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Contemporary Art and Society, 2008.
This paper discusses that society has changed significantly and, in parallel, its relationship with art has transformed as well.
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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In this article, the writer notes that art institutions have undergone significant changes in the past several decades. These changes are the result of the transformations in society as well as in art. The writer maintains that one way of addressing this relationship transformation is analyzing the position of art institutions that exist within societies and countries around the world. The writer points out that art institutions, like galleries and museums, are places where not only the work of art meets the eye of a critic but also locations where the broader public interacts with it. The writer notes that the public interaction with the artistic world in the art institutions is of crucial importance. After all, whether a work of art is going to survive or not depends a great deal on its public acceptance.
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"The art and artistic expression has elevated itself from aesthetic human activity to more intellectual and actively socially involved one. The artists view their role as a socially active one, as members of society who openly and sometimes provocatively challenge the accepted ideas and social values. They are ready to tackle the ethic and social taboos, attitudes and widely accepted believes. This inevitably is result form the fact that the contemporary art works are not created form the void. Rather, the conditions within our society shape the ideas and "products" of artistic activity. The artwork becomes as a result, a part of a dialogue that comprises the culture in our society."
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Contemporary Art And Its Relationship To Its Audience And Society, 2002.
Discusses the arts since 1945.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 63.95
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Discusses the arts since 1945. Wide-ranging styles of artists. Innovative and creative breakthroughs. Emergence of concept of social relativity and a pluralistic society. How the Postmodern world and plurality have redefined the role of the artist. Pluralism of art styles reflecting society. The New Realism as a cumulative creative systhesis. The pluralistic way contemporary artists engage in with their audience.
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"The picture of the arts since 1945 is extremely complex with trends toward fragmentation on one the side and multimedia unifications on the other. Radical changes have come about in science, technology, politics, economics, and the arts. Social relativity and the pluralistic society are replacing absolute values and uniformity; and artists are working in styles that vary from wide-ranging freedom to strict formalism, from imaginative abstraction to stark realism, from detached objectivity to passionate expressionistic involvement.
All this has shown that no one approach, solution, attitude, technique, or..."
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The Contemporary Fine Art Markets, 2007.
This paper is an anthropological analysis of the contemporary fine art market based on Stuart Plattner's study, titled 'A Most Ingenious Paradox - the Market for Contemporary Fine Art' from "American Anthropologist".
2,270 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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This paper explains that Plattner's article, 'A Most Ingenious Paradox - the Market for Contemporary Fine Art', reports trends in the North American contemporary fine arts markets and in the commodification of fine art that reflect a neo-liberal environment of considerable new wealth and the culture of consumerism. The author points out that Plattner's orientation is one of participant-observation; a person exposed directly to the phenomenon of local fine art businesses and those who produce for them. The paper concludes that the local fine art markets are well established and profitable and that its artifacts may indicate a great deal regarding consumer tastes and behavior.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
An Informal Ethnography
The Decline of Authority
Economic Anthropology and Fieldwork in Toronto
Concluding Remarks
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"Few consumers can know much of why one piece of fine art in a local venue costs more than another, as producers know that few seem to purchase with an eye to buying something to appreciate in value, as opposed to buying due to personal preference. In local and regional markets, the artists that Plattner refers to as identity producers can have an involved philosophy towards what they produce of which consumers need not know, featuring ideas of contributing to a total cultural heritage rather than pursuing artistic fame or monetary success."
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Art and Society, 2004.
A look at art as a reflection of society through examples from the High Renaissance period, scientific revolution, and contemporary period.
1,176 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper aims to illustrate how artwork reflects the society during the period in which it was created. It also provides an analysis of how artworks have changed from being creative expressions of social realities to being symbols and artifacts of the social and historical events that occurred to human society over time. The scope of this paper is limited to discussing visual and literary artworks, since these forms of art creation are the most prevalent media through which artists expressed their social realities. The analysis of visual and literary artworks will cover the following important periods in human history: the High Renaissance period, scientific revolution, and contemporary or modern period.
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"Human society continuously develops through constant interaction and communication among its members (people). Indeed, humans have different ways, means, media, and form through which they can express themselves and extend their message to other people in the society. Art is an example of this medium of communication, which ?involves skill and creative imagination in a musical, literary, visual, or performance context? (Microsoft Encarta 2002). Art is more than a medium of communication, since it goes beyond the traditional forms of verbal communication?it is also one way of ?seeing? and interpreting the social reality of the creator or artist, where people can get a glimpse of what and how the artist depicts his/her reality (relationship between the self and society)."
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Contemporary Christian Art, 2004.
A paper looking at contemporary Christian art in the context of modern Christianity.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses contemporary Christian art. The paper looks at how the variation in works of Christian art corresponds to the variation in Christian faith. It explains that some Christian art reflects a traditional Catholic perspective and draws on centuries of traditions of Catholic art, while other Christian art reflects the doctrinal practices and emphases of a range of sects, from Quakerism to Pentecostal.
