ARTO Movement

Yeah, you heard me. Think I’m joking? Nope. And no, I’m not just trying to get your attention. By the way, if you’re a successful artist, this article isn’t for you. I hate you. Go away. Now move along...… Still here? Alright, let me tell you why you should stop being an artist. Let's address the elephant in the room: as an artist, you suck. You're not exactly selling like nasi lemak. No matter how many paintings, sculptures, or prints you produce, they're just not flying off the walls. The occasional red dot on your artwork's nameplate might have felt like a victory, but let's face it, those moments were few and far between. So, what do you do? You keep pouring money into canvas, paint tubes, and brushes, convincing yourself it's an investment for the future. But in reality, your studio space is slowly turning into a dusty storage unit, filled with unsold creations that seem more like burdens than assets. And we're just talking about those random open-c...

Art has always captivated humanity for millennia – from the melodies of a symphony to the intricate and bold brushstrokes on a canvas. Art transcends language, it acts as a universal language of emotion, expression, and introspection. Art knows no bounds; it can be enjoyed by all. That’s the beauty of art. But have you ever wondered what art really is? Truth be told, there is no one definite definition of what art is. In my humble opinion, art can be anything but not everything . Why did I say so? For me, art can be anything that evokes emotions, sparks thoughts, or challenges perception. However, I also believe the statement ‘ art can be anything’ goes a bit too far. Why? Because for something to be considered art, there might be a need for intentionality. Let’s take cooking, for example. A beautifully plated dish is visually stunning, and the process of putting everything on the plate could be seen as a performance akin to a painter painting on canvas, is it necessarily art? I...