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Perceived value of art.

Useful TOK resource on the Arts including some very insightful and discussable definitions of Art. Kenneth Clark's definition of a Masterpiece is particularly relevant and challenging.

"Some museum exhibitions put up disclaimers about sex. Others warn about violence in their art. The impressive Andy Warhol show that opens today at the Corcoran Gallery of Art ought to begin with a big sign that reads something like this: "The following exhibition may cause depression or anxi"

To what extent is value in art determined by the viewer?

Perceived value of art

Who decides what art is?

"Dennis Hlynsky, a film and animation professor at the Rhode Island School of Design, creates videos at the intersection of art and science. Hlynsky transforms ordinary footage of birds and insects into ethereal illustrations by digitally tracing the paths they travel.   To see more work from Hlynsky, visit his Vimeo channel, which features over 90 beautiful videos. "

"Before his untimely death in 1987 at age 45, Cecil Youngfox had established himself as one of Canada's leading native artists, renowned for his vivid, sensitive images of native cultural traditions. Today, his strong, imaginative vision remains as strong as ever, drawing the respect and interest of private and public collectors throughout the world. Mr. Youngfox was born in 1942 in Blind River, Ontario of Ojibway and Metis parents. Among the many honours bestowed on him, Mr. Youngfox received the Aboriginal Order of Canada for his work in preserving his native heritage."

"Canadian photographer Christopher Moloney loves movies. For his latest photo series, "FILMography" Moloney explores his love of film in a really unique way.  Through careful analysis, he recreates iconic scenes from his favorite flicks, in their real world locations. How he does it though, is brilliant. Check it out."

A Gallery of "provocative artworks" that can be used for an additional exemplar gallery for the TOK Gallery Project.