What is your personal opinion on how much an artist’s plans and motivations should affect the meaning of their work? Do you lean towards prioritizing the viewer’s interpretation or believe that understanding the artist’s intentions is crucial for a meaningful interpretation of art? Explain and give an example.

What is your personal opinion on how much an artist’s plans and motivations should affect the meaning of their work? Do you lean towards prioritizing the viewer’s interpretation or believe that understanding the artist’s intentions is crucial for a meaningful interpretation of art? Explain and give an example.