Art is a form of expression that
transcends above the differences between humanity and focuses on the
similarities. Diego Rivera, an artist of the 20th
century, said “art is the universal language and it belongs to all
mankind.” As with writing, art is a form of symbolism. It is a
physical manifestation of a myriad of social values of a society as
envisioned by an individual or even a group. A project is created to
show a point of view and illicit a reaction. The message can be
positive or negative, broad or specific, local or global. Artists
create their works with an audience in mind, and audiences respond to
these works as if the works were addressed to them. (Anthro)
Art is
a method of communication mankind has always employed, beginning with
simple representation of daily life and outlines of hand prints on
cave walls to modern graffiti commenting on social issues. Drawing
and painting aren't the only everlasting artistic expression, from
tribes dancing for the clouds to bring rain to ballet performances
depicting entire lifetimes. Art is an important tool to use as a
healthy outlet for emotional expression as well as a method of
reinforcing central values of a culture. (Anthro)
Lavenda, Robert H., and Emily A. Schultz. "Primates of the Miocene." Anthropology: What Does It Mean to Be Human? New York: Oxford UP, 2013. N. 285-289. Print.
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