A Useful Definition of Art

Published: 9/13/2019
By: Seth Godin

“Art is a human activity. It is the creation of something new, something that might not work, something that causes a viewer to be influenced.”

Art uses context and culture to send a message. Instead of only a contribution of beauty or craft, art adds intent. The artist works to create something generous, something that will change us.

Art isn’t painting or canvas or prettiness. Art is work that matters.

It’s entirely possible that you’re an artist.

Everyone can be, if we choose.

Extracted from seths.blog