Unit 2 Identity

What does a person do when he lives in a time when his talents do not correspond to his own? The concept of “identity” is seen as a set of distinctive or structural features, but in fact as a “construction” of identity. Because cultural identity is seen as a reconstitution of identity, the different identities in the art field are no longer simply occupations. As BODY OF ART describes, “identity” encompasses a variety of personal characteristics, including gender, cultural background, and so on. It can be a way to heal the soul, enrich people’s conversation after dinner, and improve people’s taste and interest in life. When it comes to contemporary art, many people think it is unreadable, but in fact, when we quietly view it, we can find that it is based on the realistic context of contemporary culture and emphasizes the relevance of real life. We are given names and nationalities from birth, and traditional artists have often used “heroic” narratives to express their identified identities, such as Greek sculpture, which accurately portrayed the human form and defined the aesthetic, even as many elements have influenced modern aesthetics. As the art world is changing, multiculturalism has become a trend that disguises racism, sexism, and a host of other issues that seem to solve the problem of identity, and a new generation of artists who want to move beyond the label of identity must create art that is more thematic and breaks away from previous stylistic traits. Exploring from the theme of identity has made many artists find themselves on the path of exploring art. Even though there are many dimensions of identity, as time goes on, it will fade away and artists will start to create more thematically diverse art again, so identity will also change, whether it occupies an important place in contemporary art or modern art, and it is worthwhile to continue exploring and learning.

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  1. You are understanding the main point of the essay–that identity is constructed, or influenced by context and culture. Many of the points you raise are interesting, however, seem to have nothing to do with the material in the essay or the artwork. Use quotes and choose artwork that supports the ideas in the essay so I know you have read and understood the material.

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