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"Contemporary Christian art is much like contemporary Christianity in general. There is as much variation in works of Christian art as there is variation in Christian faith. Some Christian art reflects a traditional Catholic perspective and draws on centuries of traditions of Catholic art. Other Christian art reflects the doctrinal practices and emphases of a range of sects from Quakerism to Pentecostal. And much of what artists might call Christian art because it reflects their own beliefs as Christians might not generally be classified as Christian art by..."
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A Re-evaluation of the Role of Prejudice in Contemporary Arts, 2003.
An intense study of the role of prejudice in two contemporary 'pop culture' works.
4,492 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 117.95
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This essay is a look at the novel "PUSH" by Sapphire and the movie "8mile" and how they both relate to prejudice in the United States. The writer argues that while both works show that prejudice and racism are still a problem for minorities and the underprivileged, they also suggest that these very people, by the strict definition of prejudice, harbor many prejudices of their own and the writer examines the reasons behind that.
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"Prejudice is an oft-discussed topic these days is one which regardless of how overplayed and overanalyzed it may seem to be is still a major factor in many of the problems which we deal with as a society. In both Sapphire?s emotionally charged novel PUSH and the popular movie 8 Mile, loosely based on the life of Eminem, the problem of prejudice based on race is examined thoroughly. PUSH especially shows race to be one of the most important factors in the many problems that surround its main character, Claireece Precious Jones. Yet there are many other forms of prejudice besides racism. Defining prejudice is no easy task, but Merriam-Webster?s Dictionary gives an interesting--if not completely comprehensive--definition of prejudice: ?(1) : preconceived judgment or opinion (2) : an adverse opinion or leaning formed without just grounds or before sufficient knowledge b : an instance of such judgment or opinion c : an irrational attitude of hostility directed against an individual, a group, a race, or their supposed characteristics.? (Mirriam-Webster) Therefore one can literally be prejudiced against anyone or anything if one holds an ?irrational attitude? toward them. There are many examples of this, interestingly, in the form of Claireece in PUSH. Although Precious is a victim throughout the novel of prejudice, racial discrimination, taunting and ridicule, she still harbors many prejudices towards other groups of people bringing to the fore the quagmire of why an ?oppressed? person would not feel compassion for other people in a similar situation--an interesting idea that is also examined in 8 Mile--and why sometimes racism is even more common in people who suffer the brunt of its effects; through her many trials and tribulations Claireece does eventually get past many of her prejudices as she seeks to become more learned and is exposed to other groups of people, though. Yet at the end of PUSH Claireece still seems to harbor many prejudices leaving the reader to ponder the significance of what appears to be her enduring lack of understanding of what it means to be prejudiced."
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Constructivism in the Contemporary Arts Classroom, 2008.
A review of Eliza Pitri's article "Teacher research in the Socio-constructivist Art Classroom."
1,006 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses an article that explores socio-constructivism, a creative student-centered approach to teaching in today's American arts classroom. The author notes that although the article, "Teacher Research in the Socio-Constructivst Art Classroom" by Eliza Pitri is often repetitive and pedantic and contains a detailed description of the components of socio-constructivism as well as practical instructions for teachers who wish to implement it. The paper concludes with a brief analysis of how the use of this approach might impact pedagogy in the author's school.
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"Expanding upon the work of earlier scholars, Pitri maintains that the socio-constructivist approach recognizes that people construct knowledge from the events and phenomena they come across in their lives. Citing a handful of scholars who have devoted themselves to the study of socio-constructivist epistemology and its implications for classroom instruction, Eliza Pitri writes that learners who actively pursue knowledge instead of simply sitting in a desk passively absorbing knowledge as articulated by someone else are learners who aggressively integrate new information and experiences into their pre-existing knowledge base; along the way, they revise and re-interpret "old" knowledge as part of an ongoing effort to reconcile it with "new" knowledge...."
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The Uncanny of Freud, Urban Life, and Contemporary Art, 2004.
A look at Freud's definition of the uncanny as explained in his 1919 paper, "The Uncanny".
2,346 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 27 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper presents an overview of several interpretations of Freud's definition of the uncanny and then takes a look at how it relates to contemporary thought and postmodern theory and art.
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"The uncanny is created or emerges in that fissure formed by a tension that results from a collapse of fixed certainties and accepted familiarity. Central elements in the idea of the uncanny, which has been adopted by the post-structural community and by elements of contemporary art, includes the idea of dislocation, de-centeredness, the un-homely and nothingness in place of habitual identity. Furthermore, the meaning of the uncanny has the potential to disturb the logocentric views of modernism."
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Contemporary Art, 2002.
Discuses its relationship to audience and society.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, $ 47.95
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Discusses relationship to audience and society. Art since 1945; radical changes, franmentation, multimedia unifications. Varying styles. Experimentation and consolidation & re-assessment leading to a pluralism of art styles. Post World War II societal changes. Postmodern world. Social plouralism & artists' engagement with their audience. Conventions. Innovations.
