Attempting to define art 18 Articles

by Nichel Anderson

The Traditional Element of the Baroque Style The Baroque style is a tradition that was brought about during the 1600s when the religion makeup of the world was to fuse into one thought. The Mecca of the religion loca...read more

by Julie Gray

Defining art is an elusive and sometimes dangerous thing to attempt. Who decides what is beautiful, worthy and valuable? Maxfield Parrish was initially thought of as merely an illustrator, as was John Singer Sargent. In Ho...read more

by Amy P Storms

That's not Art! "That's not art that's someone scribbling on canvas!" Oh, how I have often heard my mother say this. Sadly, more often than not, I agree with her. My mother and I however, are artistically challenged, so...read more

by Reuben Scott

When it is said, art is subjective, it just means it may not suit your tastes. Mona Lisa? A woman that may have been stunning in her day, has outgrown her pleasantness with me. Someone's Mother sitting in a chair means ver...read more

by Jo Orbell

What was the last thing you saw that made you stop and take a second look? What makes the hair on your neck prickle in amazement? So incredible you gasp? Chances are it wasn't man-made but already there for us to see...read more

by Therese Daniels

Concepts of what art is and isn't are many and controversial. Critics, artists, and dealers have been attempting to define art since the first cave drawings were discovered. There is a difference between fine arts and comm...read more

by Bright Thomas

"Art is an emotion born to the creative imagination of whoever is willing to appreciate it." It is quite difficult to define something that has become a granted portion of our daily lives. Blue skies, green grass, the...read more

by K. Louden

Art Is Conflict. As a teacher of literature, I've read and taught many definitions of art. They all have in common one component: conflict, the interplay of opposing themes. So, a work of fiction that portrays humank...read more

by Jessi Mills

The definition of art has always been decided by "them" or "they". I'm not sure who "they" are, but in my opinion, art is what moves you. Art can be a painting, a photo, a song, a sculpture, the way a room is decorated....read more

by Denny Phillips

When you find yourself sitting beside a bubbling brook in the springtime sunshine, or pausing to admire a magnificent brilliant sunset, you get a certain feeling. You may feel tranquil or contented, or simply fulfilled. ...read more

by Claidissa Holm

To me, art cannot be explained. Art must be expressed. Whatever you're passionate about, that is art. Letting your emotions come out, sharing them with others. Art is all about expression. We create to express, and show t...read more

by Laura Hageman

The dictionary explains art as an activity of using imagination and skill to create beautiful things. Art is not always beautiful. Art is an expression as well and sometimes that could be quite ugly. For instance, when you...read more

by Lewis Taylor

Attempting to define art: An artists rebuttal of the crass notion that art can be anything' Why do you still paint? This abrupt, dismissive and even downright rude rhetorical inquisition seems to have become the stan...read more

by Matthew Christopher

Despite how enduring this question is, I believe the definition of "art" is quite simple: Art is anything purposely created through intelligence or emotion. Paint-by-numbers are art. Tools are art. Shacks are art. Fo...read more

by Mark Pavuk

After examining art theory, art history, from primitive to Modern, and practicing art for 20 years. I have drawn a conclusion to rise above and find the true mastery of art! The U.S. has long awaited an answer. It might so...read more

by Tiffany Coley

What is art? You'll often hear this question pondered and debated over. Art is a concept that is difficult to define. It is a word that provokes complicated emotions and abstract explanations. Art is a cornerstone in e...read more

by Melanie Miller-Page

Attempting to define art is like asking what is beauty. An impossible question around which revolves much debate but very little resolution. Art is in every element of our lives. While some of it may be beautiful such a...read more

by Chinmay Gupta

The world sometimes looks a great place to live in when you meet people who possess amazing qualities like - desire to create a memorable & pleasant experience for others by aesthetic expression of their thoughts, willingn...read more