Art Frames
"Art frames" are "meta-frames" which are generally associated with the conceptual framework and take the conceptual framework further. They include the structural, subjective, postmodern and cultural "frame" where art is understood as "text" and language. In this way, art itself becomes analytical and self-aware.
The subjective frame comprises mainly feelings and emotions expressed, and of audience response or interpretation.
The structural frame refers to physical techniques and principles applied to the artwork, such as mediums, overall structure, facture and the use of symbols. (An example of facture is the work of French artist Daniel Buren and the work of wrapper Christo.)
The cultural frame examines the influence of differing aspects of culture upon the artwork, such as race or class issues, religion or taste.
The postmodern frame does not apply only to postmodern artworks, but as an attitude to artworks in general. Features of the postmodern frame include traditionally non-artistic aspects, such as appropriation, and the use of humour and irony.
These frames can be applied in order to direct or analyse artworks in addition to the conceptual framework.
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