7 Reasons Why Art is Important Continued …..

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‘4. It allows self-expression and self-awareness - For art creators, sometimes the only way to express a feeling or thought is to immerse into the process of bringing something into being. For others, mental clarity on a particular situation only comes about after indulging in something artistic. Also, art can help you to discover and understand things about yourself that you never recognized before. Finally, including art in your daily life can help you become better at something that might not even be considered remotely artistic.

5. The possibility for personal benefits - The world of art has allowed for the creation of wealth for millions of people, and not just for those involved with the creation process. From the people who own and operate art galleries and cinemas to people whose job it is to critique and categorize artworks, there are many earning channels created by art. Just imagine if there was no music, books, paintings, or sculptors; the world not only be drab but there would be a lot fewer people with jobs.

6. Art allows for complex ideas to be broken down - A lot of complex issues such as race, religion, and politics have been simplified using artworks, including songs, poetry, and drawings. Through the use of music, stories, artifacts, and the creative process itself, art also makes it easier for students in schools to think critically and grasp a wide range of topics that help to shape what they become later in life. For adults, art can be used in corporate settings to help people understand complex data, as well as to create models that demonstrate a state of affairs or future path.

7. Assists with the recording of history - Without cave markings and ancient artifacts that have been dug up, a lot of what is now known about prehistoric times would have remained a mystery. Likewise, the different types of art in play in today’s society will help future generations understand what the world was like before they came along. In addition, through the messages embedded in art, people can see and understand mistakes from the past, which will inform decisions as to how to avoid them. 

Whether you consider yourself an artist or just someone who loves art in one or all of its many forms, it’s easy to see why art is important to the world and its people. Take some time to appreciate some art today.’ (Source) 

Olivia really enjoyed reading this article and she prints out a copy so that she can share some of this with her friends when they meet again. 

Let’s continue - Back in class ……..

Start at the beginning – Olivia teachers her friends how to paint