Wiley A Companion to Contemporary Drawing Art History Book

A Companion to Contemporary Drawing (Wiley Companions to Art History) is the first university-level textbook dedicated to the power, condition, and expanse of contemporary fine art drawing. This book explores how 20th and 21st century artists use drawing to understand and comment on the world around them. By presenting contributions from both theorists and practitioners, this unique text examines the history, space, and place of drawing while looking at shifts in practice over the years. Through twenty-seven essays, readers learn how drawing emerges from the artist's mind to reflect on their specific sights, feelings, and experiences. It is an essential resource for understanding the role of drawing in the modern art landscape.