Philosophy of Art
Professor Helena Domenic
New Criticism and New Historicism
For our next assignment:
Can you think of an artist (musical, theatrical, visual, etc) who has said or done something hideous that you previously admired?
Who was the artist and what was it?
Did the artist’s words or deeds change the way you felt about that person’s work?
Is there ever a time when it is acceptable to consume (purchase, support, view) art from an artist who has done “bad things?”
If yes, explain why.
If no, explain why.
Consider the statement, “engaging critically with a work of art is completely different from endorsing the morality of the artist.”
Next, consider this statement: “our time is limited, we cannot devote equal critical attention to every work of art out there, and its reasonable for critics to curate their choices a little. ”
Do either of these statements change your answers to the questions above? If so, how and why?
Your paper should be 2 pages in length with cover page, answering each question in COMPLETE sentences, you may write as an essay if you wish, just be sure to answer ALL of the questions.
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