A time for change

Later influential movements include the Baroque era and the Victorian age. These movements represent change in the art world as well as technology which allowed for more freedom of expression.

The Baroque era took place in the 17th century and the early 18th century in Europe. It focused on dramatic lighting, bold color and curvilinear forms. Its style had an influence on many media of its day. Baroque has an embellished style that has impacted architecture, painting, interior design, sculpture and theatre set design.

In the early 18th century, technology was on the rise. Cities were industrializing with expansions, advertising and printing presses were becoming more predominant. One of the most common forms of communication of this time was posters. Society knew that times were changing, as well as the Baroque style was evolving into the Victorian age.

In the late 19th century, the Victorian age emerged and became quite popular. The name derived from the Queen Victoria, who reigned as queen of England during this time.

This age mirrored the styles of the Baroque era, yet managed to make its design more clean. The style that some call eclectic, changed the history of design by experimenting with the new idea of photography. Before this, photography did not exist and designers and artists were now able to discover the world of still photographs. Publications alike were now having their cover art become photographs and other printed images. Because photography contains more detailed art than drawings, it opened many avenues to the expressionism of art.