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What does it mean?
Artists provide evidence for us to consider rather than final answers.
In plain terms
Artists show evidence, not conclusions.
What can you take from it?
Let art invite your own interpretation.

Where it applies

  • viewing art
  • creating art
  • critical thinking

Putting it to work

  • interpreting art personally
  • creating without pressure
  • discussion

Questions to consider

  • What evidence does art offer you?
  • How do you derive meaning?

Another view

Artists sometimes intend to convey specific messages.

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