Arte Povera is an art movement that emerged in Italy during the late 1960s. It is characterized by the use of simple, everyday materials such as dirt, stone, and wood, challenging traditional notions of art and its value. Artists sought to break away from commercialism and the constraints of the art market, emphasizing the process of creation over the final product. Key figures in Arte Povera include Michelangelo Pistoletto, Jannis Kounellis, and Alighiero Boetti. Their works often incorporate elements of nature and focus on the relationship between art and the environment. This movement has had a lasting influence on contemporary art practices worldwide.