Why Art Is Important?

There are numerous reasons why art is vital within the world today and always. But just in case there might be any doubts as to whether it is, here are 4 reasons why, in our humble opinion, art is essential to the world.

1. We are naturally artistic

The capacity for humans to naturally conceive up artistic creations, and how those artworks inspire and motivate us, continues to be the basis of various studies and discussions about the origin of music and other arts. It would seem our very DNA is coded to make and appreciate art. That can be the only logical explanation of why toddlers draw on walls, play in their food, and react to music, even without being taught those things. Besides, everyone has some artistic thread, albeit it’s not with one among the recognized arts (music, visual, fine arts, etc.). Artistry can be portrayed in so many ways, including how you pair your clothes, how hair is styled, pastry making and cooking, and how people organize their surroundings.

2. Art crosses all divides

Whether in physical or intangible form, works of art can often easily be understood by people from different social, cultural, and political backgrounds. It’s one of the reasons why music is referred to as a musical language. Also, through observation of artifacts and artworks and the messages encoded in literature, music, and poetry, it is possible to gain insight and understanding of other people’s history and present-day realities.

3. Art is good for you

From beautifying the surroundings to alleviate stress and discomfort, art is essential for physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Music, for example, is increasingly used by people to battle depression and other mental illnesses. For art creators, including musicians, dancers, painters, and writers, creating or performing a piece of art is a cathartic experience that also provides a sense of achievement. Numerous studies are showing how people feel better whether by creating art or by consuming it or by simply being in the presence of something art-related.

4. It allows self-expression and self-awareness

For art creators, sometimes, the only way to express a feeling or thought is to immerse in the process of bringing something into being. For others, mental clarity on a specific situation only comes about after indulging in something artistic. Also, art can help you to discover and understand things about yourself that you never recognized before. Finally, including skills in your daily life can help you become better at something that might not be considered remotely artistic.