Contemporary Art changes all the time as artist and critics look for fresh and engaging ideas and mediums. You have artists that have been around for years and a fresh crop of artist every year looking to make a difference. In 2017 there have been several trends and themes in contemporary art that will spill over into 2018.

The Expansion of Gender

A little pink and a little light blue, a girl or a boy we are used to gender just being this. As children grow these days, there seems to be the interior self that may conflict with the body part with which one is born with this is trending. Also, LGBT and same-sex issues are very prevalent in contemporary art in 2018. If a person is confused about whether they are a male or female or who they should love, art is a way to express the stress and confusion this might cause a person.

Ultra Violet and Lots of Shades and Tints of Purple

Purple is synonymous with royalty, but in this case, Ultra-violet has more to do with ascension and peace. There will be a lot of purple in contemporary art as well as design. Not just any shade of purple, but add a little white or a little black, as well as a small amount of the other colors of the color wheel. This gives you an infinite amount of violets and purples you can use in art.

Artifical Inteligence, Technology, Android

Technology is no longer just something we use. It is a design and it is here to stay. The texture, shine, and futuristic look of artificial beings, tech products and ideas are all subjects for artists to explore and use in their artwork. The future is space and tech is today.

Repurposing The Old

If you are an environmentally conscious artist in 2018 contemporary art, you may not want to add to the cesspool of toxic things in this world. The idea of repurposing old materials and themes into art can create a visual explosion. Why reinvent the wheel when you can build on what already is. Melding modern with the old will continue in 2018 in contemporary art.

Art is a free for all field where you can create something amazing. It is an exciting year for 2018 in contemporary art. There are many exciting themes and ideas floating around. Not mentioned also is quiet space and the continuing ability to help people find peace away from the hectic crowded business life. There is no doubt you will find something intriguing in galleries and beyond in 2018 in contemporary art.