Also, we are not only talking about painting and...
art is technically useful
Art - The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power. The various branches of creative activity, such as painting, music, literature, and dance. Useful - able to be used for a practical purpose or in several ways. "The world could very much survive without the main form of arts, which is painting or sculpturing." While it may be able to survive without these types of arts, it does not mean they are not useful. Also, we are not only talking about painting and sculpting, art encompasses many forms, such as poetry, dancing, music, and also the traditionally thought of painting and sculpting. While it may reduce the beauty of some objects and give a dull background, it is not a necessary practice. Once again, the word useful does not imply necessary, it implies being of use to someone or some thing. Personally, I know people who's lives have been impacted by music and poetry, and have made them feel better when they were feeling down. This is one such use of Personally, I know people who's lives have been impacted by music and poetry, and have made them feel better when they were feeling down. This is one such use of art. All I need to do is provide one other example of how art can be useful to win the debate. Taken from an intelligent individual, [1] "Art most certainly does have practical applications in the sense of real world physical application. It was poets and writers who throughout history captured the essences of nature and relationships which lead to our growing understanding of the human condition. It was painters and sculptors who allowed us greater understanding of geometry, symmetry, and construction. And this is only the very abridged list of what art contributes to practicality." Art has helped us understand many things in the world around us, and has helped shaped our society as a whole. As you can see, art CAN be useful. http://onlinephilosophyclub.com...