Functions and Philosophical Perspectives of Art

Functions and Philosophical Perspectives of Art
Personal Function of Art
The personal functions of art are varied and highly subjective. Its functions depends on
the artist who created the art. Here are some:
1. Emotional Connection: Art has the power to evoke strong emotional responses. It
may connect with a person's sentiments, allowing them to explore, understand,
and express their emotions.
2. Self-Reflection: Art can act as a mirror, allowing people to reflect on their own
ideas, experiences, and identities. It provides an opportunity for self-discovery
and introspection.
3. Inspiration & Motivation: Many individuals look to art for inspiration. Whether it's
visual arts, literature, or music, creative works can inspire people to achieve their
goals, overcome obstacles, and discover new perspectives.
4. Therapeutic Value: Creating or experiencing art can be therapeutic. Engaging
with art can help you relax, cope with trauma, or simply find refuge and comfort.
5. Escapism: Art offers an escape from reality. Individuals can utilize art to enter
new worlds, whether through literature, movies, or visual arts, providing a
momentary respite from the responsibilities of daily life.
6. Identity Expression: For some, creating or enjoying art is a way to express and
affirm their individuality. It can be used to share one's principles, views, and
personal narrative.
7. Memory and nostalgia: Art has the ability to elicit memories and emotions
connected with certain eras and places. Certain artworks may be strongly rooted
in human experiences, functioning as a sentimental memory of the past.
8. Personal Growth: Engaging with challenging or thought-provoking art can aid in
personal development. It may help people to challenge their ideas, widen their
viewpoints, and get a better understanding of themselves and the world.
9. Joy and Pleasure: Art, in its different forms, has the power to elicit joy and
pleasure. Art, whether in the form of visual art, music, or literature, can bring
happiness and satisfaction.
10. Communication With Others: Art can be used to communicate with others by
connecting people through common aesthetic choices, cultural allusions, or
emotional experiences.
Social Function
Art is considered to have a social function if and when it addresses a particular

collective interest as opposed to a personal interest. Art may convey message of
protest, contestation, or whatever message the artist intends his work to carry. Political
art is a very common example of an art with a social function. Art can also depict social
conditions such as photography (pictures of poverty). Performance art like plays or
satires can also rouse emotions and rally people toward a particular end.
1. Cultural Reflection: Art functions as a mirror, reflecting a society's cultural values,

beliefs, and customs. It maintains and communicates cultural heritage, helping
communities to remain connected to their past.
2. Social Commentary and Critique: Many artists utilize their work to make social
and political statements, as well as critique societal standards. Art has the ability
to question the current quo, promote awareness, and spark societal change.
3. Community Building: Art can bring people together and develop a sense of
community. Shared artistic experiences, whether through festivals, exhibitions, or
performances, help people build a collective identity and understand one other.
4. Education and awareness: Art is an effective tool for educating and raising
awareness on a variety of issues. It may express complicated ideas, historical
events, and societal concerns in an understandable and interesting manner.
5. Cultural Diversity and Inclusion: Art celebrates diversity by presenting a variety of
viewpoints, traditions, and voices. It helps to overcome cultural divides and
fosters tolerance by emphasizing the diversity of human expression.
6. Social Healing and Therapy: Art may serve a therapeutic function in society by
allowing individuals and communities to heal from trauma, express feelings, and
cope with challenging situations.
7. Identity Formation: Art helps individuals and groups establish and express their
identities. It enables people to discover and proclaim their cultural, ethnic, and
personal identities, promoting a sense of belonging.
8. Public Space Enhancement: Public art installations, sculptures, and murals help
to enhance the aesthetics of public locations. They can also act as landmarks,
instilling a feeling of place and identity in the neighborhood.
9. Social rituals and traditions: Art is frequently incorporated into social rituals,
celebrations, and traditions, increasing the cultural value of these occasions. It
can enhance the emotional and symbolic aspects of community practices.
10. Economic Impact: The art sector, which includes visual arts, performing arts, and
creative industries, helps to drive economic development. It boosts employment,
tourism, and cultural capital, benefiting both local and global economies.
11. Political Expression: Throughout history, art has served as an effective means of
political expression. It can be used to transmit political messages, question
authority, and promote social justice.
12. Social empowerment: Art has the capacity to empower individuals and
marginalized populations by giving them a platform to express themselves. It has
the potential to magnify underrepresented people's experiences and viewpoints.
Physical Function
The physical functions of art can be found in artworks that are crafted in order to serve
some physical purpose. Architecture, jewelry-making, interior design all serves physical
functions.
OTHER FUNCTIONS OF ART
 Music was principally used for dance and religion.

 The ancient world saw music as an instrument to facilitate worship and
invocation to gods.
 Music was essential for synchronicity of dancers.
 Music guarantees that warriors were simultaneous.
 Today, music has expanded its functions and coverage.
 There is a lot of music that has no connection to dance or religion.
Example: Serenade – People compose hymns to express feelings and
emotions.
 Music is also used as accompaniment to stage plays and motion pictures
 Sculptures have been made by man most particularly for religion.
 In the Roman Catholic world, the employment of sculptures for religious
purposes has remained vital, relevant, and symbolic
 Rizal and Bonifacio’s monument and commemorative coins (Pope Francis)
 Architecture may be the most prominent functional art.
 Unlike other forms of art, buildings take so much time to erect and destroy.
 One cannot dismiss taking into consideration the function of a building before
construction.
 It is also in architecture where one can find the intimate connection of function
and form.

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Personal Function of Art

Art is considered to have a social function if and when it addresses a particular

1. Cultural Reflection: Art functions as a mirror, reflecting a society's cultural values,

 Music was principally used for dance and religion.

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