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Is being an artist a job like any other? 🧑‍🎨
Between divine inspiration and daily work, where does artistic creation really lie? Innate talent or acquired technique? Is it a solitary genius or a transferable skill? This playlist tackles preconceived ideas and asks what does - or doesn't - distinguish the artist from the craftsman. It's a fascinating look at the men and women who turn their passion into a profession that's not quite like any other…

This influential design movement began because people got fed up with machines. The Arts and Crafts movement promoted economic and social reform, sticking up for ordinary workers and craftspeople.

Content produced by: Open Learn from the Open University

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On the agenda
video - 2:29
Arts and Crafts
By: OpenLearn from the Open University
video - 5:31
Is there a difference between art and craft?
By: Ted Ed
video - 12:27
Art for Art’s Sake | Does Art Need Purpose?
By: Shawn Grenier | The Canvas
video - 5:35
Why is this painting of a black square famous?
By: Ted Ed