Open AccessArt and Science: The Inter-Relation of the Visual Arts and Science in General and Astronomy in Particular
Author(s) -
Sir Arnold Wolfendale
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
culture and cosmos
Language(s) - English
DOI - 10.46472/cc.01216.0243
Subject(s) - relation (database) , the arts , visual arts , art , art history , computer science , database
Science and art are two of the most significant facets of human endeavour, with astronomy occupying a key role within science. Despite C.P. Snow’s Two Cultures, there are many common aspects and each has an influence on the other. A brief analysis is made of the relationship of art and science: the effect of art on science and science on art. Some outstanding problems are identified.