How can I become less ignorant about art?

Question

I've always admired artistic expression but don't oftend find the time to learn about art. What is the best way to edcuate yourself with limited time?

Answer 1

You could listen to Educational CD's while you drive to work. I found that I can get a good hour to hour and a half of eductional learning while I drive.

Answer 2

The best way to learn about any subject is through first hand experience. My mom always said "lack of exposure sometimes equals ignorance." So,the best way to brush upon any kind of art in a limited time frame is to experience art. Art buffs don't just think you see art but you experience it, whether it is sculptures, paintings, dance, music etc. you have to open you eyes, mind and heart to truly feel what the artist is trying to convey. Don't look at learning something new as a burden or challenge but rather as a privilege to increase your intellect and your stash of grab bag knowledge. If I were you I would visit any and all art geared venues, and exhibitions in my surrounding area, and if I were on a tight budget then I would certainly scope out the listings of free or discounted happenings in the culture or arts section of my local newspaper and then go down the list and visit as many as I could cram into my schedule. It is also, a good Idea to go straight to the source ask for explanations on artistic viewpoints or gray areas that you find, and lastly don't forget to try and get an eager to learn buddy to go along with you to remember what you forget! Well Good Luck!

Answer 3

Some art books seem writtten for those who already know alot. Find a book or website with a simplified "timeline" of the various major artistic movements. This will make a good basis for your education. Then, learn about the two or three major artists within each period, then maybe something about the two or three major works from each artist. This will give you a broad knowledge without being too overwhelming. You will also develop your own sense of likes and dislikes, and take it from there. Good luck!

Answer 4

One step at a time. One needn't have to spend inordinate amounts of time, but it would behoove one to perhaps prioritize so as to make the best use. You most likely have a keen interest in one or more areas or styles. Start with these and then try to imitate (if you are interested in drawing yourself). Drawing On The Right Side Of Your Brain is a fairly well-known publication on the subject. Museums are not just fantastic places to meet the fair sex; I hear there are some beautiful paintings there as well.

Answer 5

Go to a gallery !! See art first hand Is the Best.. Much More vibrant, Big, Colorful.. All the aspects make the art what it is.. See it yourself, see what you like, then study aspects of those artist's or pieces.

Answer 6

you can have whatever opinion you want about it. You are not ignorant, just less educated. The only way to know it though is to really study it and spend time. You could try talking to others that you trust to have good knowledge about art and then adopt their views and learn some art history from them.

Answer 7

When I go to museums, I try to buy these thin books/booklets, that introduces the art pieces maintained at the museum. They have pictures of the pieces, with very short descriptions.

I think these are good starting points. At least that is what I do to familiarlize myself a bit.

Answer 8

artnet.com is a good resource.

you have to make the time to learn anything.

go to a bookstore or library and just flip through the guides and start learning about the artists you like.

be sure to see lots of work in person, go to the best museum near you and spend time there.

Answer 9

Visit your local art center or museum...check the web site before you go and then seeing it will begin to reinforce your training.

It worked for me and now I can discuss a few styles and artist, at least.

Answer 10

Read a book about art. Visit an art gallery and talk to people about what you see.