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Why Your Five Year Old Could Not Have Done That: Modern Art Explained

Why Your Five Year Old Could Not Have Done That: Modern Art Explained

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by Susie Hodge
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Come on, you know you've thought it--while viewing a masterpiece of abstract art, you mutter, -A kid could do that.- Here Susie Hodge, author of How to Survive Modern Art, explains why the best examples of modern art are actually the result of sophisticated thought and serious talent. From Marcel Duchamp's notorious Fountain and the scribbles of Cy Twombly to Mark Rothko's multiforms and Carl Andre's uncarved blocks, Hodge addresses critical outrage with a revealing insight into the technical skill, layering of ideas, and sheer inspiration behind each work. In cleverly organized chapters such as -Objects/Toys, - -Provocations/Tantrums, - and -People/Monsters, - Hodges thoughtfully and definitively lays bare the perception that modern art is mere child's play.

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ISBN13: 9780500290477
ISBN10: 0500290474
Language: English
Publisher: Thames Hudson
Publication Year: 2012
Format: Paperback

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    Demystifies modern art’s skill and depth for skeptics.

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    If you've ever wondered whether modern art is just random doodles, Susie Hodge's book is a breath of fresh air. It takes you behind the scenes to show the mastery and thought that go into these provocative works, making the art more accessible and less intimidating. It's perfect for anyone looking to appreciate the talent and ideas that push art forward, even if you're new to the scene.
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