This question came about after a discussion with a fellow artist on works we were looking at in a standard, mid-level gallery. I felt like some of the pieces seemed elevated and important because they dealt with political themes while also being quite nicely created and strong designs and colorful palettes. I mentioned that I thought if the same pi... See more
reddit.comDecorative Art vs. Important Art: How do you discern?
Narrative is so critical in art. Understanding why an artist made a certain decision (or just that a mysterious decision was in fact made) and that resonating with the viewer is a big part of what sets a piece apart as "important" or at least impactful. Although sometimes work can be over-explained, sometimes I think it's just as impactful for an a... See more