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الأحد، 7 أغسطس 2016

African Art Is Great And Diverse

By Robert Moore


Art is a powerful medium of communication. Since time immemorial, Africans have been making award-winning art. There is a reason why Africa is called the continent of many variables. One of those reasons is African art. Artists from this continent will never cease to amaze. They have portfolios of powerful creations. They are ranked among the best artists in the world. Their works are showcased in exhibitions and forums all over the world.

In Africa, people have created things since the dawn of civilizations. In fact, this region is the cradle of mankind. Africans participated actively in the bronze and iron revolutions of the past. Therefore, one will find awesome creations of bronze, gold and silver in museums in Africa. A first time visitor should expect to see a lot. One will be amazed by past creations and by the current crop of artists.

The environment and culture of Africa are very rich. The continent's artists borrow heavily from the surrounding environment. There is a lot of inspiration in this beautiful continent. The music and dance inspire greatly. The wildlife is a source of wonder. There are many paintings and drawings that depict wild animals. Other sources of inspiration include architecture and human activity. Africans carve, paint and draw based on what they see and hear. Most artists also think outside the box.

There is a new generation of Africans who care much about the artistic side of life. They never cease to amaze with their creations. Actually, there are featured in top news channels because of their contributions to humanity. Modern art has borrowed heavily from Africa. There are techniques and procedures that have their roots in this continent. Trade and other interactions facilitate transfer of knowledge.

Africa artistry does not exist in isolation. Many foreign cultures have borrowed from it. In addition, it has borrowed from Europe, Asia and the Americas. In the past, trade, war and intermarriage facilitate exchange of ideas. In today's world, artists from different continents meet in international conferences and in the process, they exchange information. Knowledge transfer facilitates global progress.

The diversity of Africa is a well-documented fact. Therefore, there are diverse artistic creations. One will find Arabic, Chinese and European influences. The most predominant aspect is the indigenous African influence. This can be associated to the indigenous tribes of the continent. There are over 500 tribes in Africa. Each one has unique cultural and artistic inclinations. Some of the most influential artists are in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Those looking for award winning art should come to Africa. There is a lot of talent in this continent. Artistic thought seems ingrained in some young and old Africans. The school system natures talent. Because of good curriculum that emphasize arts and crafts, students grow to be well-rounded individuals. In addition, some cultures are made up of naturally artistic people.

Artists are important members of society. They represent everyday life in a powerful way. In Africa, art is an important aspect of life. Portrayal of the beauty of Africa on canvas will never cease to amaze. One will also love the depiction of traditional life. There are many Africa artistic forms. They include masks, paintings, drawings, and bronze castings.




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