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rt is a way to get the necessary means. I don't think that there is a disconnect between art and audiences. But art often explores intricate themes, stoking deep emotions and intellectual engagement. However, these elements may sometimes alienate broader audiences seeking more accessible or relatable content. Furthermore, the contemporary art world's elitist reputation and the proliferation of avant-garde, abstract, or conceptual pieces sometimes deters the average person from engaging with art.
Art pieces made by pretentious artists would be pretentious. If the artist is true to his muse, then why will his art be otherwise. Art piece valuation is a complex process, influenced by factors like artist reputation, provenance, condition, rarity, and market demand. Appraisers, collectors, and auction results help determine an artwork's worth.
I am an artist myself, so art has been with me since the very beginning.
Some artists believe that commercial success is not the ultimate goal of their work and that art should be created for its own sake only and exclusively for its own sake alone. Others argue that artists must be able to make a living from their work and that commercial success is necessary for them to survive and thrive. Balancing pure art and commercially viable art can be challenging. How do you see this evolving of the recent?
What is 'pure art'? For me, it is something that is original, requires effort and comes from the innermost interact of the artist. And if this is done with a commercially viable intent, making the two ideas blend well, then it’s a win-win. Evolution will continue to happen, it’s upon us, as artists and art lovers, to understand art from where it comes rather than putting a tag of pure or commercial to it.
Moreover, Balancing pure art's creative expression with commercially viable art's market appeal is a delicate tightrope for artists. Striking the right mix between artistic integrity and financial success often defines their journey in the creative industry.
The distinction between fine art and commercial art is often used to illustrate the great art divide. Fine art is created solely for aesthetic and intellectual purposes, while commercial art is created for commercial purposes, primarily advertising. However, this distinction has become blurred in recent years, with many artists using commercial techniques to create works of fine art. Do you have any advice as to how to go with the flow?
See, this will bring me back to the point of originality and effort. If the artist understands that and then uses commercial techniques or methods then I don’t really see much harm but if the artist has poor understanding of art itself then of course it will never work. If you are an artist or an art lover, then the priority should be art. The other angles automatically follow.
Many artists worry that AI-generated art would replace human creativity and lead to a loss of artistic expression, others argue that AI can be a valuable tool, helping artists to explore new ideas and push the creative envelope. What’s your take on it?
AI is artificial, we have created it. We can’t get scared of our own invention. As I said, if you have a unique voice and originality, no AI will ever get in the way.
After all, AI-generated art can replicate patterns and styles, but it lacks the depth of human emotion, intuition, and conceptual originality. It complements, but can’t replace the unique and irreplaceable human creative spirit.
Artists have found new ways to create and share their work in order to overcome the challenges posed by the recent pandemic. Many have turned to digital platforms to showcase their art and connect with audiences around the world. Is this something that you view as a stop-gap or do you envisage this as the new norm? Isn't this sad?
I don't think that there is anything wrong with digital art or adapting to the times. Art cannot be kept in a limited space and expected to stay in that. It will change, it will transform. And digital platforms are offering ways for artists to showcase their work to the world, so why not? Museums and galleries also offer virtual exhibitions. If the artist stays real towards their work, has original ideas and can take different points of view, then this is a platform that can actually turn out to be quite helpful for them.
Art is a turn-on, please comment.
In my opinion Art is something that stimulates an individual's thoughts, emotions, beliefs, or ideas though the senses. Art ignites passion, stirring emotions which are usually deep-seated . The interplay of colours, shapes and stories is a symphony that awakens the soul. In its beauty, we find desire, a captivating, timeless allure.
