impact of modern aesthetics, art markets, and philosophical thinking on Western modern art. This diversity makes contemporary Western painting works more diverse and complex, blending with contemporary society and aesthetic tastes, constantly promoting the development and changes of art.

The guiding role of philosophical thinking in artistic creation and development is one of the important factors determining the direction of contemporary painting art. Different philosophical perspectives and trends have had a profound impact on the perspectives and creative methods of the artists. The characteristics of contemporary Western painting art demonstrate the subversion and alienation of tradition, besides highlighting individual and ethnic characteristics.

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The contribution of the research lies in exploring the characteristics of contemporary Western painting styles, philosophical foundations, and distinguishing the path of Western painting surpassing tradition, thus establishing a connection between the artistic essence and social influence of painting art. The research results have reference value for the innovation and localization of contemporary Chinese painting art.

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WANG. J, The philosophical basis and artistic characteristics of contemporary Western painting. Trans/Form/Ação [online]. 2024, vol. 47 no. 6 [viewed 8 April 2025]. https://doi.org/10.1590/0101-3173.2024.v47.n6.e02400328. Available from: https://www.scielo.br/j/trans/a/XvB5g4BXwffKRLzcZBF8mrd/

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