Is Less Really More?

             Modern art follows the trend that “less is more.”  This is in regards not only to art but also the amount of clothing one wears, makeup, weight, etc.  I am trying to decide is less really is more?  As far as makeup goes, I will agree that the more natural, the more beautiful.  The amount of clothing however, should not be reduced to the bare minimum.  It is not classy, only tacky.  Weight is a large issue in today’s society considering the large population has been battling with obesity.  In this case, less is more.  What about art?  Is simplicity the epitome of beautiful art?  I don’t believe so.  Simplicity can be beautiful art, yes, but being very detailed and dramatic can be beautiful as well.  Obviously it is possible to go over the top, but many of the old European Baroque works of art competes just as well.  Shown above are two examples, one is modern style and the other Baroque.  The modern art appears more abstract.  They are both equally as beautiful but quite frankly I am almost bored with the modern work.   Every one is entitled to their own opinion and many will argue Baroque is better while others prefer the modern art.  All in all, they are both products of time, feelings, and hard work.  They equally exemplify what design is.