Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
What is the purpose of art?
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The purpose of art is communication

This position holds that the purpose of art is communication. Its arguments observe that people use art to tell stories from myth to everyday life, to advertise and market products, and to spread political and social messages that build consensus and drive change.

Supporting arguments · 3

  1. People use art to tell narratives
    People use art to tell a story, either to describe one moment or a sequence of events. Since very early in history, people told stories using pictures.
  2. People use art for commercials and marketing purposes
    Businesses can make use of art to promote their products and services and establish connections with customers. Visuals strengthen the connections and help customers remember the products and the company.
  3. People use art for political and social change
    People use art to communicate messages for social and political purposes. Art helps raise awareness on current societal problems, bring people together, and encourage political engagement