What is Art For? - Discussion 204 204 unread replies. 204 204 replies. What is Art For? Discussion Assignment What is Art For Discussions (5 Points) Due Wednesday September 28, 2016 1. Post your definitions of Art and of Human Values. 2. In a reading for this week: “What is Art For?” Ellen Dissanyake writes about her species-centered view of art indicating that there is a “valid and intrinsic association between what humans have always valued to be important , and certain ways – called the arts – that they have found to manifest, reinforce, and grasp this importance”. a - What did you take from this reading about how humans valued art from various periods and what do you believe is a valid definition of art today? b - Give your personal perspective from what you have read and what you have experienced viewing art in your environment. 3. In the reading, "The Nature of Art" by Stephanie Arnold she discusses definitions of art that encompass Music , Painting , Sculpture , Architecture , Dance, Literature , and Theatre . a - Using these definitions and discussions, discuss the differences and similarities among these various art forms. 4. Find or create an image of something that you value to be important and meaningful . Post the image and briefly explain how the image manifests, reinforces, and grasps this personal importance and meaning. 5. Post to at least 5 (five) of your fellow classmates postings. Remember - 1 - 3 sentence responses are not sufficient. Be comprehensive. Reply Reply to Main Discussion Replies are only visible to those who have posted at least one reply. .