What is Art?

Art is probably one of the hardest things to define, but if I would have to define it, I would say that it is anything that causes someone to think about it, create an emotion, or simply appreciate it. 

Some behaviors that are associated with art are emotion, thinking, taking it in, feelings, appreciation and imagination. When dealing with art, any and every emotion is possible. Art can make you feel happy, sad, curious, or guilty. It's amazing to me that looking at something can make you feel so strongly about it and sometimes you don't even know why. When looking at art you might have to take some time to take it in. You might not understand what the artist is trying to communicate, if they are trying to say anything at all, but appreciation might not come right away.

There are many responsibilities that come with art. One of the main responsibilities, in my opinion, is to preserve the art that is already around you. Future generations will appreciate it and so will you. Also, you need to give art a chance. You don't have to always like it, but you should at least try it out and understand the concept or message, if there is one. Lastly, you should try something of your own. It will feel good after you're done to have something that you made to your name. And you never know, you may actually be a really good artist.

The hidden role that art plays in life, is that it affects each and every one of us every single day whether you know it or not. It could be in a classroom, at work, or just walking to Ping. The architecture that surrounds us everyday isn't even half of the art that affects us. Daily, you could see hundreds of different pieces of art and not even realize it. So next time you're just sitting in a room or walking down a street, look around and appreciate all the art that surrounds you.