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"CONTEMPORARY ART AND ITS RELATIONSHIP
TO ITS AUDIENCE AND SOCIETY
The picture of the arts since 1945 is extremely complex with trends toward fragmentation on one the side and multimedia unifications on the other. Radical changes have come about in science, technology, politics, economics, and the arts. Social relativity and the pluralistic society are replacing absolute values and uniformity; and artists are working in styles that vary from wide-ranging freedom to strict formalism, from imaginative abstraction to stark realism, from detached objectivity to passionate expressionistic involvement."
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Racial Reconciliation in Australian Contemporary Society, 2004.
This paper looks at the importance of racial reconciliation in Australian contemporary society.
3,390 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 119.95
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In this article, the writer presents the key reasons that racial reconciliation between indigenous and non-indigenous Australian groups needs to occur. The writer examines the contemporary situation in the light of historical approaches to policy making by governments.
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"Reconciliation between Australia's indigenous and non-indigenous populations is crucial for a number of reasons. The development of the nation and its progress in terms of domestic productivity relies upon reconciliation among its people. It also hinges on the ability to reconcile the past with the future. Australia's position in the international community is also seriously threatened due to the present attitudes which seem to be preventing reconciliation from occurring in any meaningful way. Most importantly though the very survival ... "
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Art and Pop Art, 2002.
A comparative analysis of art with pop art using the works of Andy Warhol and Leonardo Da Vinci.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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This discusses art and pop art, and distinguishes between the two by noting the characteristics of each form. As examples of each, two works of Andy Warhol are compared and contrasted to Da Vinci's "Last Supper" and Rembrandt's "Syndic of the Clothmaker's Guild.
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The "Art" of Art Forgery, 2002.
Shows that forgery is more than just a copying process, involving complex techniques found in art.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 106.95
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This paper examines the skill involved in producing 'true' forgeries within the world of art. It is stressed that the forger is to be seen as an artist, in that he or she must sometimes enter the mind of the original artist, master his or her techniques,and otherwise execute works that can withstand the expert eye. Forgery is a normal aspect of the art world.
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The Arts, 2002.
A discussion of the role of the arts in contemporary society.
2,408 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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This paper examines the role of the arts which comprise of the disciplines of the visual arts, music, theater and dance in society and particularly education today. It shows how the arts not only impart a sense of beauty and vitality to the lives of human beings, but how they can also equip students with the necessary skills to flourish in the real world.
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Introduction
Role of the arts in contemporary society; the recent resurgence of interest in the arts in schools; positive reasons for incorporating arts as mandatory courses in public schools.
Discussion on the significance of arts in society
Impact on human beings and society; historical significance of the artists? legacy.
Historical background of the role of arts in:
Society
The rise of interest in culture after World War II, leading to the division of America: one that is culturally conscious and one that is not.
Schools
The rise and fall of progressive education; attempts by the Clinton Administration to introduce the arts into public schools; gradual restoration of music programs all over America.
Discussion of the question: should arts be considered mandatory courses for public schools?
Pros
Cognitive abilities; imaginative skills; life skills; multiculturalism; improvement in students? academic performance and behavior; becoming a whole human being.
Cons
Positive results in research need to be proven; arts should not always be incorporated in other subjects; lack of funding.
Recommendations for bringing arts courses into public schools: collaboration between arts organizations and with schools; providing high quality education with well-trained teachers; innovative programs between schools and museums
Conclusions: The potential of the arts for improving education and thus our society. Lists briefly the advantages of arts education.
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"Throughout history, many artists have been inspired by the world around them to create their works. Their accomplishments are not limited to the exclusive realm of the arts. Cave painters studied the anatomy and movement of the animals they drew. The pyramids built by the Egyptians were created with the accuracy of mathematics (Unsworth 56). Furthermore, The Impressionists? quest for color as reflected light mirrored the scientific discovery of the nature of light rays (Unsworth 56). Altogether, the rich legacy of all the artists provides contemporary generations with a vibrant representation of the human world and inspires us to continue their great work (York 274)."
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Marx and Durkheim in Modern Society, 2002.
Outlines the theories of Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim and applies their theories to an evaluation of contemporary society.
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The essay compares and contrasts the theories of Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim and argues for a society that is principled on particular practices of equality and not class-oppression.
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Society and Children Today, 2008.
A personal perspective on the upbringing and socialization of children in contemporary American society.
855 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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The writer discusses the commercialism and violence that are dominant features of our culture today, the lack of a sense of security since the September 11, 2001 attacks and how many children do not have the benefit of strong two-parent family ties. The writer reminisces about the years of his own upbringing which were marked by an optimism and sense of confidence that the United States could prevail against any challenge that it faced. The writer is of the opinion that the current leadership has not risen to the challenges of today's young people.
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"A child being socialized in contemporary America would probably emerge from childhood believing in the paramount importance of two aspects of our culture: commercialism and violence. By modern American culture, I mean that web of system of shared values, beliefs, principles, customs, and rituals that people in our society use to deal with the world around us, including other people (Bates & Plog, 1990, 7) . The critical social forces in modern American culture are economics and science & technology (Kornblum, 2005, 49-78, 108-38) ."
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