Art

Art is the purposeful creation or arrangement of elements—such as color, form, sound or movement—by which a person expresses ideas, emotions or experiences, typically valued for its aesthetic, communicative or evocative power. Types of art Visual Arts The creation of works meant primarily for the eye. Visual artists use materials like paint, clay, metal or digital pixels to craft images or forms that convey beauty, emotion or ideas. Examples include painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and installations. Performing Arts Ephemeral, live expressions staged in front of an audience. Performers use their bodies, voices or instruments to tell stories, evoke emotions or explore movement. This category covers theater, dance, music performance, opera, musical theatre and performance art. Applied & Decorative Arts Functional objects designed with an intentional aesthetic. Practitioners blend utility and beauty in everyday items—graphic designers craft visual messages, fashion designers ...