Alexandra Karg
@alexandrakarg
Hey! I am Alexandra Karg. I am researching, writing and lecturing on topics in the field of art and culture. In my hometown of Berlin I completed my studies in literature and art history. Since then I have been working as a journalist and writer. Besides writing, it is my passion to read, travel and visit museums and galleries. On TheCollector.com you will find articles by me about art and culture, especially about topics referring to the 20th century and the present.
What is Postmodern Art? The Genre Defined in 8 Iconic Works
Postmodern art emerged as a reaction and response to modernism, spanning from 1950 to the late 20th century.
Beyond the Scream: 10 Lesser-Known Paintings by Edvard Munch
Edvard Munch’s The Scream is one of the most famous paintings in art history but it isn’t his only significant and culturally important work.
Carolee Schneemann: 8 Facts About the Legendary Performance Artist
Carolee Schneemann was a prolific feminist painter and experimental visual artist known for her versatility and controversy.
22 Famous Women Photographers Who Redefined Photography
Discover the groundbreaking work of 22 female photographers who reshaped the art of photography from the 19th century to today.
Modernism: The Genre Explained in 5 Facts & 14 Artworks
Modernism is a groundbreaking art movement driven by transformative social and political upheavals of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Modernism vs. Postmodernism: Two Genres Explained in 6 Facts and 13 Artworks
Modernism and Postmodernism are two major movements in 20th-century art. What is the difference between modern and postmodern art?
The Young British Artist Movement (YBA): 10 Famous Artworks You Should Know
The Young British Artists (YBA) shook up the British art world in the 1980s and 1990s with their provocative and unconventional works.
Women in Art History: Great Female Artists Who Were Long Overlooked
Explore the hidden legacies and breathtaking works of history's great female artists, from the Renaissance to the 20th century.
Digital Art: Definition, Brief History, & Tips for Collecting
Digital art is a rapidly expanding medium, and the market is becoming increasingly attractive for private collectors.
Street Art Murals in Los Angeles: 7 Iconic Works and Their Artists
Muralism is an early form of street art and is firmly anchored in the cultural history of the city of Los Angeles.
Louise Bourgeois: 7 Facts About the Surrealist Artist
Louise Bourgeois is among the most famous sculptors worldwide, with themes in her art including femininity, motherhood and sexuality.
Hilma af Klint: 7 Facts About the Pioneer of Abstract Art
Hilma af Klint was a Swedish pioneer of abstract art and a painter of the future who gained posthumous notoriety.