I read somewhere, that instagram was ruining art because it makes everyone think they are artists...
If everyone believes themselves to be creators of art, they will seek out more art, perhaps try new genres, be more supportive of arts programs in schools.
Obviously this idea that EVERYONE can be an artist, means everyone will experience the joy of creating art, without the self doubt that it is beyond their grasp.
As it was, photography was already (stupidly) debated to not even really be art.
Instagram, though cookie cutter, is simply an extension of the idea of pop art, being art for all. Now everyone wants to make something beautiful to look at, something that gives themselves and others pleasure.
This can only lead to further artistic curiosity as they seek out more beautiful things.
The average person, via, instagram, is now looking at the "ugliness" around them and through a mediocre phone lens, they are transforming is into the "beautiful" it is changing the way they see their surroundings, and it is opening their eyes and creating a more artistic, and therefor, a more well rounded way of thinking.
Just my thought on this, I don't remember where I read the complaint about instagram otherwise I'd site it here.
One could also argue that digital cameras and iphones have ruined art. But as someone who has made (crappy) art, not just via paint but also via my iphone and my professional camera, it's made me appreciate art even more.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your blog. And I like the background on this page. Neat.
Your iPhone and your digicam afford you more opportunities to explore your creativity in much the same way that an art teacher would create an outline for a lesson. It keeps things structured so you can't get too lost while giving you freedom. I've seen you "crappy art" it is far better than some of the art I've seen by more technically trained artists. Take my word on this, I did minor in art education after all lol. You have a distinct style and color pallet same applies to your paintings. Very fauvism meets German expressionism.
DeleteI agree! Gosh, people take these apps too seriously.
ReplyDeleteI think also art critics and some artists can be very elitist and treat art as unattainable to the masses. But that is exactly what makes art hard for the masses to appreciate and understand.
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