Why do people go to Galleries?

Is there such a thing as bias appreciation? Is beauty always the intent of an artist?

How do works reflect the philosophy of the time they were created?

Can a viewer love something that is anti-aesthetic ?

Is representational art better than abstract art? 

Abstract art and representational art are two different styles of artistic expression that have their own merits and challenges. There is no definitive answer to which one is better, as it depends on your personal preference, taste, and interpretation. However, understanding the key differences between them can help appreciation of works . TIME , PLACE and THINKING ( philosophy that drives the artist) plays a vital role in the viewers judgement of works.

Abstract art is a visual language of shapes, colours, and forms that doesn’t directly represent objects or scenes from the real world. It’s like a musical symphony of lines and colors that speaks to our emotions and imagination. In abstract art, you won’t find easily recognizable objects, such as trees or people. Instead, you’ll encounter a world of abstraction where artists distill their thoughts, feelings, and ideas into pure visual elements. Abstract art is open to interpretation, relying on the viewer’s emotional response and imagination to fill in the blanks. It’s like a visual puzzle where each person may see something unique.

Representational art is all about portraying the tangible world around us. It’s the art of depicting objects, scenes, or figures in a recognizable and often realistic manner. When you look at a representational artwork, you can usually identify what it represents – whether it’s a portrait, a landscape, or everyday objects. Representational art aims for a direct and faithful representation of reality1. It often tells a story or conveys a specific message through its subject matter.