Art

Aesthetics in Culture

Different aesthetic values are found in varied cultures around the world that have been nurtured by diverse natural environments, cultural norms and moral foundations.

What is the purpose of art?

Art is entwined with magic and religion, power and passion. It is hitched to history, engaging with burning issues; shaping and shaped by historical trends and happenings. It has also had political uses, as in Soviet constructivist art, aimed at reinforcing and glorifying communism. The Surrealists thought of themselves as revolutionaries. Feminist artists have challenged [...]

Art History In Fifteen Minutes

Art has enriched every known world culture for over thirty thousand years. From ancient cave paintings to contemporary installations, artists have experimented with the almost infinite possibilities of forms and images. Appreciating art is about exploring our ability to see and understanding art’s power to move, shock and thrill. What is art? All visual art [...]

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