The arts have been around since the first form of writing was made. The paintings in caves can even be considered works of artists. The true popularity of art started during the renaissance period; art was everywhere. Artists, painters, writers, and entertainers thrived from all parts of the world during the renaissance times. After the renaissance period Art was taken more seriously and protected and archived. Most people make strong cases for the Arts, but there are also many people that can make a case that there is no need for art. Some people think that art is a useless skill and a waste of money. Anything can be considered art nowadays; art should have some criteria or qualification. Now yes to some Art can be done by closing your eyes and run a brush over canvas, or throwing together a bunch of scraps,and people will be amazed for days. Apart from the cons; there are also a few pros to art. Real art can change the mood of a room, and real art saves us from being colorless and robots.
What many people don’t realize is the subtle influence that Art has on everyday society. Something as simple as setting up a living room can be considered a work of art. The meshing of colors, furniture, trinkets, and carpets is always a must in every room. Imagine if nothing matched and everything was in disarray and in black and white. I don’t know about you but I think I would go insane. Another example could be having the right painting set up in a doctor’s office. This painting isn’t noticed by all, but it creates a calming ambiance in the room. This single painting distracts kids from thinking about their pain. One of the biggest fields of Art is music. Music is one of the oldest and most solid part of society. Listening to a good song can influence someones mood, health, work performance, competition, etc… I don’t think anyone can do a day without music unless they are forced to. Music can soothe the soul of even the coldest of hearts. Finally when you dress yourself up in formal attire; you in a way are a work of art. A man’s belt matches his shoes, and his shirt and tie have to blend together. This criteria for suit etiquette is a work of art. With art so intertwined into everyday society; it can never truly die.
The Art naysayers have a few solid arguments, but they should be taken into account as well. Back in the beginning of Art there were only a certain great pieces that were considered true Art. In modern day society of Instagram, and Facebook, and the growth of erratic creativity; Art can be anything. There are abstract paintings, pastel paintings, oil paintings, chalk paintings, etc… There is tons of money put into an Art that has no true criteria or guidelines to accomplish it. Why waste money on something so irrelevant; when we can put it into science or business or medicine. There are any number of things that could use those funds to better use. Also if and when the Earth is plunged into chaos and despair; what will the use of art be then?
At the end of the day any of those arguments have a valid point, but it isn’t that simple. Art is so intricate and complex that it can’t just be extinguished. The value and influence that true artists have on our society is remarkable. If you can do without any of the mainstream forms of art; then maybe we can start a real debate on extracting art from our society, but that day will never come.
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