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World Art Day is celebrated annually on this day to encourage the development, distribution and enjoyment of the arts. (Representational Image: Shutterstock)
To honor Leonardo da Vinci, his birthday was declared by UNESCO as World Art Day
World Art Day 2023: In 2012 UNESCO’s General Conference declared 15 April as World Art Day to honor and mark the birthday of Italian polymath Leonardo da Vinci, the greatest artist of all time. It is a celebration to encourage the development, distribution and enjoyment of the arts on this day every year.
The arts encourage creativity, innovation, and cultural diversity for individuals all over the world, and they play an important role in information exchange, curiosity, and discussion. These are qualities the arts have always had and will continue to have if we continue to support positions that protect artists and artistic freedom.
Why is it celebrated on 15th April?
The date of April 15 was chosen because that day was the birthday of Leonardo da Vinci and he is known as one of the most famous artists in history. Leonardo da Vinci has become a symbol of peace, freedom of expression, tolerance and fraternity.
Vinci’s Last Supper and Mona Lisa are some of the most popular and influential paintings in the world.
World Art Day: Importance and Celebrations
The day witnesses various cultural events, conferences, exhibitions and workshops across the world. There are many reasons why any artistic endeavor should involve learning.
The following are some of the benefits that art provides:
- Art inspires a desire to learn and be creative.
- Art enhances concentration, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- It promotes emotional intelligence and aids in the expression of complex emotions.
- The arts help establish communities by breaking down racial stereotypes and religious barriers.
- It boosts self-esteem, motivates you and enhances your overall health.
- Art stimulates the senses and allows people to see things in a new way.
Art is a popular hobby for so many people. Some people make a living as artists. According to the National Endowment for the Arts, there are more than 2 million professional artists working in the United States. Fashion designers, floral designers and graphic artists form a large part of this group. Writers, animators and architects make up a small percentage of the artist population.
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