Archive for January 5, 2012

Ecology In Contemporary Art

Ecology In Contemporary Art

The Oxford English Dictionary gives the following definition of art – “the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.” In terms of contemporary art, the concept of “emotional power” is probably the most important part of this definition. Art is all over something that surrounds us, not only in the form of paintings and sculptures but also through music, literature, film, photography and others. So it’s no wonder that environmental problems can be found being discussed in art in one or another form.

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Contemporary Art Gallery Melbourne

Contemporary Art Gallery Melbourne

Australian art takes two forms – Aboriginal and Colonial. Any art collection depends on the taste of the individual collector but to have a rounded collection of Australian artwork, it would be a good idea to try and cover all historical bases.

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