11. Art & Ethics 1

There are several places in art that intersect with ethical questions, and they're all worth consideration and discussion. The first asks directly if the creation and promotion of art is, in itself, an ethical or moral endeavor. Next, one must ask if we can enjoy a work of art, while overlooking the moral faults of its creator. Then there's the ethics of art in the market place, and the creation of art as stunt, rather than a more intellectual or wholesome pursuit. Then there's copying, plagiarism, and forgery. And then, there's the ethics of art restoration.

I will be addressing all these concerns in future lessons if you check back here later.