Entry 30: My New Outlook on Art

I have always appreciated art and admired those that could do it well. That doesn't mean that I understood everything that went into it or what a lot of it meant. I would just look at a piece for a few seconds and decide if it was good or not. Now when I look at art I will see everything that goes into it. This includes the lines, choice of color, style, and texture among so many other things. I have a new understanding of the choices that artists make when it comes to artwork. Now, I can't help but think about the background behind every piece I see. I ask myself many questions. Questions like what is the thought process behind this and why did he/she choose to color it this way? My perception of what is art has also changed. It has become wider, for I see artful value in so many things that I would have never seen before. I realized that art can take so many forms. It doesn't just have to be pencil to paper. It can include happenings, architecture, and even things in our mass culture. Art is something that is a part of my everyday like and now I can acknowledge and respect that.

Entry 29: Graphic Design Art

Graphic Design is everywhere from the posters we see hanging around the school to the billboards we see along the street. A lot goes into this art form including knowledge of a specialized programming. Graphic Designers usually get hired to work on something for a company and have to understand the specific artwork that they are looking for. Things that we look at everyday have probably been touched by graphic designers. Some examples include the design on brochures and slogan for our favorite stores. The simplest things can be made with graphic design as well as complicated pieces of art. It is a long process that involves a lot of patience and knowledge of the technology you are using.

This is my creation using graphic design and its the bare minimum. I am using the simplest of techniques and it was a long struggle just to make it. We have to appreciate the work of graphic designers, because they go through a long creative process to create beautiful art. Art that we see everyday but don't even realize it. 

Entry 28: The Amphitheater

I never knew that amphitheater means double theater. So this is basically two theaters stuck together. This was a gift to the people of Rome to be used for entertainment. The entertainment included gladiatorial games. I was fooled by Hollywood, because before I thought that these were violent brawls without any restrictions. I can relate this to the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Two people are really fighting each other and it can get violent, but there is always a referee. I can imagine the gladiatorial games being the same type of thing except weapons were involved. It is also interesting to see how many of our modern day stadiums are based of off this design.

Entry 27: Examples of Authorial Voice

Authorial voice is using art to make a protest against an issue.

Here are some examples of how this was used:

Liberty leading the people



This was meant to be motivation for the people during the French Revolution. It focused on the average person who doesn't have a voice. The depiction of so many different people shows unity to fight a common enemy. It was in protest of the monarchy going on at the time.

Boston Massacre



An event that resulted in the British soldiers firing on civilians was thrown out of proportion for the use of propaganda. It gave the colonists the perfect way to strike a blow at the British. They were protesting against unfair British control and taxing without representation. The picture depicts the colonists running away in terror and a lot of blood. All the while the British seem to be vigorously firing on them The colonists were able to take an event and create artwork from it with an authorial voice. Protesting against British and their unfair treatment of them.

Entry 26: Happenings

I found the idea of happenings a very interesting subject. This is allowing the artwork to be the performance, not the documentation. Its something that we, as viewers actively participate in. In a way it connects art to life.

I like this idea, because it puts a new twist on art. Something that is needed in our constantly changing culture to keep people invested. It allows for a deeper understanding of the artwork, for the viewers are the ones that shape it.

Happenings incorporated a lot of change because anything could happen. Some examples of this include:

A Chair with a History George Brecht

Participants would sit down in this chair and record events in the book seated on the chair

The Thousand Symphonies Dick Higgins

This involved shooting a compositional paper with a machine gun. The bullet holes would be the notes that the orchestra plays.

Yard Allan Kaprow 

People were invited to climb all over a room filled with tires.



There are tons of happenings, some simple others extremely complex. It is easy to see how some of them are art but others seem to simple to be considered as such. It doesn't take a lot of skill to fill a room with tires or put a notebook on a chair. I think its the thinking process behind these and the goal they are trying to reach that allows them to be called art.

Entry 25: Analyzing Art from Comic Con

This is a piece I got from the last Dallas Comic Con I attended. It's a detailed and realistic look at Captain America. The frontal view shows that the character is taking command. The menacing posture and glare juxtaposes with the bright and vibrant colors of the custom. This perfectly shows that he will fight for a good reason. It looks as though he is strong but the color palette shows that he will use that strength for a good cause. The small patches of bright light also signifies a heroic presence. Comparing these bright lights to the shield, it has more of a darker tone. This shows experience since the shield looks as if it has seen a lot of use. This creates a sense of trust that he will get the job done. The art is designed to give hope for the fake world he inhabits, but also create respect from the real world. The respect derives from the artful techniques that makes it seem like he will stand up for those that need help.

