visual arts
The term 'visual arts' encompasses a variety of creative disciplines focused on creating works that are primarily experienced through sight.
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Definition
B2General
(common)Art forms experienced primarily through sight, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and photography.
Example
- She studied visual arts at the university, specializing in sculpture.
- The museum's new exhibit features a range of visual arts from local artists.
C1Contemporary
(modern)Creative disciplines involving traditional and digital media to produce aesthetic experiences.
Example
- Digital photography has become an integral part of contemporary visual arts.
- Her work in visual arts includes both traditional painting and digital graphics.
C2Academic
(technical, academic)A broad category of creative disciplines focusing on the creation of images, objects, and environments that convey meaning and emotion.
Example
- The visual arts curriculum covers various techniques in both fine and applied arts.
- Art historians often analyze visual arts to understand cultural and historical contexts.
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