Synthetic Cubism is an art movement that emerged in the early 20th century, primarily between 1912 and 1914. It followed the earlier phase of Analytic Cubism and is characterized by the use of simpler shapes and brighter colors. Artists began to incorporate mixed media, such as collage, using materials like paper, fabric, and found objects to create layered compositions. This style aimed to create a more dynamic representation of subjects by combining different perspectives and elements into a single artwork. Prominent artists associated with Synthetic Cubism include Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, who sought to explore the relationship between form and space in innovative ways.