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This lecture explores the rejection of academic norms by modern artists, who sought to break away from traditional artistic conventions and embrace themes of struggle. It delves into the societal, economic, and aesthetic constraints of academic art, contrasting them with the innovative approaches of modern artists. The lecture highlights the shift from a predefined concept of art to a more individualistic and creative process, focusing on the theme of struggle as a metaphorical and visual expression. Through a series of artworks depicting various interpretations of struggle, from historical to symbolic, the lecture analyzes the evolution of artistic expression and the quest for a new societal and imaginative relationship.