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Basics - Art Gallery Etiquette
For many college and university
students, the opportunity to go someplace to appreciate some of the finest work
by this world's finest artists is an absolute joy.
For others, however it is a
perplexing and unrewarding experience. Here are some common questions answered
in order to provide some perspective on what makes going to the gallery so
rewarding and how to make it an enjoyable experience.
What am I supposed to see in a painting
Art has its own language, so
instead of merely "looking" at a work of art, attempt to "experience" it. The
Language of Art consists of color, line, space and texture. All of these
elements are used by the artist to make a statement, or to create some kind of
mood or express something the artist is feeling.
In experiencing a work of art, one
needs to try and read the language of the painting, just as one would try and
read a book or a magazine.
