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The Aesthetics of Yearning
Editorial Illustration for Sekolah Ilustrasee School Project, Guided by Dion MBD.
"The Aesthetics of Yearning: Understanding the Desire to Be Sad in Art" by Ishaan Grover on Medium
The article explores why people are drawn to sad art. It reflects on the author's enjoyment of "sad girl music" and how tragic art provides comfort by validating personal suffering. Historical figures like Edgar Allan Poe and Oscar Wilde are discussed to illustrate the romanticization of sadness. The article suggests that controlled sadness offers pleasure and emotional regulation. It emphasizes balancing appreciation for sad art with a healthy perspective to foster empathy without glorifying suffering.
"The Aesthetics of Yearning: Understanding the Desire to Be Sad in Art" by Ishaan Grover on Medium
The article explores why people are drawn to sad art. It reflects on the author's enjoyment of "sad girl music" and how tragic art provides comfort by validating personal suffering. Historical figures like Edgar Allan Poe and Oscar Wilde are discussed to illustrate the romanticization of sadness. The article suggests that controlled sadness offers pleasure and emotional regulation. It emphasizes balancing appreciation for sad art with a healthy perspective to foster empathy without glorifying suffering.
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