Some people think that governments
should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and
musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternative
sources.
Discuss both views and give your own
opinion.
People
have different views about the funding of creative artists. While some people
disagree with the idea of government support for artists, I believe that money
for art projects should come from both governments and other sources.
Some
art projects definitely require help from the state. In the UK, there are many
works of art in public spaces, such as streets or squares in city centres. In
Liverpool, for example, there are several new statues and sculptures in the
docks area of the city, which has been redeveloped recently. These artworks
represent culture, heritage and history. They serve to educate people about the
city, and act as landmarks or talking points for visitors and tourists.
Governments and local councils should pay creative artists to produce this kind
of art, because without their funding our cities would be much less interesting
and attractive.
On
the other hand, I can understand the arguments against government funding for
art. The main reason for this view is that governments have more important
concerns. For example, state budgets need to be spent on education, healthcare,
infrastructure and security, among other areas. These public services are vital
for a country to function properly, whereas the work of creative artists, even
in public places, is a luxury. Another reason for this opinion is that artists
do a job like any other professional, and they should therefore earn their own
money by selling their work.
In
conclusion, there are good reasons why artists should rely on alternative
sources of financial support, but in my opinion government help is sometimes
necessary.
In
conclusion, there are good reasons why artists should rely on alternative
sources of financial support, but in my opinion government help is sometimes
necessary.
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