1Asst. Professor, College of Fine Arts, Teerthanker Mahaveer University Moradabad, UP
Email ID - indodeepak36@gmail.com
Background: Contemporary art today operates at the intersection of history, identity, and sustainability, reflecting the social, cultural, and ecological realities of our time. This paper explores how artists reinterpret the past, negotiate diverse identities, and adopt sustainable methods to create meaningful dialogues about the future. Using examples from postcolonial, feminist, and ecological art practices, the study examines how artists connect personal memory with collective history and how they address pressing global challenges such as environmental degradation and cultural homogenization.
Methodology: The research employs a qualitative approach, drawing insights from art exhibitions, interviews, and scholarly literature to identify key themes in contemporary practice.
Findings: Findings indicate that many artists use local narratives and eco-friendly materials to challenge dominant cultural discourses while promoting environmental awareness and inclusivity. This shift in creative practice also transforms how art institutions, educators, and audiences perceive artistic responsibility in the 21st century.
Conclusion: The paper argues that by linking history, identity, and sustainability, contemporary art contributes to social consciousness and ecological balance. It concludes that art can serve not only as aesthetic expression but also as an active agent of cultural renewal and environmental stewardship in a rapidly changing world.
Keywords: Contemporary art, identity, sustainability, history, cultural memory.
How to cite this article: Vishwakarma DK. Interwoven Realities: Contemporary Art through History, Identity, and Sustainability. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(12s): 887-893. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.12s.104
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Conflict of interest: None