Explain how Ray Beldner’s This Is Definitely Not a Pipe is an example of representational, nonrepresentational, or abstract art. Regarding how artists represent reality, what does Beldner’s artwork demonstrate?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Beldner’s composition is representational because he uses sewn dollar bills to depict a realistic pipe.
2. Beldner demonstrates that rather than merely imitating the world around them, artists carefully select, arrange, and compose reality according to their personal vision.

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