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The History of Public Art: Part 5— The Final Part
Art is not what you see, but what you make others see. -Edgar Degas Welcome to part 5 (aka the final part) of our ongoing series where we explore the timeline of public art’s history throughout the world! This particular article will be about the forms of public art...
The History of Public Art: Part 4
Art is language and public art is public speech. -Jonathan Jones, The Guardian Welcome to part three of our ongoing series where we explore the timeline of public art’s history throughout the world! This particular article will be about the forms of public art that...
The History of Public Art: Part 3
Artists, designers, planners, and architects alike must face the challenge of defining public space, as an opportunity to create or improve the sense of community among those who will determine the use, or abandonment of a place. -Ethan Kane, from Ars Poetica, 2004...
The History of Public Art: Part 2
Public art is a reflection of how we see the world – the artist’s response to our time and place combined with our own sense of who we are. -The Association for Public Art Welcome to part two of our ongoing series where we explore the timeline of public art’s history...
The History of Public Art: Part 1
Have you ever wondered how the concept of public art came to be? It’s existed for longer than you might think— since Ancient Greece and Rome, in fact (and possibly even further back). Greek marble relief of Demeter, 4th century BC. Istanbul Archaeology Museum, Turkey,...
Bringing Communities Together Through Collective Art Projects
You don’t need to be an artist to enjoy making art— anyone and everyone can do it. It’s a quick and simple way to unwind, relax, and create something perfectly unique to you. For many, creating art is an important form of therapy that helps them escape the stressful...
Why Our Communities Need Calm Spaces for Contemplation
The Feeling of Community For all of us who are familiar with the shared community spaces in our neighborhoods— like our parks, gardens, and other open areas; we’re brought a certain type of peace that comes from collective togetherness with people who aren’t exactly...
Can Machine-Produced Art Replace the Human Touch of Handmade Art?
Modern-day technology has bestowed upon us a myriad of wonderful innovations— most of which are created with the purpose of minimizing the time and effort it takes to make or do certain things. In other words, machines help us, whether at home or at work, with...
3 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Mosaic for Your Business Logo
As much as starting a business is about crunching numbers and figuring out its logistics, it also involves using art and creativity in the marketing process. This includes choosing the font of your official stationery, designing your website, and of course, coming up...
How to Apply for a Grant to Create Public Art
To consider yourself an artist, you must create some form of art. Whether you’re using oil paints to create the next masterpiece landscape or natural materials to make Ephemeral art, the materials can cost the artist money. If your artwork does require cashflow...
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