The Young British Artists, or YBAs, were a group of young artists who began to exhibit together in 1988. Many of them became known for the use of unconventional materials coupled with unconventional living. The term Young British Artists was first used by Michael Corris. Many of these artists were supported by Charles Saatchi, whose exhibition Sensation: Young British Artists created controversy and comment when exhibited in London and New York. Charles Saachi described it as "headbuttingly impossible to ignore".

Ellis, P 2003, 100: the work that changed British art, Jonathan Cape in association with The Saatchi Gallery, London.

This subject guide will help you to locate the resources you will find particularly useful when commencing your studies in this area. Here is the best place to find books, information about databases and a guide to appropriate websites.

Independent studies (IPs): When undertaking any independent study, research or book review you must allow yourself enough time to search for and locate the material you need. To help you a booking sheet is kept at the Library desk where you may book an individual time with one of the Library staff when commencing any research in the Visual Arts.