Learning Unit Objectives:
- Examine methods for evaluating qualities of art, such as product versus process, the difference between craft and fine art, must art be archival, and what is an aesthetic reaction.
- Explore the notion of food as an art-form.
- Consider cultural differences in the production and consumption food.
Artifact: Food research
The point of this weeks unit was to think about if and how food could be considered an art form. We were asked to find outside sources online that discussed both perspectives of this argument and how it related to the arguments in that weeks readings. The biggest point that I got out of the unit from that week is that on one side people view food as something that is made in a process and in that sense is referred to as a craftsmanship, where as if it were a form of art it would be able to portray an idea or tell a story.
For myself that assignment was a really fun one to partake in, because I came to see and understand how food cannot be considered an art form, contrary to what my personal perspective is. I did not change how I felt about viewing food as an art form, but I was very open and understanding to other students perspectives and arguments with my opinion on the questions and objectives for this unit.
This unit gave me a lot to consider in the future when it comes to art and perspective of others. I think that it is easy to get offended or angry when someone doesn’t agree with the way that you think, even if you feel you she portrayed your opinion and argument clearly. It is better to hold your opinion to a high standard, but also keep an open mind to why someone would have a point of view different than yours. Especially when it comes to products like art. We all have different perspectives and appreciation for art and what art is, and no perspective I think is right or wrong, what is more important is why a person feels that way.