Roger Fry

Roger Fry was a British painter and art critic who significantly influenced the philosophy of art in the early 20th century. He emphasized the importance of aesthetic experience—how we perceive and feel about art—over mere content or representation. Fry advocated for formalism, focusing on form, color, and composition as key to appreciating art's value. He believed that art should be appreciated for its intrinsic qualities rather than its relation to reality or social issues, shaping modern art criticism and highlighting the subjective nature of aesthetic value. Fry's ideas encourage a deeper engagement with art's visual elements.