Essays on Arts And Culture

Multiculturalism was a function of different variety of culture together with languages, principles, customs and other practices inside the structure of social equity, harmony and diplomacy and sustainability. In the midst of change, prejudice and narrow-mindedness which frequently build a multicultural society. Mrs. Markandaya’s The Golden Honeycomb explored the various cultural diversity that applied to the demographic framework of a specific location, normally at the extent of institutions such as school, trade, neighbourhood, city or nation. From this background, Multiculturalism…...

Antoine de Saint Exupery has once stated: “He who is different from me does not impoverish me - he enriches me.” Diversity in our world is a basic characteristics of human civilization, and also the key condition for a lively and dynamic society as we see today.” There are currently over 7.7 billion people living on this planet. A planet full of diversity anywhere we turn. Humanity has found out a way to categorize so many different cultures, religions, languages,…...

Have you ever thought about the difference and similarities between artists and their artwork? Some might let their creativity take control, while others limit themselves and their artwork. When thinking about similarities and differences take into consideration how the artists themselves and their art are alike and different, how their artwork is alike and different, why they make the art they do, what materials they use, and what their expectations and limits are. All artists have their different inspirations. Some…...

In this essay, I will explore painting techniques and styles with oil paint by researching and comparing two of my favourite artists. The first is Norman Rockwell famous for his iconic images of everyday life. He painted in oil paints onto either linen canvas or wooden panels in a realism style, and in his lifetime painted over 4,000 original artworks. His work allowed Americans to see the lighter side of life during difficult times like The Great Depression and the…...

Many argue that art cannot be defined. Art is often considered as the process of arranging elements in an aesthetic way that pleases our senses. It consists of a wide range of human expressions, which includes painting, films, sculptures, music and literature. The definition of art has changed over the years, and people have a variety of explanations of what art means to them. Art history has developed enough these days to allow us to realize changes that art has…...

By contrast, the concept of culture is a critical aspect of defining human society. Therefore, human society, culture is defined as the knowledge and characteristics of different societies encompassing cuisine, social habits, language, music and arts among other aspects. Above all, culture is considered as the determinant of social environment, although the understanding consists of different alterations Notably, there are distinctions in understanding the different levels of cultures, defining the culture ideas, and evaluating the precise definitions of high and…...

While some believe that graffiti/street art does not belong in galleries it does for several reasons. This essay will explain why that is, as it is something that is often misunderstood by people both inside and outside of the art world. To explain the many reasons why graffiti/street art should be in galleries we must first get a clear understanding of the differences between the two. “Artist Sanction and Street Works”, written by Shelby Moser provides some good examples of…...

Mexico and Puerto Rico are two popular countries of South America. They share the passionate language of Spanish, though there are some differences in their dialects. There are similarities and differences between the two countries, such as expectations of family members and structuring, in addition to religious practices, traditions, and art. Both countries possess many unique traits and customs. Mexican and Puerto Rican societies have very similar familial structures. Both countries consider family the foundation of their social structure. They…...

Last February 17, 2009, I went to the ISU Juried Student Exhibition which was located in the Center for Performing and Arts Gallery building. The juror of the exhibition was Mr. Ronald Leax, Halsey C. an Ives Professor of Art in Washington; University, St. Louis, MO. Most of the paintings that were being exhibited illustrate beauty and nature. I’ve noticed that most of the people that were there during the time of my visit appear uninterested with the art that…...