Entry 24: Analyzing Rothko's work

     

  When we were looking at this work in class, someone made the comment that their younger sister, who is in kindergarten could do the same thing. I couldn't help but agree with this. The response was that the skills that goes into the blending of the colors is masterful work. This may be true, but I could see anyone with a little bit of skill in paint be able to do the same thing. Rothko's work is still worth a lot of money.

  Even if I don't enjoy this art, that doesn't mean I can't appreciate the purpose of it.

  This can be considered pure art, for there is not anything recognizable to distract you. The work is designed for the audience to study and meditate on. They can take it all in instead of just looking. Everyone brings their own perspective when they look at art, so I can see the effect this may have on some people. The audience can really look at this work and gain some deeper understanding of it.

 I can not see myself reacting that way to this art, but I can't criticize those that do. Rothko accomplishes his task with these pieces. And if he has mastered this style then there is no reason to not call him an artist. Rothko may of a deeper personal connection with his work. Some of his audience may have a similar connection and, in my opinion, that's what makes this art special.

Entry 23: Analyzing cinematography techniques

  I have discussed the idea of cartoons being art, but what about live action movies. It's still a difficult subject, but cartoons are easier to grasp since they are drawn. Live-action requires someone to film the scenario. Could this filming also be art.

  It seems as though I am saying everything is art, but I am basing this of off my original definition. Art is essentially something that makes you feel something. If the way in which something is filmed is unique enough then it could possible do this.

 We considered photography a form of art, so I don't see a difference in calling filming art. I know they are two different things, but a picture can capture some sort of emotion if angled the right way, among other things. Film can use the same techniques to create a similar feeling.

 Breaking Bad, TV show that went for five seasons on AMC, is a master at using unique filming techniques to elicit emotion from their audience. These techniques include camera movement,  and POV (point of view) shots.

   

In this shot the camera slowly pans around the house until you see Skyler sitting at the table. This makes it seem as though this is a normal scene showing Skyler's new house. The camera then zooms in so that we can see behind the column in the middle. It turns out that Walt(main character) is standing behind the pillar. This is a simple example of how Breaking Bad uses camera movement to surprise the audience with a pivotal moment.

The POV shots are used to put the viewers directly into the action. There is a scene when one of the characters pours gasoline all over someone's house. The camera is from the perspective of the gas can. This raises the tension more then just using a regular perspective.

Breaking Bad isn't the only thing that incorporates these unique uses of the camera. Whenever it is done it should be considered art, because it is designed to have an impact on the viewer in creative ways.

Entry 22: Should Art Entertain?

  The subject of art being entertainment is tricky. It goes back to that difficult question of whether or not video games are art. From my earlier post my thoughts are clear on that subject. This can extend to so many more things like amusement parks, comics, and cartoons. I am going to focus on the last one, basing my examples on my favorite show: Avatar the Last Airbender.

  There is nothing wrong with mixing art and entertainment.The people that sit down and illustrate their characters for cartoons or comic books consider themselves artists. They are using the elements of art to make something that is impact full to both themselves and the audience. The line is blurred when you put that art into a TV show or comic, because then it is considered mass culture. The question arises: Is it art or mass culture? 

 The Last Airbender is a cartoon that aired on Nickelodeon for three seasons. It is a show available to all ages as it has more mature themes for adult viewers. It is the perfect example of the controversy of art and entertainment. I , for one, believe that it is art, because the process that goes into making each scene is the same one that any artist would go through. 

 Someone actually drew this for the episode. Their thoughts being the same as any artists. They took the placement of the crystals, and the people into consideration. The scale and balance is a big factor as well as the color choice. This scene creates a sense of peace. It is also connected with the dialogue, because whats going on fits perfectly with what is being said. 

  

 This scene is a devastating one as we see one of the characters fall into insanity with a mirage of her mom watching through the mirror. I included this to show everything you can get out of one scene. We could easily put this up in the lecture and analysis it just like we would any other work of art. Once again everything has a purpose in creating this feeling of despair and lost hope. 

