1. Formalist art exists solely as art, not as social, or cultural documentation. Formalist art can be recognized by the elemental connections between different parts of a composition. Formalism can be personally appreciated based on taste. the viewer gains meaning in the art through their own interpretation. Formalism deals with the organization of visual art with the non visual arts, such as music and dance. Colors can act as bridge between the arts, philosophical ideologies and visual art
2. My definition of formalism is best displayed through Piet Mondrian's art. Mondrian's work creates a platonic space in which the viewer can engage in the artwork while contemplating nonobjective thought.
3. Kandinsky's art is devoid of obvious subject matter but is ruled by rhythm and color placement. Formalism allows an artist to create without the constraints of a defined subject matter. Kandinsky's art creates a place to explore the meaning of visual rhythm.
4. David Tang takes small drawings that he scans changes and then recreates into a large scale environmental works. With the New Mexico project I intend to transform small/and medium sized drawings into public works..