Influence Of Aesthetics Research Articles

Musical enchantment. Affective pragmatics and the making of intersubjective grief in lăutari funeral performance

This paper contributes to the expanding body of ltierature on affective performance by examining, from a semiotic perspective, the role of live musicians (lăutari) in the expression and shaping of grief during funeral ceremonies among members of the Roma in Romania. By conducting de detailed analysis of two funeral performances by Florin Salam, drawn from publicly available sources, this study illustrates how musicians utilize lyrical content with inherent affective potency, and exploit sound iconicity to imbue their vocal communication with emotional resonance. Additionally, the paper explores the use of various forms of pronominal deictic ambiguity by musicians, enabling them to indirectly engage either the entire audience or specific individuals. I show how the pragmatic function of the verbal and non-verbal strategies employed by performers is to transform the affective potentiality of a funeral event into actualized emotions. Furthermore, I emphasize the influence of local social aesthetics on both the actions of musicians and the modes through which participants articulate their emotions. Ultimately, I argue that the emotional impact of an affectively charged performance emerges from a confluence of factors, including vocal technique, discursive practices, musical instrumentation, and social dynamics. This paper contributes to the expanding body of ltierature on affective performance by examining, from a semiotic perspective, the role of live musicians (lăutari) in the expression and shaping of grief during funeral ceremonies among members of the Roma in Romania. By conducting de detailed analysis of two funeral performances by Florin Salam, drawn from publicly available sources, this study illustrates how musicians utilize lyrical content with inherent affective potency, and exploit sound iconicity to imbue their vocal communication with emotional resonance. Additionally, the paper explores the use of various forms of pronominal deictic ambiguity by musicians, enabling them to indirectly engage either the entire audience or specific individuals. I show how the pragmatic function of the verbal and non-verbal strategies employed by performers is to transform the affective potentiality of a funeral event into actualized emotions. Furthermore, I emphasize the influence of local social aesthetics on both the actions of musicians and the modes through which participants articulate their emotions. Ultimately, I argue that the emotional impact of an affectively charged performance emerges from a confluence of factors, including vocal technique, discursive practices, musical instrumentation, and social dynamics

Research on the Aesthetic Value of Costume Creation in the Song Dynasty

The objective of the study is to trace the evolution of costume design in the Song Dynasty, highlighting key aesthetic influences, materials, and techniques employed in clothing creation and to explore the underlying aesthetic principles and thoughts that guided costume creation in the Song Dynasty, including notions of beauty, harmony, and symbolism. This study try to investigate the specific materials and techniques used in creating Song Dynasty costumes and their impact on the overall aesthetic value, considering aspects such as fabric, embroidery, dyeing, and tailoring methods. In the course of the aesthetic study, this study looked very closely at artworks from the Song Dynasty in an effort to comprehend the aesthetic concepts such as beauty, harmony, and symbolism that influenced costume design during that time period. During the materials and techniques investigation, this study used scientific approaches to get a better understanding of the materials that were used in the production of the costumes. Additionally, this study worked with specialists to get a more in-depth examination of the processes used for dyeing , embroidery, and tailoring. According to the findings, the aesthetic ideals that guided costume production underwent a process of evolution during the course of the Song Dynasty. During the early decades of the 20th century, there was an emphasis placed on elegance and harmony with nature. This is shown in the usage of delicate silks and subtle floral designs at the time. When Neo-Confucianism became more popular, ideas of integrity and symmetry began to influence costume design (Table 1 and Table 2). This resulted in color combinations that were more harmonious and the integration of yin-yang symbols. . Pseudo-evidence on silk, sophisticated needlework, state of the art natural coloring procedures and ahead tailoring techniques demonstrate how such components played their particular part towards the attractiveness of cloth products made under Song Dynasty. Firstly this research gives an understanding of the interplay diverse influences such as changing circumstances from historical, cultural and artistic perspectives that fused together to form a rich legacy in beauty and elegance that adds immensely to the understanding of the aesthetic nature of costume design throughout Song Dynasty.

“OUT THERE, BEYOND…”: THE IMAGE OF THE FUTURE AND THE POETIC IDEAL IN THE WORKS OF S. A. YESENIN IN THE 1910S

The article is devoted to the analysis of the artistic content and the evolution of the poetic ideal in the works of S. A. Yesenin of the 1910s: the subject of the study is both the poet’s lyrical works and his narrative and philosophical prose (the article “Native Word”), as well as biblical poems. The peculiarity of the literary and philosophical toponym “Rus” in Yesenin’s works as an ethical ideal and a symbol of a special national historical path, which is part of “God’s Providence,” is revealed. The polemical unity of toponym “Rus” with the idyllic image of the indefinitely beautiful “there,” which Yesenin drew from the literature of romanticism, along with the mythologeme of the poet’s fateful path, is demonstrated. A conclusion is made about the influence of Symbolist aesthetics on Yesenin’s understanding of art as a visionary experience that allows him to comprehend supersensual reality. By means of comparative analysis of A. A. Blok’s articles “Gogol’s Child” and Yesenin’s “Native Word,” the hypothesis that N. V. Gogol’s image of Russia was perceived by Yesenin in symbolist transcription is substantiated. The poem “Inonia” is considered as a transformation of Russia’s poetic ideal in the context of Yesenin’s religious and philosophical aspirations.

