Many of
us find it difficult to understand “abstract art”. That is because we look for
forms and meanings, when the word “abstract” itself means something which
doesn’t have a concrete shape. In simple words ‘Art’ in which the subject is, colour,
line, shape, texture etc., rather than recognizable form is abstract art.
Sometimes
the artist takes inspiration from real objects or nature and represents it in
unrecognizable patters or shapes. For this he either simplifies the object or
exaggerates it. This form of art is sometimes pleasing to the eye and sometimes
lacks aesthetic beauty. To appreciate such an art, it is important to
understand the environment of the artist as well as his thoughts. Sometimes the
subconscious emotion of the artist is also expressed well in abstract form.
Preconception
binds our imagination. To appreciate an abstract art, it is imperative that one
should have an open mind. So abstract art not only needs the skill of the
artist but also of the observer. Art allows us to access our subconscious feeling
and emotions. Hence the role of an artist in such a case is to create a work of
art, that when viewed evokes the viewer’s subconscious feelings to his awareness,
keeping his distractions to minimum.
By Pushpa Ramesh
By Pushpa Ramesh
that takes us to the question, why art? what is the purpose of art?
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