[ProfoundImagery]

I see astounding beauty in the variety, multitude of genres, composition dynamic, and combinations of use of international perspective in both. But the American portrail of them is stifled by its culture.
We Americans don't place enough emphasis on the significance, depth, or power of art as we once did. Those programs that taught the true meaning of art requiring emphasis on international and historic understanting have been underfunded and largely faded out. The consequences of our lack of appreciation, attitude, and discipline are then reflected in our work. As in all creative endeavors.