Authorial Intent / Authority vs. the Reader's Interpretation

Cloud · 06-05-2007, 01:42 PM

the intersection between art and perception is fascinating.

An artist creates something with an intent.

An art lover sees something different.

Who is correct?

I think it's a meeting of two perceptions. A skilled artist can create something that elicits a reaction, some emotion, some resonance in the viewer (or reader, in this case). A viewer brings his or her own experience, and feelings, and understanding, thereby adding something to the art.

Perhaps a genius can make something so perfect that the person experiencing it will only "get" the artist's original intent.

But I doubt it.

06-05-2007, 01:42 PM	#7
Cloud ... Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8,360	the intersection between art and perception is fascinating. An artist creates something with an intent. An art lover sees something different. Who is correct? I think it's a meeting of two perceptions. A skilled artist can create something that elicits a reaction, some emotion, some resonance in the viewer (or reader, in this case). A viewer brings his or her own experience, and feelings, and understanding, thereby adding something to the art. Perhaps a genius can make something so perfect that the person experiencing it will only "get" the artist's original intent. But I doubt it. __________________ "Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will. And outlive the bastards!"

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