Praxis (Gramsci) as a critical practice, and its representations in contemporary art

Abstract

This research deals with the concept of Praxis in the thought of (Gramsci), in order to identify the function that is related to Praxis as a critical practical practice, represented in the human activity of a procedural nature, which is related to many aspects of life, so that it includes all practices, including the practices of the artist, With the meaning that this artistic practice bears, it is involved in the various moments of the creative activity of the artist, which stems from a deep awareness and critical understanding in dealing with issues in society. Accordingly, the structure of the research was established within four chapters - the first chapter (the methodological framework) contained the research problem, which the researcher summarized by asking him - Monitoring artistic practices, which are related to Praxis, as a human activity and a critical work aimed at change in society? The importance of the research and the need for it were also determined, and the aim of the research was to reveal the representations of Praxis in contemporary art as a critical practice that affects society. As for the second chapter (the theoretical framework) - it included two sections - dealing with the first topic: (the compatibility between theory and practice, in Gramscian Praxis). The second topic dealt with (praxis as a critical practice and its effectiveness in society). The third chapter (research procedures) included defining the research community, and (3) artworks were selected, which the researcher analyzed as a sample for the community. While the fourth chapter contained (results and conclusions), presented by the researcher. The most prominent of which are: 1- Praxis represents human activity of a procedural nature directed towards practical functions, which lie in the practical relationship with the tangible world. 2- Praxis, as a critical process, combines aesthetic practice and critical practice in some artistic achievements, in a way that makes these works of human tendency and social and critical content, according to a character opposed to the current conditions in society.