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What is the meaning of 'les canons de beauté'?
Standards of beauty.
What is the meaning of 'les beaux-arts'?
Fine arts.
What is the meaning of 'une perspective'?
A perspective / point of view.
What is the meaning of 'défier'?
To defy / contest or dispute.
What is the meaning of 'soutenir'?
To support.
What is the meaning of 'un critique'?
A critic.
What is the meaning of 'une exposition d’art'?
An art exhibit.
What is the meaning of 'émouvant'?
(Emotionally) moving.
What is the meaning of 'créer'?
To create.
What is the meaning of 'représenter'?
To represent.
What is the meaning of 'les arts visuels'?
Visual arts.
What is the meaning of 'subventionner'?
To fund or subsidize.
What is the role of art in society?
Art reflects and challenges cultural norms, acting as a mirror and pushing boundaries.
What does street art represent?
Street art often represents youth culture expressing modern ideas and challenging traditional views.
What is the significance of the Leonard Cohen mural in Montréal?
It honors a cultural icon, showing how art can celebrate and preserve cultural heritage.
What was revolutionary about the Impressionist movement?
It broke academic rules, painted realistic scenes of modern life, and aimed to capture a different way of seeing the world.
How did Impressionism democratize art?
By portraying the lives of the working and middle class, making art more accessible to everyone.
What is a key characteristic of major art movements?
They often build on or react against previous styles, questioning the aesthetic of the preceding movement.
How can art reflect cultural norms?
Art translates experiences across time and space, promoting shared values within a society.
How can art challenge cultural norms?
Art questions established opinions and breaks rules, encouraging the development and acceptance of new ideas.
What impact did Impressionism have on standards of beauty?
Impressionism created new standards for beauty and appreciation of everyday life, moving away from traditional academic ideals.
What is the cultural significance of public art?
Public art invites viewers to consider different perspectives and engage with art in accessible, everyday settings.
What is the relationship between art and society?
Art and society have a reciprocal relationship. Art reflects society's values and norms, while also challenging and shaping them.
What is the role of art in preserving cultural heritage?
Art can celebrate and preserve cultural heritage by honoring cultural icons, depicting historical events, and maintaining traditional art forms.
What is the meaning of 'les canons de beauté'?
Standards of beauty.
What is the meaning of 'les beaux-arts'?
Fine arts.
What is the meaning of 'une perspective'?
A perspective / point of view.
What is the meaning of 'défier'?
To defy / contest or dispute.
What is the meaning of 'soutenir'?
To support.
What is the meaning of 'un critique'?
A critic.
What is the meaning of 'un spectateur'?
A spectator.
What is the meaning of 'émouvant'?
(Emotionally) moving.
What is the meaning of 'inspirant'?
Inspiring.
What is the meaning of 'créer'?
To create.
What is the meaning of 'représenter'?
To represent.
What is the meaning of 'subventionner'?
To fund or subsidize.