This ,as well as other cartoons, blurs the line between art, visual culture, and entertainment. It does this because everything in the show is carefully crafted artwork designed to elicit some sort of feeling from the audience. When the artwork is put in TV format that is rated based on viewership, it makes things complicated. My opinion is that the process is still art, so no matter the format of presentation it should still be considered as such. Even if something fits into the category of mass culture, it can still be art. 

Entry 21: Art and the Environment

This dump truck has grass, weeds, and flowers growing within and around it. There was not much manipulation, for the truck was parked and nature grew all around it. Without nature there would just be a random truck sitting there. The environment at which the truck was placed is what makes it art. The weeds growing in the truck reminds me of something you would see in a apocalyptic movie. A movie where all of our man-made creations fail and nature takes over. This artwork could symbolize the idea that we can never control nature. 

This second work required much more manipulation from humans. In contrast to the first work, this shows a control over nature. The metal beams around the entangled rock makes it look as though nature is a prisoner to our man-made creations. This may be calling us to stop out attempts to control the environment. All the rocks used in this piece were moved from another location and placed in specific spots. The piece would not work without the use of its environment.  

Entry 20: Flowers

The flowers on the left is how I would usually draw them. They are more structured with lines and one color for each section. The flowers on the left show what I learned in class. We studied impressionism, which is when artists capture their images without details but with bold colors. They always paint the colors not the things. In the right picture there are no lines and multiple shades of a color on each flower. There is also some use of stippling on the right version, which is when small spots of bright color is shown.

Entry 19: My Body

This is artwork depicts the Tabernacle, which is where God would dwell in the Old Testament. In the New Testament all of our bodies became the temple of the Holy Spirit. That's how I see my body, a temple. Since the Holy Spirit lives within us, we have to take care of our bodies. Something that I fail at sometimes. It's difficult to view ,not only, my body but everyone else's body as temples.

Entry 18: Chuck Close's Fanny

     

I chose Chuck Close's Fanny, because it does something that few other portraits have done. It does not show an idealized self or inner personality. It is is meant to be realistic and showcase all of the detailed features of an older women. This may be trying to teach a lesson. It's the idea that we should not try to hide our true self (like the other portraits) but embrace it. The work invites judgement as we can not help but discuss the unflattering features. Yet, the women seems unmoved. This is an example of how we should stop worrying about what everyone else is thinking. This piece impacted me, because that is something that I am struggling with. What I took from this portrait was a beneficial lesson that can change the way I think. 

Entry 17: My Idealized Identity

When I brainstormed about my ideal identity, I was thinking about my character traits. This includes being, calm, compassionate, and strong. The second thought that came to my mind was: what would I be known for? That's when I realized that ,ideally, I would like to serve people. The main point being serving other people, not myself. Of course, this is an idealized identity because everyone has that feeling that they need to take care of themselves. To symbolize both my character traits, and what I want to be known for, I thought of a waterfall. Water is calm, and strong, and beneficial for all of us. In other words it serves us. My idealized identity would be someone that is calm, strong, and compassionate who also serves everyone around him. Water is a way to abstractly symbolize that ideal identity.

Entry 16: Propaganda at UNT

  This huge eagle statue made of balloons is situated in the student union for all to see. It showcases a more extravagant version of UNT propaganda. It mixes well with UNT's slogan of creativity. This is, of course, replicating the UNT mascot, Scrappy, but this replication could have been done in a easier way. The statue made of balloons is just an example of how creative UNT is. The people taking their tour through the union will get the message that UNT is a place of creativity. This idea is communicated through making something in a way that no one else could think of. 

Entry 15: Political Art in the Present

Disclosure: This has nothing to do with my political stance

Our modern time has turned digital and our leaders are using that as a platform for their political art.

Good



Everything is balanced so well and the quote is good, because it describes what Bernie Sanders is doing.

Bad



Everything about this is bland. Rand Paul is shaded out, which doesn't make him the focal point. The quote doesn't explain how we are going to take our country back.

Entry 14: My palace

My house would be in the living quarters for the government officials. I was elected along with all the other officials and we don't live in luxury. The only building that looks like a "palace" is the government building.

