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Close up portrait of a man. He is smiling, and has dark blue eyes that match his collared shirt. He looks friendly.

June 23, 2015
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Artist Interview: Jeffrey Brown

Comic Artist Jeffrey Brown discusses the art of comics, how it has changed as a medium, what comics are to him personally, the relationship between comics and fine-art, and more. Continue reading →

A chart distinguishing between high-brow and low-brow items such as clothes, furniture, useful objects, entertainment, and salads. "High-brow" and "low-brow" are represented by two faces, one with an elongated forehead and the other with a rather short forehead, respectively.

November 18, 2014
by Alex King
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High Art, Low Art, and the Status of Aesthetics

Philosopher Alex King discusses different modes of aesthetic appreciation, and the corresponding distinctions drawn between high art and low art. Continue reading →

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September 17, 2014
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The Problem of Elitism in Aesthetics

Why aren’t aestheticians talking about shipping? Bence Nanay discusses this and other problems of elitism in aesthetics. Continue reading →

Photograph of Roy T. Cook

March 5, 2014
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Interview with Philosopher & LEGO Sculptor Roy T. Cook

Is LEGO a legitimate art form? What are the advantages of sculpting with LEGO? Philosopher and LEGO sculptor Roy T. Cook answers these and more. Continue reading →