Art as Social Commentary
" Social commentary is the act of using rhetorical means to provide commentary on issues in a society. This is often done with the idea of implementing or promoting change by informing the general populace about a given problem and appealing to people's sense of justice. "
Ponder these questions...
- How do artists use visual imagery to comment on political and social structures? - How do the arts help us to understand and appreciate history and cultural diversity? - How can I create a piece of art that speaks to an issue I am passionate about? Food for thought and resources. . .Check out these 2 videos! Great examples of artists that are tackling the concept of art as a social commentary.
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