How did Greek artists change the way they conceived a sculpture?

1. Early Greek sculptures focused on ideal forms, such as symmetry, proportion, and physical perfection. Artists studied human anatomy and incorporated anatomical accuracy into their works, making sculptures more realistic.

2. Sculptures during the Classical period aimed to capture moments of action and emotion. Contrapposto, a pose with weight shifted to one leg, was commonly used to add dynamism to sculptures.

3. In the Hellenistic period, Greek artists focused on expressing individual characteristics, emotions, and the dramatic moments of scenes. They experimented with different poses, expressions, and subjects to convey a sense of emotion and storytelling in sculptures.

4. Greek sculptors also began exploring the representation of drapery, paying close attention to fabric textures, folds, and how they flowed over the figures. This enhanced realism and added visual interest to sculptures.

5. With the rise of Hellenistic naturalism, Greek artists embraced emotional and psychological intensity, creating sculptures with exaggerated expressions, dynamic poses, and a sense of theatricality.