Entry 13: Akhenaten

This is a statue of Akenaten, a Pharaoh of the eighteenth dynasty of Egypt. He is most known for moving away from the Egyptian religion based on polytheism to a monotheistic religion. I picked this work of art, because the structure of the body doesn't represent what you would usually expect from a leader. It is more common for a sculpture to feature a muscular body and a sense of authority. Here Akhenaten has skinny arms, big belly, and almost women like curves. This drastic change in art probably launched from the change in religion. If you are bringing in a new program then everything needs to be changed. This shows a realistic portrayal instead of an unrealistic depiction of a hulking figure. It was probably an experiment to see how people would respond to something that showed what their leader really looked like. My response to this sculpture is that it gives an example of how we should act today. We need to stop having a fake persona around people and show our true self. Just like how Akhenaten wanted to show his true self through the sculpture.

Entry 12: Louis Zamperini Memorial

Louis Zamperini ran track in the Olympics before being a bombardier in the Army Air corps during War World 2. His plane crashed and he survived at sea until being captured by the Japanese . When the war finally ended he suffered PTSD, but eventually overcame it to become an inspirational figure until his death in 2014. The plane represents his service for the country as well as the American flag. The torches represent his time in the Olympics and overall love for running.

Entry 11: Relationship to Divinity

I drew a picture of me holding hands with a long line of people. There is a lot of thought and explanation to how this represents my relationship to divinity. I am a Christian and Jesus call us to love one another. Love is a difficult word and its meaning has been altered within our culture. I came up with a definition that says love is putting away our own desires to serve one another. So this picture represents me serving my friends and family, not to make myself look good, but for the simple act of serving without any selfish benefit. The way I threat the people that God has put in my life is how I show my relationship to Him. It is easy for my feelings to get the best of me and I lose that servant attitude. With that being said my relationship with God is pretty good ,but can falter from time to time.

Entry 10: Places of Worship in Nature

  Most people think of a church, as a majestically crafted building for congregations to gather and worship. There is a section in chapter 7 that discusses worship in nature. In this way people of all beliefs use certain elements of nature to worship, therefore challenging the traditional notion that you have to be in church to worship. Throughout history the elements of nature that we usually take at face value are used as divine entities. Some examples include mountains, rocks, and water. Mountains have been seen as the home of divine beings. Rocks have been seen as symbols of the Gods. Water has been seen as a gift to sustain life. This can also include not so simple things of nature. The ziggurat is a massive, flat mountain that is known to be sacred. Stonehenge could be constructed for religious rituals. All of this art that came from nature has been used for religious means, but how is this knowledge beneficial to us now? This goes back to something I stated earlier about challenging the idea that you have to be in church to worship. A lot of people just go to church on Sunday and forget about it until the next Sunday. Through the use of nature and religion in history, I believe it can teach us to worship outside of church. Every time we step outside we can use what we see as a means of worship. If you are not religious then this can also teach you to pay attention to the art that is all around you. We see all types of beautiful things in the world and we should stop taking it for granted. We need to embrace the things of nature like many religions have done in the past.

Entry 9: The relationship between art and religion

  It seems as though art and religion is interconnected. I say this because most of art in history depicts religious themes and projects. This can be a variety of art across a variety of religion. There is the ziggurat, which is one of the first religious structures, pieta, which is art based on Christianity, and depictions of a seated Buddha. This is just a few examples of the vast connection between religion and art in many forms. The only time art isn't connected with religion is when it is believed the aspects of that religion shouldn't be shown

  I see the relationship between art and religion as a very strong, necessary, and important element that helps people understand and talk about a difficult subject. I say this people people see things in a variety of ways. Everyone brings a different perspective on a subject. Images help to streamline those variety of thoughts and provide a deeper understanding. Religion is a hard thing to grasp and art can help alleviate that difficulty. Just like how teachers use images to help students achieve a better understanding of a subject. 

 There are many ways that art can affect religion. It can enhance religious experience. People feel more connected when they know what they are worshiping and have an image in their mind. It can also create a sort of timeline of religion. This happens by finding religious artifacts and paintings that can explain the effects of that religion in a certain historical period. In other words art brings us a way to understand the aspects of religion throughout history. Art can also cause a negative affect on religion by providing a false view of that religion. For example in Christianity Jesus Christ is usually viewed as a handsome white guy with a perfect beard and flowing hair when in actuality it is unlikely that He would really look like that. 

 Everything that art has accomplished through religion outweighs the negatives. Religion would look very different today if it wasn't for the art that has transformed it. I believe that the connection we have with religion couldn't have been possible without art. 

Entry 8: Two Sexually Controversial Works of Art in History

There was a variety of examples of sexuality and art in class. I want to explore some more examples and the controversies surrounding them.

