folk art
noun
: the traditional decorative or utilitarian art of the people that is often an expression of community life and is distinguished from academic or self-conscious or cosmopolitan expression
Along with exhibits showcasing such folk art as quilts, jewelry and toys, visitors learn about the influence of folk art on contemporary art through tours, programs, symposia and art workshops.—
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This focus on metrics can push creators away from authentic expression, a crucial attribute of folk art, and instead toward content optimized for algorithmic success, often at the expense of originality and sincerity.
—Ruby Justice Thelot, ARTnews.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Dia de Muertos The intrigue: The Latin American cultural celebration honoring those who have passed comes to Detroit-Shoreway Saturday with live music, Latin cuisine and folk art.
💭 Our thought bubble: See it.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
The festival presents the lowrider as an American folk art, intrinsic to Hispanic heritage.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 10 Oct. 2024
Celebrate Cincinnati’s unique Appalachian heritage with music, storytelling, literary performances, dancing, folk art, food, pie contest and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 29 Sep. 2024
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Ruby Justice Thelot, ARTnews.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Dia de Muertos The intrigue: The Latin American cultural celebration honoring those who have passed comes to Detroit-Shoreway Saturday with live music, Latin cuisine and folk art.
💭 Our thought bubble: See it.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
The festival presents the lowrider as an American folk art, intrinsic to Hispanic heritage.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 10 Oct. 2024
Celebrate Cincinnati’s unique Appalachian heritage with music, storytelling, literary performances, dancing, folk art, food, pie contest and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 29 Sep. 2024
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“Folk art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/folk%20art. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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