Art and Identity : ''The Museum Of Modern Art''

For our first field trip to MOMA (Museum Of Modern Art) we were suppose to choose three works of art that embodies the topic identity of art. we were supposed to concentrate on two exhibitions: “Cindy Sherman” and “Contemporary Galleries: 1980-Now”. We must choose three works that represent; individual, cultural & historical art. Also we have to explain how does each work embody its classification of identity.

For my individual art I choose a work from Nan Goldin an American artist who embody his identity of art by the classification of indivial. He portrays a couple kissing also offers insight into the individual self-expression. Individual identity is what shows what makes you and what you like and what differ you from others.

Meanwhile, cultural identity can be expressed through certain styles of clothing or food. Many people can be identify their culture by location, gender, race, history, nationality, language, sexuality, religious, beliefs or ethnicity. United states where the population is ethnically diverse and social unity is based primarily on common social values and beliefs. For my cultural identity I choose the art of Marlene Dumas a South African artist who embodies the African culture standing against a wall.

Furthermore, some piece or an object from something that has pass years ago that from certain manner is important for some of us and our culture to create history can express historical identity. For history identity I choose an artwork from Doris Salcedo. Her work was inspired by the recent history of her native Columbia. Doris Salcedo creates sculptures that address the effects of war, political oppression, and other acts of violence. Her works tell harrowing tales of trauma and affliction.

Lastly, these identities can help us define our identity as a person and create a background. to do so we should be able to distinguish between members of our own. Being conscious of your identity also allows us to manipulate or to change how others perceive you. Awareness of our identity is important because it helps us make our way through the world. Also , distinguish our identity by culture , indivual & history.

Nan Goldin
Philippe H. and Suzanne Kissing at Euthanasia , New York City.
1981

Doris Salcedo
Untitled
(1992-93)

Marlene Dumas
Wall Wailing
2009