Art & Culture

20 words

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   cultural preservationnoun phrase/ˌkʌltʃərəl prɪˈzɜːvəʃən/

   Efforts and actions to keep and protect cultural traditions, heritage, and practices for future generations.

   “The village launched a project for cultural preservation of its weaving techniques.”

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   creative economycollocation/kriˈeɪtɪv ɪˈkɒnəmi/

   The part of the economy based on creative activities such as design, film, music, advertising and digital media.

   “The creative economy has become an important source of jobs for young professionals.”

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   fine artsnoun phrase/ˌfaɪn ˈɑː(r)ts/

   Art forms such as painting, sculpture and drawing; also a field of study at university.

   “She decided to study fine arts at university because she loved painting.”

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   art marketnoun phrase/ˈɑː(r)t ˌmɑː(r)kɪt/

   The market for buying and selling works of art; the economic system around art trade.

   “Prices in the art market can soar after a famous auction.”

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   cultural renaissancecollocation/ˈkʌltʃərəl rɪˈneɪsəns/

   A period of renewed interest and flourishing in arts and culture within a society or region.

   “After years of decline, the town experienced a cultural renaissance with new galleries and theatres opening.”

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   visual culturenoun phrase/ˌvɪʒuəl ˈkʌltʃər/

   The ways images and visual media shape and reflect society, including film, advertising and design.

   “Advertising and social media are important parts of contemporary visual culture.”

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   arts councilnoun phrase/ɑːts ˈkaʊnsl/

   an organisation (often government-funded) that distributes funding and develops policy for the arts

   “The local arts council awarded a grant to the community theatre.”

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   cultural enrichmentnoun phrase/ˌkʌltʃərəl ɪnˈrɪtʃmənt/

   The process or result of making someone's cultural life richer, for example through exposure to art, music and traditions.

   “Exchange visits provide valuable cultural enrichment for students.”

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   aesthetic valuenoun phrase/iːsˈθetɪk ˈvæljuː/

   the perceived beauty or artistic worth of an object, artwork, or space

   “Even if a building is old, its aesthetic value can justify restoration.”

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    art patronagenoun phrase/ˈɑː(r)t ˈpætrənɪdʒ/

    Financial or institutional support given to artists or artistic projects by patrons, sponsors or institutions.

    “Renaissance art thrived under wealthy art patronage from nobles and the church.”

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    cross-cultural dialoguenoun phrase/ˌkrɒsˈkʌltʃərəl ˈdaɪəlɒɡ/

    communication or exchange between different cultures aimed at mutual understanding

    “International festivals foster cross-cultural dialogue through music and food.”

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    performance venuenoun phrase/pəˈfɔːməns ˈvɛnjuː/

    a place where performances (music, theatre, dance) are held

    “The city invested in a new performance venue to attract touring companies.”

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    cultural appropriationnoun phrase/ˌkʌltʃərəl əˌprəʊpriˈeɪʃən/

    When people or groups use elements of another culture without permission or respect, especially where there is a power imbalance.

    “Some designers have been accused of cultural appropriation for using indigenous patterns in a fashion line.”

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    cultural landscapenoun phrase/ˈkʌltʃərəl ˈlændskeɪp/

    an area that shows the cultural practices, history or values of a community through its built and natural features

    “The old town is an important cultural landscape that attracts researchers and tourists.”

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    artist residencynoun phrase/ˈɑːtɪst ˈrɛzɪdənsi/

    a program or place where an artist lives and works for a set time to develop projects and exchange ideas

    “She spent six months at an artist residency in Kyoto to develop her new series.”

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    artistic freedomnoun phrase/ɑːˈtɪstɪk ˈfriːdəm/

    The right of artists to create and express ideas without undue censorship or interference.

    “Many filmmakers argue that artistic freedom is essential for experimental cinema.”

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    audience engagementnoun phrase/ˈɔːdiəns ɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/

    The level of attention, interaction and involvement that an audience has with a cultural event or artwork.

    “Museums use interactive exhibits to boost audience engagement.”

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    commissioned artworknoun phrase/kəˈmɪʃənd ˈɑːtwɜːk/

    An artwork created on commission — made for a client, organisation or public body under a contract or request.

    “The city commissioned a mural as part of its urban renewal project.”

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    artistic meritnoun phrase/ɑːˈtɪstɪk ˈmerɪt/

    The quality or value of an artwork judged by its creativity, technique and aesthetic significance.

    “Critics praised the film for its artistic merit despite its low box office returns.”

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    cultural commodificationnoun phrase/ˌkʌltʃərəl kəˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

    The process of turning cultural elements into commodities for sale or tourism, often degrading their original meaning.

    “Many critics argue that the cultural commodification of sacred rituals damages their significance.”