Secrets
Art is unique; it is also a medium through which individuals can express their individuality, uniqueness, and talent. The documentary ART 21 in the episode secrets highlights all these aspects by displaying the different forms of art that can be created. Additionally, it demonstrates that artistic pieces can be created from almost any media and that it is the imagination, talent, and creativity of the artist that counts the most. The video features various forms of art ranging from photography, paintings, sculptures among others. The decision to highlight the different types of art available was crucial in underscoring the fact that art is dynamic and that no one form of art can be considered superior to the other. Each of the featured artists demonstrate that passion and creativity are the major driving force behind any successful art project.…show more content… Elliot creates abstract collages from still images, effectively bringing together two categories of art to create interesting pieces. However, what is striking about this artist is the level of planning, organizing, and research that goes into his work. The common perception would be that abstract works are driven by emotions rather than concepts. However, upon watching how he chooses to go about his work, one realizes that abstract works are not just about spontaneity. They can also be as a result of careful organizing of ideas and effects in order to arouse the desired effect. Besides the paintwork, the artist also uses different paper cuttings and prints to create collages. The collages are created on foam, which forms the canvas and the prints are embroided on the foam, hence, creating interesting collage
