Thoughts on Art
We are the 20%
I have read that only 20% of the population actually understand or appreciate art. There are a lot who give lip service to the appreciation of art, but actually have no clue about the true nature of artistic endeavour.
Many people think that art is just pretty pictures for wall decoration. Expose them to a brilliant piece of modern expressionism and they say, "But … what's it of?"
There are those that say "there is no money to be made in art". That makes me wonder what it must be like to live in a world of money with no art.
I think I would say - "there is no art in money". Given the choice of a world of money, or a world of art, I would choose art.
What would be the use of money. Looking at it does nothing. I fear that those people with money look at art and also see nothing.
It is my personal conviction that the real value in existence comes from the artists, musicians, composers, writers, designers and visionaries in our society. It is a real pity that these people never get involved with the running or leading of society in a political role. Rather just act as social watchdogs gathering immense followings yet lacking any real clout.
This has always been the way and will continue to be so. Therefore it is up to us, the 20%, to ensure that the cultures of our world remain intact and get the support and necessary funding to ensure their survival and not be trodden into the oil stained detritus of that mindless beast, heavy industry.
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Wavlake
Wavlake
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