Functions of art Essay

Submitted By Nepka2
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Functions of art.
1. Create places for some human purpose. (Disneyland, Cinderella castle). This is one of the greatest idea ever. To create a magic place of fairy tale where people can gather together. This is the most amazing place not only for children ( because they can meet all characters they like from Disney cartoons) but also the pleasant place to be for adults who share the joy with their kids. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella_Castle 2. Create extraordinary versions of ordinary objects. (Body painting)
I like the idea of body painting in general. But not all of them. Sometime body painting doesn't really mean anything and the only purpose of it is to shock and get attention. The link i posted has plenty of beautiful artworks. My favorite one is series of "women and trees". The idea of human body as a piece of nature, there is no border between those objects. There are many meanings in these artworks. However, woman and a tree- symbol of harmony of human being and nature. http://www.johannesstoetterart.com/bodypainting-fine-art-gallery.html 3. Record and commemorate.(Column for Trajan emperor in Rome )
This piece of art commemorates Roman emperor Trajan's victory in the Dacian Wars. The column depicts the images from a historical event. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trajan's_Column 4. Give tangible form to the unknown. ("The Transfiguration" by Raphael)
All artworks which have a religious plot most likely will fit this function. This painting illustrates the dual human and divine nature of Christ. https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/asset-viewer/the-transfiguration/bwGD-l9vT6Z6Yw?utm_source=google&utm_medium=kp&hl=en&projectId=art-project

5. Give tangible form to feelings and ideas. ( "The first kiss" by Raphael)
I like a naive impression this artwork gives to it's viewer. Two little angels kiss. Its a pure picture of