Young British Artists (YBAs)
The Young British Artists (YBAs) were a loose group of artists who began to exhibit together in London in the late 1980s, known for their entrepreneurial spirit and use of shock tactics.
About the Movement
The YBAs gained notoriety in the 1990s for their use of unconventional materials, provocative imagery, and a "shock of the new" approach. They often explored themes of death, identity, consumerism, and the media, often with a dark sense of humor.
Key figures include: Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, and Sarah Lucas.
The YBAs revitalized the British art scene and gained international recognition, but also attracted controversy for their sometimes sensationalist approach.