Nude in a Black Armchair Pablo Picasso 



The controversy comes from its portrayal of women. It is said best by the former director of the Museum of Modern art: " a squishy, sexual toy." It makes the woman look as though her only purpose is sex, and highlights this inhumane idea. To add to the controversy this is the most expansive female nude paintings and was sold at $45.1 million. The idea that it was sold for so much illustrates that we are not trying to stop this portrayal of women but supporting it.

Gustave Courbet The Origin of the World

This is a huge controversy because it was released in 1866 and is still causing problems in 2011. The painting depicts a close-up of a very detailed women genitals. The women's sex was clearly Courbet's goal with the painting, since the head, arms, and legs are framed out of the painting making the genitalia the focal point. In 2011 Facebook took down the painting when someone posted it. This painting has so much controversy surrounding it, because it directly addresses women's sexuality without any questions about the meaning of the painting. Courbet does not try to hide his purpose for creating the work but embraces it.

Entry 7: Sexuality in Art is Disgraceful

  Edouard Manet's Olympia had the right idea, because it criticizes viewers for partaking in what is a disgusting practice. The work of art does this by slightly changing details to make the nude figure look intimidating instead of inviting. I applaud Manet for doing this, since art that is only used to be aroused is equal to that of watching porn.

 This style of art focuses only on the appearance and makes it seem like sex is based solely on that. It doesn't care about the person being portrayed and illustrates sex as a selfish act.

  I'm not attacking all works of art with a nude figure, only the ones that are specifically used to glorify the sinful desires of humans.

   In class we learn that erotic art uses techniques to move your eyes to genitalia. If this is what the artist wants their piece to show then it's clear that its only use is sexual arousal. Therefore it is just a replacement for porn.

 Some of these pieces are banned from public viewings or ignored all together. This should be the approach to all erotic art. I call us to stop using art only for selfish pleasure and to avoid art with that goal. We need to learn from Olympia and produce work of art that take a stand on this evil excuse for us to act on unhealthy desires. Desires that treat humans as objects for our selfish ways.

Entry 6: My Ideal Urban Single-Family Dwelling

In class we looked at Safdie's Habitat, which is a creative way for low cost living that takes cues from a deconstructivist architecture.

I brainstormed an ideal living situation for overcrowded areas. This is what I came up with:

Of course there would be more of a structure system to keep them safe and stable. They can be built on top of each other (as seen above) or you can have one single house. The long "poles" are elevators for convenient excess. The idea of having them built up high is to fix overcrowding. It's easier to fit into populated areas and offers more privacy. The sides and top are a big window that can also be covered to block sunlight and bring more privacy. Lastly to abide by deconstructivist architecture, the houses can be arranged in such a way to create an image or symbol.

Entry 5: Deconstructivist Architecture

Deconstructivist Architecture is a style of construction that uses free-form and complexity in building. It differs from the normal building type, which is usually square and has right angles.

This is my design for a deconstructivist building:

I was trying to think of something that would be relevant to a part of my life. Then I thought of the UNT logo and realized that would make a pretty unique building. The UNT eagle was my inspiration. 

The forms of the building were drawn in such a way to resemble the eagle, but I still wanted it to feel unique.   

Entry 4: Are Video Games Art?

 There is a small section in my textbook that discusses the moving image, and how artists use it to portray art in an innovative format. This made me think about video games and whether or not they should be considered art.

 Of course, my answer is yes. People may have a different opinion because of the games they have experienced. When the average person thinks about games, the first thing that comes to mind is something resembling Call of Duty and the "meaningless" violence that comes with it. There is nothing wrong with Call of Duty, but it gives the public the wrong perception about video games. People need to understand that there is a story behind all the shooting and there are all kinds of elements of art that go into the level design and environments.

Call of Duty is a weak example, but I wanted to include it to show that all games have some sort of artful elements that go into it. This is a game that may illustrate the argument that games should just be for fun. I believe that games are both art and fun. They are a platform that combines elements of line, color, perspective, and balance to create a beautifully crafted world where players can experience fun entertainment while being invested in a story made to explore some sort of meaningful dilemma.

This is, of course, not true for bad games. Just like in any form of media there are some games that miss the mark. I am focusing on games that do their job well. In my first entry I talked about how art needs to have a purpose and expose some sort of feelings within the audience. All game do this, some better then others, and I want to explore this by looking at some stand out examples.

