Expression

This past Thursday, while on another fun trip planned by Professor Corrigan, we went to the Polk Museum of Art. This had been my first time to an actual art museum. There were so many paintings that definitely surprised me. The creativity of the paintings were so original and meaningful in their own way. Not only was a painting well put together and creative but there was also a sense of passion by the artist. I could feel that their was so much meaning and time put into each piece of art. Being able to really appreciate what these artists have put together was definitely, in a way, overwhelming. Walking through each exhibit changed me not only in how to react to each painting but also altered my overall view of art. Prior to this trip I had to interest in art but after past activities in the class I have learned to appreciate it more. Going to the Polk Museum of Art was the "icing on the cake" for me. It is such a outgoing and straight-forward way of expression for those who have a particular passion for art. The physical paint is only half of the art. There is so much meaning when one looks through the canvas.
Bono said, "There's no retirement for an artist, it's your way of living so there's no end to it." Ain't it the truth. It's a gift. It's a special talent.
The more and more one views it, studies it, and connects with art, he or she can really feel for what the artist is expressing in the work.
There is a need for more unity among people today and I feel that it can be found in art. There are many ways of doing this and art seems to be, by far, one of the most effective. I believe that art has the ability to express reality and communicate it to people and make people realize reality. This can allow people to really look into themselves and see who they really are and to make an impact in the life of another.