This beautifully illustrated volume showcases the work of the best contemporary artists from around the world. The book includes detailed biographies of the winning artists, as well as critical essays by some of the most respected art critics in the field. From painting to sculpture, from photography to installation art, there is something for every art lover in this collection. This is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the cutting-edge of contemporary art. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.