What is Art?

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This essay takes a look at the definition of art. It discusses the purpose of art throughout the ages. The works of Monet and other Impressionists are examined and contrasted with the later work of Alfred Gockel. The impact of society on art as well as art on society is highlighted.

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"What is Art? Every person has a philosophy of art, or at least a definition. There is no correct answer, just an opinion, and for every person there is an individual opinion. Thus there are over 6,234,250,387 opinions on what art is. Throughout the ages, Art has been a form of recording history, expression oneself, immortalizing people, gods, landscapes, and depicting beauty in countless ways. Art is perceived differently to all, as the old adage states "Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder". Certain Art Forms are appreciated by some, and rejected by others. "Art is the creation of works that are in form, content, and execution, aesthetically pleasing, and meaningful, as in music, painting, sculpture, literature, architecture, dance etc" states the Webster's Dictionary. What many definitions forget to leave out is emotion. As with almost any piece of art, the artist's raw emotion goes into it, the creation of the work is often a result of dealing with a life crisis. For some a diary lets out their build up of emotion, for artists, it's their hands."

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