Malloy Thesis Statement

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Artworks have played an indelible work to the lives of humanity. The creative nature in Artists is a complex matter to define. The uncertainties in the intrinsic nature in art lay difficult aspects that can only be answered by values, themes and skills depicted in an artist artwork. Apart from playing the intricate psychological effect on humans, the artworks have been used as a tool of expression that has been revered and uniquely preserved for future generation. Among some of the most revered modern forms of artwork has included Chicano Art that had a core relationship to Las Carpas, Indigenismo, rascuachismo and other forms of performance art.

Art is not always pleasant, but neither is society. Art and society have a reflective relationship with one another. During social, religious, and political controversy, artists such as Frida Kahlo incorporated imagery into their portraits of society which are often disturbing to the viewer. The role of an artist often includes acting as a social critic, to show us aspects of our cultural landscape that are unpleasant. In this manner, the art acts as a commentary on the negative aspects of Western civilisation. During the thirties and forties, Kahlo incorporated the hidden realities of economic and social depression into her works.

Some of the most redefining and revolutionary moments in the history of man socially, have been catalyzed by use of art. Throughout the age’s music, imagery and poetry have been a fundamental tool in reaching out to the masses to condemn vices, motivate people and bring awareness. One cannot underestimate the impact that art has in influencing and communicating an idea to the people. Art is an integral ingredient in the cohesion and integration of any society. Through poetry, the poet is able to put across a message that resonates in the minds of the reader in an artistic manner that ultimately triggers a response. Art is therefore a force to reckon with in the transformation of a society or a regime.

I do not feel that Phillip Malloy’s free speech rights were violated. There are multiple reasons for this. Philip was not singing to be patriotic, but instead to annoy his teacher Ms. Narwin. He was also warned multiple times to give the national anthem “quiet respect”. Once Phillip was in the principle’s office Phillip was even given a chance to apologize to his classmates for disturbing them during the national anthem, but he refused. These three facts are why Phillip Malloy’s free speech rights weren’t violated, and he was only singing to create a disturbance.

Art has been a popular medium for public outcry, change and propaganda regarding issues relevant to war and suffering for hundreds of years. German expressionist Kathe Kollwitz and Spanish cubist Pablo Picasso are two artists who through their artwork have engaged with mass audiences and conveyed their own personal ideologies, emotions and beliefs on issues relevant to their world.

Vasari, an artist, and well known writer provides the reader with a detailed view inside the lives of artists across history. His view takes the reader on a journey through the struggles of these renowned artists. Vasari describes each painting as if they are narratives ready to come off the walls. Three artists that Vasari takes a great liking to are the artists Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael of Urbino, and Michelangelo Buonarroti. Vasari’s words for these artists come off as endearing and appreciative. To Vasari these were more than just artists, they were inventors and contributors to society as we know it.

In this experimental investigation, Malloy (2016) the conductor of the experiment, wants to test children’s recantation of adult wrongdoing. Specifically, how often children recant the truth about adult wrongdoings after disclosing and whether children’s age and caregivers supportiveness predict recantation.

…to all of my peers at the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop. Your honest evaluations of my songs over the past thirty years have helped to form the backbone of my craft. From

Art gives voice to those that cannot speak and is a tool used to combat inequality. In particular, visual art such as murals represents more than just art on a wall but rather the struggle for

Art is a catalyst of change. It can confront both social and political issues as well as providing people with a creative outlet in which they can express their innermost thoughts and feelings - but what effect can art have on our society as a whole? Artists today have the unique ability to connect with people in a creative, innovative way that they can understand and interpret themselves. With this ability, artists are able to express their own views as well as influencing the views of others. Art is an immense part of our world – so much so that we barely even consider its impact upon us – but just how significant is the work of artists in our modern day society?

What makes an artist so powerful? Is it their upbringing? Their family background? The struggles they faced in their life? Two highly influential artist of the twenty first century can attest to the statement that although many artists depict their lives and struggles in their works, the most fundamental quality that makes an artist achieve a international status is being able to revolutionize art, by creating their own unique style. Keith Haring and Jean- Michel Basquiat’s works are both considered revolutionary because as youths both artists applied their knowledge of art to creating new styles of art. These works would soon become known their trademark styles.

Definition. There exists a cornucopia of terminology when it comes to activism realized through the arts. Among them are: “social practice” (which circumvents the method of engagement); “socially engaged art”; “arts activism”; “social justice art”; “community-based art”; etc. (Dewhurst, 2010; Helguera, 2011). Although many of these terms can be used interchangeably, for the sake of consistency this paper will refer to this practice as “socially engaged arts,” or SEA. As Dewhurst aptly outlines, “Despite these various names, this work often shares a commitment to create art that draws attention to, mobilizes action towards, or attempts to intervene in systems of inequality or injustice” (2010, p.1). Platt (2010) places singular emphasis on the artist who is “committed to engaging contemporary political issues…convinced of the urgent necessity to use the power of art…to make visible what is kept invisible…” (p. xiv). The work of the participants of SEA is one half to a whole for creating arts, the other half being the audience participation and feedback. As Shank (2004) alleges, the two main strategies for presenting SEA to audiences are targeting powerful organizations and constituents, or powerless organizations and constituents (p. 539). Platt’s vision of the lone artist is better utilized for global exposure with powerful audiences to react to injustices made visible, however this paper will focus primarily on engaging audiences who are marginalized.

One of the reasons art is celebrated around the world is because of its distinct ability to bring people together. Look at monuments, flags, posters, anthems; all of these are used to promote unity. When individuals approach international issues, they often feel alone and insignificant. Artist and global activist, Olafur Eliasson, contends, “This is where art can make a difference. Engaging with a good work of art can connect you to your senses, body, and mind. It can make the world felt. And this felt feeling may spur thinking, engagement, and even action” (Olafur, par. 1). Throughout history, there have been dozens of examples of art uniting people to think, engage, and act to resolve international conflicts. One of the most profound examples was music’s role in the movement to end apartheid. Not only did music unite South African blacks during a time of tremendous hardship, it drew the attention and support of the international community and brought an end to the oppression.

Art can kill and art can heal. Movies have the power to affect people's thoughts, monuments can cause conflict with certain groups, digital art bends the rules of aesthetics and influences society today, and music is the key to bringing communities together and is credible for informing the world of our unnoticed issues. In the article “10 artists who tackle social issues of today,” it talks about artists who change the way people think about certain social issues. Art is the most effective mode of communication because it affects our emotions, the way we think about things, and gives us different views of certain topics. (John Dewey) Movies effects racism, global warming, and politics, monuments can affect people’s views on a country or state,and digital art plays a factor in our emotions, moods, and thoughts.