"Artist" debate

[zgeniez]

its simple kincaid and ross = painters , not artists

So at what point does one procure the title artist? Does that mean you have to show proof of self expression? Has Kinkade or Ross ever painted a piece just for fun, or maybe to make a point? Something from the heart? If you and/or your team makes 500 prodo pieces in a month and you produce one individual piece...something from your heart....are you an artist, a crafter, or just a designer? Is a designer an artist?

Will someone define the roll of Artist?

[PyroChixRock]

art·ist Pronunciation Key (ärtst)
n.

1.One, such as a painter, sculptor, or writer, who is able by virtue of imagination and talent or skill to create works of aesthetic value, especially in the fine arts.

2. A person whose work shows exceptional creative ability or skill: You are an artist in the kitchen.

3. One, such as an actor or singer, who works in the performing arts.

4. One who is adept at an activity, especially one involving trickery or deceit: a con artist.

[Robert Mickelsen]

Thomas Kinkaid is an extremely commercial painter and his approach has been very successful. There are many Kinkaid clones. Two that come to mind are the "whale guy", http://www.wyland.com/ and the "tropical surfer guy" http://www.lassengallerymaui.com/, both of whom use the same marketing strategy that Kinkaid uses.

There are many similarities between these guys and Chihuly... and many differences as well. I can't stand the paintings but I actually like one or two of Chihuly's works.

- RAM

[Chris Carlson]

happy trees= art. ross rocks.