It takes shape after recognizing that Modernism was basically driven by industrial and technological advancement as well as leaving old methods and traditions in the past. That makes "Modernism" an apt word to use to describe the entire movement. "Postmodernism" takes it up a notch as a term in itself as seems impossible and nonsensical. But the "post" in Postmodernism is the same as it is in any "post-X" genre/movement. It's a revised, reborn version of the previous X movement that may poke fun at issues with the original movement but is generally driven as a reaction to the previous movement. It most likely deals with similar issues, perhaps in different ways-or deals with the same issues in modified ways. In that way it makes sense that Postmodernism, as the prevalent all-encompassing movement of the art world today continues using precedents set by Modernism (abstraction, for example) and also criticizes its shortcomings (i.e. multicultural, all-inclusive concepts instead of pure, mono-idealistic goals).
Modern Artist: Jackson Pollock
As the leader and pioneer of American Abstract Expressionism, Pollock sought emotional release in his paintings which shows one brand of "purity" that the Modernists searched for in their work. There is no necessary driving concept other than that very expression in his work. The visual quality and intricacy of his mark-making and the interesting compositions he produced are meant to stand on their own.
Male and Female
Postmodern Artist: Barbara Kruger
Kruger is definitely a Postmodern artist because of her tackling of contemporary issues. She deals with iconography and text to play with our tendencies as a sexist, consumerist, and racist society. She deals with these issues head-on in a street-sign like fashion with incredibly clear images that are humorous in their confrontational presentation.
Untitled (When I hear the world culture, I take out my checkbook)
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