Importance Of Art Festivals

3 Aug 2022
By Deshal Shah

Art is the reflection of society and its culture. It adds essence to our monotonous life. Art gives us a different perspective for introspection and a broadened horizon for extrospection. Even if a person’s profession is not related to art, in one or the other way, he finds himself longing and ascribing to creativity for self-expression. With the evolving technology, many new forms of arts are coming up, each more expressive and relatable than the other.

Festivities are another way of breaking the monotony of our day to day lives. It gives us a chance to communicate with other members of the community, learn more about the history and participate in eliminating the pressing issues faced. It is a great opportunity to become a part of something meaningful, that can bring about a change. Such social gatherings have a positive impact on our personal lives as well as inspires our work as well.

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Art festivals have the advantages of both; art and festival. It has the sophistication of art and the fun of festivals. The participation of local artists is not just important but also necessary. It shows the shade of that place, and in turn the public engagement gives the artist, recognition. Art festivals also bring dead urban hubs to life by installing art or bringing in the community for an art project or celebrating the community values by using local materials.

Designers from different parts of the world are often invited, to bring in diversity and make it more popular. This also increases the density of participants. An interactive circle of activities is designed to include participants by the multidisciplinary designers. The art festivals are held beyond any discrimination, as most artists believe that, art is a way of bringing humans closer. Various themes are decided for the art festivals that take place annually to spread awareness and raise funds for a particular cause. The artists interpret these themes in their exhibits which broadens the perspective of the viewers. If the thoughts of the artist resonate, with that of the audience, chances are, that the artist may become commercially successful.

Art festivals are a mix of history and future, culture and trends; education and entertainment. These uplift the local communities and bring popularity to the designer newbies. These are important in the formation of a strong feeling of belongingness and thus, brings together the mankind to raise questions on the pertaining mediocrity and find solutions of the existing issues. Art brings out the humanity, that is often lost in our daily mechanical routines.