The Artist’s Materials: Cai Guo-Qiang

Sara Cadiñanos Fernández

doi:10.1080/01971360.2026.2702711

August 5, 2026Journal of the American Institute for Conservation

The Artist’s Materials: Cai Guo-Qiang

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The aim is to analyze the materials and methods used by contemporary artist Cai Guo-Qiang.
Examined a variety of artistic materials employed by Cai Guo-Qiang.
Discussed conservation strategies relevant to his work.
Highlighted the significance of studying living artists' materials.
Identified unique materials used by Cai Guo-Qiang that contribute to his artistic expression.
Established guidelines for the conservation of contemporary artworks.
Demonstrated the importance of understanding artist materials for future art preservation.

Implication

This volume explores the techniques and materials used by Cai Guo-Qiang, illuminating contemporary art practices.

Abstract

This volume, the eleventh in the Artist's Materials series published by the Getty Conservation Institute, is the first in the series to focus on a living artist. As such, it represents an important...

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