Defining modernism tends to vary since the definition is always changing as humanity continues to change. A quote said by John C. Ransom states, “And yet what is Modernism? It is undefined.” I believe the word modernism is a term that is used to describe the drifts in the world ranging from art to clothing. Throughout the years many aspects of our culture continue to change, including how we dress and techniques of art. New trends continue to rise and diverge from past traditions to keep up with modern day. Modernism is shown in the works of art “Nighthawks,” by Edward Hopper, and” Arrangement in Grey and Black: The Artist’s Mother,” by James Abbott McNeill Whistler. Both works of art support my definition of modernism, based on what is being
