Creative Codex 1: The Origin of Art
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Aug 18, 2018 Explore the fascinating journey into the origins of art, tracing back 40,000 years. Discover how early human creations were entwined with survival and identity. Delve into the mystical ties between ancient artworks and spiritual rituals. Uncover the creative spark that distinguished Homo sapiens from Neanderthals, questioning the role of art in human evolution. Finally, learn how artistic expression was crucial for survival in the challenging Ice Age, laying the groundwork for culture and communal experiences.
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Creativity's Importance
- Creativity is not a trivial result of boredom, but rather the unique aspect of humans.
- It has allowed us to survive and thrive for 200,000 years, even in extreme circumstances.
Earliest Human Art
- The earliest known human art dates back 40,000 years to caves in Spain, France, and Europe.
- These paintings, made from natural pigments, depict animals like bison and horses and wouldn't look out of place in the 20th century.
Cave Paintings Coming Alive
- Early cave paintings used available colors from dirt, clay, charcoal, and burnt bones.
- Under flickering torchlight, the paintings may have appeared to come alive, enhanced by the cave's contours.