Art is in a perpetual state of reinvention, but some core principles remain. One of those principles is that there are seven different forms of art. Here is just a brief guide to the seven forms of art you can find today.
Theater
Theater has been an art for a long time, its roots tracing back to the amphitheaters of the Ancient Greeks. Theatrical performance has existed since early people would reenact stories of heroism around the fire. The act of performance and theater continues today worldwide, from Broadway to kids' mock stages.
Painting
Painting is one of the most storied forms of art as, unlike theater, paintings stand the test of time. Painting is multifaceted as there are many different modes of painting, styles, and genres. There is a rich history to painting, and artists will continue to produce magnificent pieces for the rest of time.
Music
Music is an art form that has existed for ages, but we have only been able to record it for the last hundred or so years. Music has many genres and styles, sometimes one person's voice and other times an entire orchestra with over a hundred instruments. Today, music is everywhere, and we can enjoy musical pieces live or on the go.
Sculpture
Sculpture is a great art form because it was one of the first different forms of art where artists could fully replicate the human body. Sculpture has roots almost as long as painting and can similarly come in many different shapes and sizes. There is a multitude of mediums and styles of sculpture for people to enjoy.
Cinema
Cinema is a relatively new art form compared to the rest of this list of seven forms of art, dating back to 1891. It has left an undeniable impact on the world in the short time it has been around, advancing to heights previously unimagined. The technology behind cinema has grown exponentially and shows no signs of stopping, meaning that it might be the art form with the most room left to develop.
Literature
Literature is a spoken or written art form using language, of course! It’s comprised of many different forms of writing, including fiction, non-fiction, essays, poems, plays, biographies, and more forms. Every language has literature, and it can be as simple as something pleasurable to convey an emotion or experience or something more complex to critique society.
Architecture
Architecture is one of the most magnificent art forms as it has both great utility and artistic potential. On top of this, architecture can be so grand that it can feel imposing to the viewer. Works ranging from Stonehenge to the Sydney Opera House make viewers feel small as they gaze upon the magnificent art form.
This was only a brief guide to the seven types of art, but within each form, there is a whole history and depth of works. If you're interested in the sculpture art form, look into these bronze bulldog statues for sale from Jesse Nusbaum. It will surely impress any guest and leave your home feeling full of life.