Analyzing Irrational Purchase Decision on Aesthetic Packaging: The Moderating Role of Emotional Appeal

This conceptual paper examines how aesthetic packaging affects the purchase decisions of cosmetic products through the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) model, irrational factors. The TPB model, comprising Attitude, Subjective Norms, and Perceived Behavioral Control, serves as the analytical framework for consumer behavior. The central issue lies in understanding the influence of packaging aesthetics on decisions, particularly the irrational aspects such as emotional appeal. Emotional appeal is hypothesized to act as a moderating factor, potentially amplifying the perceived value of aesthetically pleasing packaging and leading to less rational purchasing decisions. The methodology includes a purposive sampling of cosmetic product consumers, with the sample size determined using G*Power. Data analysis will be conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). This study seeks to uncover the impact of emotional appeal on packaging aesthetics, providing insights to improve marketing strategies and packaging designs within the cosmetic industry.

Analysis of the relationship between heaven and man in Neo-Confucianism from an ecological perspective

Neo-Confucianism’s understanding of the relationship between heaven and man greatly reflects their view of nature and their aesthetic pursuits. Confucianism revolves around the perfection of human virtue, and the profundity of its theory of the relationship between heaven and humanity lies in the recognition of the value of all natural things. Therefore, the Confucian view of nature and humans emphasises the Unity of Heaven and Man by virtue. The concept of ‘the Unity of Heaven and Man by virtue’ unfolds the characteristic of symbiosis between humans and all things, which is manifested by the natural view of oneness of all things. The virtue of Sheng reflects the natural aesthetic consciousness of Confucianism. In Confucianism, virtue and beauty are unified, and this characteristic is mainly manifested as the beauty of ShengSheng. Sheng is not only a kind of great virtue but also a kind of great beauty, and the idea of the beauty of ShengSheng embodies the Confucian pursuit of the beauty of natural life.Contribution: This article mainly examines the relationship between humans and heaven in Neo-Confucianism. In particular, it focusses on the thought of ‘the Unity of Heaven and Man’, and analyses the natural aesthetic influence of this thought.

Quality of Life After Orthognathic Surgery in Swedish Patients: A Register-Based Cohort.

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of orthognathic surgery on quality of life among Swedish patients. Patients subjected to orthognathic surgery due to dentofacial deformity (DFD) and registered in the National Register of Orthognathic Surgery (NROK) in Sweden between 2017 and 2020 were eligible for inclusion in this study. The Swedish-validated Orthognathic Quality of Life Questionnaire (S-OQLQ) was used to evaluate patient quality of life before and after surgery. The S-OQLQ measured each patient's subjective experience regarding social aspects. Eighty-four participants were included in this cohort study, including 45 men (mean age 24.7 years), 48 women (mean age 23.4 years), and eight patients who stated no gender. Women generally graded several aspects of the S-OQLQ higher than men, including facial aesthetics p = 0.029), oral function (p < 0.001), and awareness of facial deformity (p = 0.0054). For all domains of the questionnaire (social, facial aesthetics, function, and awareness), a significant improvement was seen 6-24 months after surgery (p < 0.001). Women rated improvement of function and awareness of facial deformity higher than men (p < 0.001 and p = 0.039, respectively). Quality of life aspects of orthognathic surgery have a strong impact on the treatment outcome. Although functional impairment is often considered a major indication for surgery, the social and aesthetic influence of DFD is highly rated by patients, whereas pain is not an issue before or after treatment.

Antecedents of Traditional Food Lovers' Satisfaction at Food Courts in the East Jakarta Region

The level of competition in the culinary sector continues to increase, both from national food businesses and the invasion of culinary company branches from abroad entering Indonesia. Customer satisfaction is the main key in winning the competition. The aim of this research is to examine the influence of food court aesthetics, customer emotions, and service quality on customer satisfaction at food courts in the East Jakarta area. This research succeeded in collecting data through a customer survey of 170 food court customers in Jakarta Timur Indonesia. The sampling method used in this research was convenience sampling. We use multiple regression analysis where customer satisfaction is the dependent variable and food court aesthetic factors, customer emotions, and the quality of service provided by the food court are exogenous variables. The collected data is then processed using the Smart PLS data processing tool. Partial Least Square measures two submodels, namely the outer measurement submodel or outer measurement model and the structural model or inner model or inner measurement submodel. The results of this research found that food court aesthetics, customer emotions, and service quality have a statistically significant effect on customer satisfaction. The implications and limitations of this research are also discussed in this article.

