Theoretical Perspectives on Art

Theoretical perspectives on art explore its meaning, purpose, and impact. Formalism focuses on an artwork’s elements like color, shape, and composition. Expressivism considers art as a way to convey the artist’s emotions and ideas. Institutional theory sees art as what society recognizes and values as art, based on context and cultural norms. Feminist and social theories analyze how art reflects and influences power, identity, and social issues. Each perspective offers a different lens to understand and appreciate art’s significance, revealing its technical, emotional, cultural, and societal dimensions.