Living with Art is important for many reasons including historical documentation, aesthetics, and promoting a positive self-image, which helps us to see ourselves differently, and those around us differently. Similarly, art provides us with culture, creativity, and personal fulfillment – if we open up our hearts and minds to the possibilities, the arts can offer. When you have an open mind, you are more apt to look and respond to ideas or people with an appreciation along with the dissimilarities that make our world unique and special. Appreciation for art is imperative to the lifelong development of an individual, which in turn, helps to create a better world to live in, and ultimately, society as a whole benefits.
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Juan de Vales Leal. Page 15. This art piece personifies the notion that each observer should identify his or her own moral compass and ethical behaviors while here on Earth. Furthermore, the viewer must apply their own life experiences when viewing this art piece, which allows subjectivity to take place and an appreciation for the overall message depicted in the portrait. As Saint Augustine of Hippo suggested through his teachings, it is imperative to understand the difference between fact and fiction and when viewing an art piece, or reading of any type, one should “demand a search for meaning” (Schreiner, Essay Three). The artist’s composition implores the viewer to interpret this picture through the vast number of signs and symbols representative of the “history and artifacts” of one’s entire life. The visual elements incorporate strong lines with warm duller colors providing a low intensity, which allows the observer to focus on the …show more content…
Yayoi Kusama. Page 259. This installation art is unique because the viewer becomes part of the artwork – if only for two minutes. Upon entry, the spectator enjoys the solitary environment starting with an intimate use of space measuring approximately 12’ x 10.’ Additionally, 15 small white lights, suspended in air, “magically” illuminate the viewer, encapsulated by the reflections that radiate off the water in the sunken pool, the mirrors, and the lighting. The overall design and theme created by the artist encourages one to focus on self-reflection. Becoming one with our thoughts - if only for a minute - helps to promote a “positive
To broaden your horizon, …show more content…
Juan de Vales Leal. Page 15. This art piece personifies the notion that each observer should identify his or her own moral compass and ethical behaviors while here on Earth. Furthermore, the viewer must apply their own life experiences when viewing this art piece, which allows subjectivity to take place and an appreciation for the overall message depicted in the portrait. As Saint Augustine of Hippo suggested through his teachings, it is imperative to understand the difference between fact and fiction and when viewing an art piece, or reading of any type, one should “demand a search for meaning” (Schreiner, Essay Three). The artist’s composition implores the viewer to interpret this picture through the vast number of signs and symbols representative of the “history and artifacts” of one’s entire life. The visual elements incorporate strong lines with warm duller colors providing a low intensity, which allows the observer to focus on the …show more content…
Yayoi Kusama. Page 259. This installation art is unique because the viewer becomes part of the artwork – if only for two minutes. Upon entry, the spectator enjoys the solitary environment starting with an intimate use of space measuring approximately 12’ x 10.’ Additionally, 15 small white lights, suspended in air, “magically” illuminate the viewer, encapsulated by the reflections that radiate off the water in the sunken pool, the mirrors, and the lighting. The overall design and theme created by the artist encourages one to focus on self-reflection. Becoming one with our thoughts - if only for a minute - helps to promote a “positive