When judging a sculpture or work of art
With what or where should you start
From bottom, top, front or behind
Looking for good or faults to find
Is it based on your first impression
Or on the details of its unfolding expression
Does it look the same up close or far away
Does it give the same feelings as yesterday
Or when seen in the future after wear
How against others does it compare
Does it look the same in the dark or morning light
When one is in love or after a fight
The same to the unschooled or educated critic
To the rich or poor or the cynic
Does it matter if seen by women or men
A child or forigners or who the creator has been
Is it influenced by your prejudiced beliefs
Or is its value simply on its own motifs
The answers to these questions are up to you
It's what's in your heart and mind that's true
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Author:
sorenbarrett (
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- Comment from author about the poem: Nietzsche in his book beyound good and evil states that truth must be found by examining it from all sides and angles
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Comments7
to thine own self be true before all others.
truth is a much undervalued commodity.
Thank you dusk so good to hear from you again your comments are always so welcome
Thank you dusk so good to hear from you your comments are always so welcome
What is true and being truthful is quite nuanced more so when applied to human interaction and is something assailed or corrupted when injustice and unrighteousness is committed.
Thank you so much crypticbard for you read and comment. Yes, unbelievably truth is a complicated and personal thing and something to wrestle with.
Good write S.
Thank you so much for your read and comment
You have expressed so beautifully, that truth is in the eye of the beholder. The last two lines are such a wonderful summation. You have weaved this poem so well, and the truth is that it's a definite fav.
Thank you so much Bella I so appreciate your kind comments
Such true words soren, I have spent hours in front of some artworks just becoming part of them.
Andy
Thank you Andy I deeply appreciate your review and kind words
Soren, Your poem delves into the subjective nature of art appreciation, highlighting the diverse factors that shape individual perceptions and evaluations of a work of art. It underscores that art interpretation is profoundly personal, influenced by unique experiences, emotions, and perspectives, thereby prompting reflection on the essence of art and the pivotal role of personal experiences, societal influences, and emotional states in art perception and valuation. It invites readers to examine their own emotions and biases when engaging with art, ultimately implying that the true value of art resides in individual interpretation.
Thank you so much. Yes that is my personal opinion on the value of art and I am sure others have theirs. You have understood well the intent of the poem.
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