Creativity and the arts - topic vocabulary
- a collector's item/have collector value/ to auction off / to take pride of place
- a museum/gallery curator; make a living from art
- a masterpiece vs a sketch vs a doodle
- the score/OST of a movie
- to strike a chord / convey emotion
- I found the play/plot/performance utterly gripping / absolutely riveting
- to steal the show
- of exquisite (quality)/first-rate/flawless / out of this world / inimitable
- in a steady decline / inadequate / below par / shoddy /in shambles / defective / detrimental / worthless / a redeeming feature / overrated
- to have lasting value vs be a throwaway (image/photo/doodle/attempt at)
- to surpass / to outclass / to enhance / to streamline
- innate / inborn (talent)
- to brush up on / to hone (a skill) / be a bit rusty
Discuss:
1. In what ways does art play a part in your life? (what can be classified under the umbrella term of ART?)
2. Do you enjoy doodling or have you ever done a portrait or a landscape?
3. How good are you at taking (artistic-looking) photos? Do you fiddle around with a photo before you post it or can't be bothered to edit it? Can selfies be seen as art or just a bit of fun?
4. Are you keen on art exhibitions (be it painting, sculpture, photography, graffiti)?
5. What type of art would you consider having in your own home? (artistic medium, size, ideal placement)
6. What makes a movie scene absolutely exquisite?
7. Do you prefer live concerts or recorded music?
8. Should Art be taught in schools?
