Every quarter someone asks me why it is necessary for an art student to study art history. Aside from the fact that "art" appears in both phrases, interest in the past, even the past of their own field, alludes them. I have begun collecting examples of art historical references in everyday life to try to counter this apathy. I've included two examples, but there are hundreds more. Grab your camera and walk around SF, or the city of your choice, with your eyes open to the past. Examples can be found on signs, posters, bus shelters, etc. Bonus points for identifying the source and uploading a photo of that as well.
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