Art News
October 25th - International Artists Day
Art came about long before written works. Since the beginning of time, art has communicated ideas and kept records of important events.
Art offers a connection to the past.
Artists record our history. Through their work, artists tell stories and pass on traditions.
Artists have a unique way of connecting to the people around them.
In a world full of bad news, one of their most important roles is to offer messages of hope.
Ways to celebrate International Artists Day:
- Visit an art gallery or art exhibition
- Recreate a famous artwork
- Create an artwork of your own
- Try a new art medium
- Look through your favourite family photo albums
- Go on a scavenger hunt looking for public art (street art, sculptures)
- Do some photography on your phone or iPad
- Make a scrapbook
- Make a comic book
- Do some chalk drawing on the pavement
- Play a musical instrument
- Listen to your favourite musical artist
- Go to a concert
- Research or read about a famous visual or musical artist
- Support a local artist by visiting their studio or purchasing their work
- Paint some flowers growing in your garden
- Enter an art competition (The Zart Art 2023 student art prize is currently running)
