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The Culture Behind Modern Monumental Art and Celebrity Trends: A Deep Dive into Society and Self-Image

The Erosion of Traditional Artistic Values

In recent months, public art displays in iconic locations such as Times Square have increasingly reflected what many consider to be the degradation of artistic standards. The latest installation titled "Grounded in the Stars" features a massive 12-foot bronze sculpture of a plus-sized Black woman with dreadlocks, standing defiantly amidst towering billboards. The piece, created by artist Thomas J. Price, claims to aim at inspiring empathy and highlighting marginalized bodies on a monumental scale.