Bioshock Infinite

The thought process ,alone, that went into designing the game world of Columbia shows the same amount of process that goes into a work of art. Columbia is a floating city of beauty that hides the citizen's controversial views of race and religion among other things. The design and placement of the buildings will create a response from viewers. This is because the bright colors combined with the menacing statue makes you feel like something is going on beneath the surface. The heroic stance of the statue mixed with the facial expression create a sense of a firm figure that people look up too. The same thing is used in art that is expertly designed to create a certain response.


The last of Us

Naughty Dog, the developers of the Last of Us, are masters at creating a masterful experience that keeps you emotionally engaged throughout the story by their usage of graphics and characters. The world of the Last of Us is perfectly described as a beautiful wasteland. This can be seen from the way Naughty Dog crafts the world. There are peaceful views of nature ,seen above, that contradicts the dangers that lie beneath it. For a more straight forward example, artists use light to create a more naturalistic piece or highlight the focal point. In the Last of Us light is used for the same reasons. Whenever you walk to a new area and the rays of light highlight a majestic scene, you can't help but stop and appreciate the elegance that lies before your eyes. You can easily fall in a trance just like appreciating a captivating work of art.

Journey

If you talk about video games and art then you have to include Journey. In fact this game relies on its artful design, for there isn't any captivating gameplay. The game consists of you walking through a desert, yet it has won numerous awards. This is because of gorgeous settings that will cause you to get lost in this world. Journey is an illustration of how video games are much more then killing.   Journey is not a game, but an experience that will provoke all kinds of emotional responses. You will sit in awe and be afraid to make a sound, for it will disconnect you from the atmospheric perspective it creates. Its a short experience that can be beat in one sitting, but it's greatness will implore you to take another first step to start the Journey again. This video illustrates how Journey, along with other games, can portray an emotional response just like paintings, sculptures, or any other form of art.

Entry 3: Implied Lines

I found it pretty amazing how an artist can have so much power with lines that cannot even be seen. Lines are a very powerful element of art, for it moves your eyes around the piece. Lines can imply different things through their form, and convey motion/direction. Implied lines accomplish all of this in creative ways that may be surprising to the viewer. There are a lot of implied lines in Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper.

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The image shows some of the implied lines,but I have found a few more. The diagonals of the two apostles to the left and right of Jesus Christ create a frame for Him. This helps the audience see Jesus as the focal point of the piece.

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This image of John has a very strong implied line. His finger leads our eyes directly to Jesus Christ. This is an example of how an implied line can direct the focus of the viewer.  There are also some less significant implied lines with the color of the trees. 

I never realized that there were implied lines in so many pieces of art, but now I know how important they are to the composition and balance. I can't help but recognize them everywhere I look, not just in art but the real world as well. 

You can't help but look at the fire, since all the implied lines are pointing at it. These lines serve the same powerful purpose no matter the circumstance. 

Entry 2: Art and Architecture

1.  Pediment: The triangle at the top of the columns

2.  Base: Where the columns touch the ground

3. Colonnade: The series of supporting lintels 

4. Shaft: The long cylinder part of the column 

5. Capital: The design at the top of the shaft 

6. Entablature: Located in between the capital and the pediment

7. Arch: Made of wedge-shaped stones to reach new heights 

                                                       

8. Domes: Many at the top of the building. Half circle with a hole in the middle
9. Drums: What the Dome sits one

10.  Post and Lentils: Two upright posts with a beam on top  

Entry 1: What is not Art

Art should have an expression of feelings, therefore anything that has no meaning or purpose cannot be art. Something that doesn't cause some sort of emotional response is not considered art. This can be tricky because a work of art may not excite any feelings for one individual, but may have a drastic impact on someone else. In conclusion something is not considered art when it does not purposefully create some sort of deep thought. In this way of thinking the "definition" of art can vary based on individuals with different experiences and emotional triggers. A fictional example of this can be taken from Netflix's Daredevil. The antagonist, Wilson Fisk, buys a questionable work of art that is basically just a white canvas. To some people(like myself) this does not trigger any emotions, so I would say this is not art. Wilson Fisk, on the other hand, would say it is art, because it makes him feel alone and is reminiscent of a tragic childhood event. Anything that doesn't strike up meaning, emotions, or feelings for certain people is not art.