Tag Archives: Arts
Graffiti or Art?
25 years ago, graffiti represented a lawless NY. Today, some recognise graffiti as an art-form. (source) What’s interesting isn’t the article per se, but the debate that followed.
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Art as trivialising
We are fast forgetting how to be guilty about the past A great article to get us thinking about whether art reflects reality, or art pushes reality in a direction dictated, perhaps, by those who create art. Essay question: Art … Continue reading
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Judging a book by its cover… and its insides
Chanced upon an interesting take on books. While I’m a sucker for gorgeous tomes, I’m sure the world is overrun with utilitarians who recognise that books serve a purpose, regardless of their exterior. If one were to view literature as … Continue reading
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Shattering the arts and science dichotomy
Instead of hiding behind the excuse of being left- or right-brained, maybe you need to begin to amalgamate your conventional notions of each to make personal breakthroughs. This is particularly pertinent in societies that value science and attempt to place … Continue reading
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Cultural Relevance
My thoughts about entertainment aesthetics will be outdated… Chuck Klosterman’s stand is that our involvement in what is mainstream today enables us to be culturally relevant tomorrow. Really? Read his very entertaining piece and let me know what you think.
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Knowledge and Imagination
“Kids need more than just a good education, they need exposure to the arts – and early.” An education obsessed with the sciences, ignoring the value of the arts, is insufficient. Take it from someone whose words bear a little … Continue reading
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