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FASB completes conceptual framework

Above illustration: Three-legged stool diagram illustrating the attributes needed to create a masterpiece. Idea inception, 1994; illustration, 2008.

ACT :: Art Career Theorem Conceptual Framework When viewing and creating art, the ACT conceptual framework is made up of three distinct pillars of support. Like three legs on a stool, it is necessary for a successful piece to have these basic foundational measures. Each piece of art’s balance and strength depends on the levels at which each pillar is executed. These foundational attributes are illustrated in the ACT model as the primary colors.

The first foundation is quality of process and techniques (red), with the use or misuse of the basic art elements. The skill and care put into the creation of the piece is crucial in order for it to be assimilated by the viewer. The honesty of mastership of the process is quite evident and presentation is key.

Second is content (blue). As the viewer, in order to appreciate the efforts put forth to create a piece of art, one must disregard personal preference to genre and style. But as the creator, one must be personally responsible for expressing preference as these elements make up the visual fodder of the work. While the quality of the design may be based on the first foundation, the question is whether form follows function. Here, the two foundations begin to blend.

The final component is human essence (yellow). Call it what you want: energy, connection to source, intention, god, expression, muse, or whatever moves you. The last pillar has the power to connect with the viewer on a soul level. If art is created by machine, it lacks crucial elements that only the human hand can provide.

When each element is present, it is possible that one can stand above the other two, and the piece will still be successful as long as the other two elements are supportive. When all three elements are utilized to their highest potential, that defines a masterpiece.

Conceptual frameworks (theoretical frameworks) are a type of intermediate theory that attempt to connect to all aspects of inquiry (e.g., problem definition, purpose, methodology, data collection and analysis).

Conceptual frameworks can act like maps that give coherence to empirical inquiry. Because conceptual frameworks are potentially so close to empirical inquiry, they take different forms depending upon the research question or problem. The ACT model is complete in that the inquiry is supported by all aspects of the color wheel: primary, secondary, split complimentary and more as empirical inquiry requires.

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