Category — Midterm

Midterm Questions

1) Should a photo of something be considered the artistic piece; or should the actual thing being photographed be considered the art?

2) Is the emotion brought upon due to art the real epitome of the beauty of the piece? or is the actual artwork the beauty?

3) Can a sociopath truly appreciate the beauty of art if there needs to be an emotional connection?

1) Does everybody have the ability to be an artist, or does it require a particular talent?

2) Theater is often an imitation of every-day life, so would participating in that sort of every-day life be considered an art form?

1. Throughout the term we spoke about photography, paintings, music, and food, etc. Are there any other things that you think would be considered art and would like to discuss?

2. When thinking about arts specifically in New York City, what is different about the arts that make it unique to New York City. What makes the arts in New York specific and special to New York and how is that different to arts in other places and cultures?

1. Do you think every person is able to make some form of art?

2. Would you consider an “inventor” an “artist”?