Art is very important in society because it is an essential ingredient to empowering the hearts of people. The truth is that art is more than just a practice – it is a way of life. Art is more than just a skill – it is a passion. Art is more than just an image – each one tells a story.

1. Why is art important?

2. The thing about art is that it’s so diverse that there are as many
ways to understand it as there are people. That’s why there are
scholars who give their own special definition of the word, such the
one penned by this famous Russian novelist, which goes:
What is Art?
“Art is the activity by which a person, having
experienced an emotion, intentionally transmits it to
others” – Leo Tolstoy
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So, Why Is Art Important?
We use (unconsciously) art for our entertainment, cultural
appreciation, aesthetics, personal improvement, and even social
change. We use art in order to thrive in this world.
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Here you go!
6 powerful theories
What makes art important, and Why?

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Art is very important in society because it is an essential
ingredient to empowering the hearts of people
#1
When activists are showing images of children suffering from poverty or
oppression in their campaigns, this is the art pulling the heartstrings of
society’s elite and powerful to make changes.
When photographers publish the photos of war torn areas, it catches the
attention of masses whose hearts reach out for those who need help.
When artist create great music and movies, it entertains people around the
world.
This is art, making a difference in society.

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Art integrates mind, body, soul and spirit
#2
Art drives thinking
Thinking drives conscience
Conscience delivers realization
Realization turns out to an action
A powerful action can change the world

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Great art tells meaningful stories
#3
A powerful story well said!
A rural circus is underway outdoor under blazing
sun. An animal tamer performs stunt with his
elephant who is trying to use his trunk to pick up
an apple. Lions and Parrots are waiting for it’s turn
to entertain people. The audience watches it with
a lot of amusement and astonishment.
The truth is that art is more than just a practice – it is a way of life. Art is more than just a skill – it
is a passion. Art is more than just an image – each one tells a story

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Art encourages self-expression
#4
After all, the essence of art is expressing oneself.
So, why self-expression is important?
When we’re not able to express ourselves, we feel suffocated .We need to find
ways in which we can express ourselves in a meaningful and positive manner
Art promotes an outlet to let your imaginations fly high
Don't think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's
good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even
more art." - Andy Warhol

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Art explains world’s two most powerful
concepts – Love and Death
#5
Understanding love and death brings meaning and purpose to your existence.
They uplift the element of humanity within you
Art makes you realize – WHY OTHER HUMANS ARE IMPORTANT? – which
in fact allows us to understand each other
As quoted here - Self-expression involves revealing your thoughts, feelings, or
ideas, through writing, speaking, music, art, or dance. Essentially, it is the way
we interact with the world around us and this interaction holds great value, "To
be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is
the greatest accomplishment."

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Art is a remarkable mode of depicting culture
#6
When you see a Zen garden in Sydney or San Francisco, you
know that it’s a practice that originated from China. When you see
paper swans swarming a beautiful wedding ceremony, you know
that this is origami, an art that came from Japan. When you see
films featuring Bollywood music and dancing, you know that it’s a
movie from India.
Art has the power to take cultural practices from where they are
from and then transport and integrate them into different parts of
the world without losing their identity.
Art creates and spreads awareness of culture

11. Any questions
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