What is Art?
1. The quality, production, expression, or realm, according to aesthetic principles, of what is beautiful, appealing, or of more than ordinary significance.
The most fundamental question in the philosophy of art is that of the nature or definition of art in general. Of course, many philosophers have debated the question but never has there been universal satisfaction with any one theory.
It is worth asking whether it is even possible to properly address the question, “what is art?” or whether there is any practical purpose in doing so. The argument may be fascinating to some, but supposing a proper definition is even possible, what would its creation accomplish? Part of art’s appeal is in its freedom from rules and boundaries, and time has shown that art is a fluid concept defying rigid classification.
However, if the idea of art is going to retain meaningful specificity, it is going to need some boundaries. If everything could be considered art, then the word “art” would be void of meaning. We must use some discretion in identifying art in order to prevent such a fall into semantic oblivion.
How would you define “Art”?
Do you believe it is possible to define art in a way that satisfies everyone?
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