Expression--Vanessa

According to the Cambridge Dictionary art is the making of ​objects​, ​images​, ​music​, etc. that are beautiful​ or that ​express​ ​feelings​. I believe art is anything that allows you to express yourself. It is another tool that can be used to have your voice heard. Typically when one hears the word art, a Picasso piece might come to mind, but it is important to understand the other forms that define “art”. Personally, I believe art is all about expressing your soul and mind. Whether it be through paintings, poetry, dance, or drama if a message gets across to an audience, that should be considered art. Anyone can be an artist. At a point in one’s life, they have become an artist. Anything from a simple sketch on the side of your math homework to a poem you had to write about yourself in middle school, can all be seen as sentimental expressions. Art is also a way inner creativity can be shown. One person might not be the best at verbally expressing their feelings, but what if they have a passion for painting, they can still spread a message. Art allows people to describe what they are feeling or describe who they are through a piece that embodies their emotions. A message will always be sent through art and whoever sees the piece then has the chance to interpret it. Interpretation, another thing about art that is so powerful and essential. What's unique about paintings, plays, poems, etc is that everyone takes in the art differently and creates their own meaning. How you interpret art can also reflect how your mind works.
One category that should be associated with the term art more often is fashion. I know some people who use fashion to express themselves and I know others have fun and enjoy picking a “style”. The style people have is often an expression of personality. There are many terms that describe style such as edgy, sophisticated, relaxed, etc. What’s important to note is that those words can also describe personalities. Noticeably, not everyone uses fashion to express themselves, but it is a form of art. For example, fashion shows can be compared to art galleries, poetry slams and plays in the sense that all events are using art to express a message. According to Temitope Dare, a Northeastern contributor, fashion is what makes people feel more creative and accomplished. If you think about it, any type of art can agree with Dare’s definition in that it helps people feel creative and accomplished. Everyone has some type of creative side and it is important to show that to the world. Not only is creating art therapeutic, it can also boost confidence. Once you create something that you are proud of and make it available for others to see, it will increase self esteem and help diminish self-doubt. As we move forward, it is important to stop and recognize art in whatever form it comes in, because you never know what impact it can have on your life.
Sources:
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/art https://www.hercampus.com/school/northeastern/fashion-form-expression