10-21-2009, 01:49 PM
That's a good point to make:
Even if the production of art is limited, the interpretation of art may not be, because the interpretation varies with the circumstances of the viewer. To fully appreciate an item of art, wouldn't you have to experience it in a variety of circumstances? e.g., some music I dislike if I'm just sitting there listening to it but it's great to play games or drive to. Similarly, movie soundtracks that go great with the movie can be pretty dull if you're just listening to it without the movie. Or a picture that says nothing to me right now might have significance to me later. Circumstances of encountering the art change perception of the art, therefore perhaps we should say that art is only limited by your ability to find new circumstances in which to experience it.
Even if the production of art is limited, the interpretation of art may not be, because the interpretation varies with the circumstances of the viewer. To fully appreciate an item of art, wouldn't you have to experience it in a variety of circumstances? e.g., some music I dislike if I'm just sitting there listening to it but it's great to play games or drive to. Similarly, movie soundtracks that go great with the movie can be pretty dull if you're just listening to it without the movie. Or a picture that says nothing to me right now might have significance to me later. Circumstances of encountering the art change perception of the art, therefore perhaps we should say that art is only limited by your ability to find new circumstances in which to experience it.