Pablo Picasso is known for using political imagery in his work, such as his famous painting Guernica, which depicts the bombing of the Basque town of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War.

Conceptual Art is an art movement that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s that used art to critique political and social issues. Conceptual artists often used text, images, and objects to create works that explored ideas rather than traditional aesthetic concerns.

Richard Serra is known for creating large-scale sculptures that often address political issues. His work Tilted Arc, which was installed in New York City in 1981, was a controversial piece that sparked a debate about the role of art in public spaces.

Identity Politics is an art movement that emerged in the 1980s and 1990s that used art to explore issues of identity and representation. Identity politics artists often used their own personal experiences to create works that explored issues such as race, gender, sexuality, and class.

Jenny Holzer is known for creating works that explore the relationship between art and politics. Her work often uses text to create works that critique political power and social injustice.

Transnational Art is an art movement that emerged in the 2000s that uses art to address issues of globalization and migration. Transnational artists often create works that explore the experiences of migrants and refugees, and the ways in which globalization has affected local cultures.

Ai Weiwei is known for creating works that explore the relationship between art and activism. His work often critiques the Chinese government and its human rights record. In 2011, Ai Weiwei was detained by the Chinese government for 81 days.

Climate Art is an art movement that emerged in the 2010s that uses art to address issues of climate change and environmental degradation. Climate artists often create works that explore the effects of climate change on the environment and the ways in which humans can mitigate its effects.

Olafur Eliasson is known for creating works that explore the relationship between art and technology. His work often uses light, mirrors, and other materials to create immersive experiences that engage the viewer.

Social Justice Art is an art movement that emerged in the 2020s that uses art to address issues of social justice and inequality. Social justice artists often create works that explore issues such as racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia.

Marina Abramovic is known for creating works that explore the relationship between art and the body. Her work often involves performance art, in which she uses her own body as a medium to explore themes such as pain, endurance, and transformation.

Feminist Art is an art movement that emerged in the 1970s that uses art to explore issues of gender and sexuality. Feminist artists often create works that critique the patriarchal system and promote gender equality.

Agnes Martin is known for creating works that explore the relationship between art and spirituality. Her work often uses simple forms and colors to create meditative experiences that invite the viewer to contemplate the nature of reality.

Memory Art is an art movement that emerged in the 1990s that uses art to explore issues of memory and history. Memory artists often create works that explore personal memories, collective memories, and the ways in which history is remembered and forgotten.

Jenny Holzer is known for creating works that explore the relationship between art and language. Her work often uses text to create works that critique political power and social injustice.