Intro to Philosophy
Read the following quotes:
“It [abstract art] should be enjoyed just as music is enjoyed – after a while you may like it or you may not.” – Jackson Pollock
(Pollock, n.d.)
“There is no abstract art. You must always start with something. Afterward you can remove all traces of reality.” – Picasso
(Picasso, n.d.)
“Abstract art: a product of the untalented sold by the unprincipled to the utterly bewildered” – Al Capp
(Capp, n.d.)
“The more horrifying this world becomes, the more art becomes abstract.” – Ellen Key
(Key, n.d.)
Part 1
As the four quotes above indicate, abstract art has created many controversial topics about what it is or if it can be termed art. Discuss the following:
Why do you think that many abstract art works are criticized?
What is your opinion about abstract art?
Do you agree or disagree with any of the above quotes?
Part 2
If you had a choice of having a painting from the styles of Realism, Impressionism, Art Nouveau, Abstract, or Avant-Garde, which style would you choose and why? Discuss with 2 or more classmates their preference for art and relate your opinion about your assessment of the particular style.