Paediatric Facial Cleft Treatment - Lessons Learned

The title of this publication includes the words “Lessons Learned” in order to emphasise the knowledge and experience gained in more than 4 decades in treating 5000+ patients with facial-oral cleft anomalies. The choice, timing and optimization of the most appropriate paediatric surgical and paediatric orthodontic treatments are reflected in the extremely satisfactory treatment outcomes. This paper delineates hierarchically the conceptual framework of treatment for the most profound to the least severe cleft anomaly. Over the years multiple treatment techniques, options and protocols have been published internationally and yet the young professionals often use the procedures and timing of interventions they have learned from their ‘masters’ or seniors, irrespective of whether these have been chosen based on the best long-term treatment outcomes. This paper advocates specific treatment protocols and techniques, based on the results of research, on observation, clinical evaluation, judgement of outcome and the ideal treatment of a specific type of cleft anomaly, in order to optimize long-term outcomes. The initial short-term result, as well as the long-term facial growth, functional and aesthetic influence or their combined influence, have been recorded until the onset of the adolescence age. The application of technique(s) appropriate for treatment of a particular type of cleft anomaly are described and motivated for use, without mention the so-called original or first person who applied or described or used a particular technique or procedure for the first time. Conversely, those treatment technique(s) utilized during the very important developmental phases of the neonate, the infant and the child and which have had a profoundly negative effect on function and/or facial growth and/or facial aesthetic in the long-term, are also described, without mention the name of the person(s) who advocated their use. Paediatric patients who have been treated by means of these latter surgical techniques or interventions which may lead to undesirable or insufficiently positive outcomes, may require extensive drawn-out surgical restructuring and orthodontic treatment during their adolescent’s years.

Personality prediction via multi-task transformer architecture combined with image aesthetics

Abstract Social media has found its path into the daily lives of people. There are several ways that users communicate in which liking and sharing images stands out. Each image shared by a user can be analyzed from aesthetic and personality traits views. In recent studies, it has been proved that personality traits impact personalized image aesthetics assessment. In this article, the same pattern was studied from a different perspective. So, we evaluated the impact of image aesthetics on personality traits to check if there is any relation between them in this form. Hence, in a two-stage architecture, we have leveraged image aesthetics to predict the personality traits of users. The first stage includes a multi-task deep learning paradigm that consists of an encoder/decoder in which the core of the network is a Swin Transformer. The second stage combines image aesthetics and personality traits with an attention mechanism for personality trait prediction. The results showed that the proposed method had achieved an average Spearman Rank Order Correlation Coefficient (SROCC) of 0.776 in image aesthetic on the Flickr-AES database and an average SROCC of 0.6730 on the PsychoFlickr database, which outperformed related SOTA (State of the Art) studies. The average accuracy performance of the first stage was boosted by 7.02 per cent in the second stage, considering the influence of image aesthetics on personality trait prediction.

Research on the Influence and Mechanism of Music Aesthetics on Emotion Regulation

This study aims to explore the influence and mechanisms of music aesthetics on emotion regulation. Through literature review and empirical research, the relationship between music aesthetics and emotion regulation is analyzed, and key mechanisms are identified. The results indicate that music aesthetics have a positive impact on emotion regulation, helping individuals better manage their emotions and enhance emotional experiences. The theoretical framework includes relevant theories on music aesthetics and emotion regulation, with research methods involving quantitative analysis and empirical investigation. The discussion section interprets the empirical findings and discusses the implications of the study for theory and practice, while also addressing the study's limitations and providing suggestions for future research.

The influence of aesthetics and emotions on reuse intention and compulsive behaviour in food delivery usage

PurposeThis study addresses the impact of aesthetics and formality in Food Delivery Applications (FDAs) in evoking emotions, and how these influence the intention to reuse and compulsive usage, providing critical insights for designing responsible and effective marketing strategies.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative analysis of data collected from 1,029 FDA users was employed, using the PAD (Pleasure, Arousal, Dominance) theory to investigate how aesthetic design and formality affect emotions and consumer behaviour towards the applications.FindingsThe study reveals that aesthetic appeal and formality significantly impact emotions of dominance, arousal, and pleasure, which are decisive in users' decisions to continue using FDAs and in the manifestation of compulsive usage behaviours.Research limitations/implicationsThis study presents inherent limitations due to its cross-sectional design, which prevents offering a longitudinal perspective on the evolution of consumer behaviour regarding FDAs. The actual purchasing behaviour is not examined, but rather the suggested experiences. Future research could be enriched by considering cultural, social, and demographic factors, the influence of sustainability on the perception and use of FDAs, and the importance of specific sustainable practices. Adopting a longitudinal approach and utilising actual usage data would allow for a deeper and more nuanced understanding of consumer behaviour towards FDAs, taking into account both personal factors and functional attributes of FDAs along with their aesthetic appeal and emotional reactions.Practical implicationsThe findings provide guidelines for FDA companies to optimise their interfaces to enhance user experience, foster loyalty, and prevent compulsive usage. They emphasise balancing aesthetics and functionality to induce more conscious and sustainable consumption behaviours.Social implicationsThis study highlights significant social implications stemming from the integration of aesthetic appeal and formality in Food Delivery Apps (FDAs) and their effect on consumer emotions, which in turn influences reuse intention and compulsive use. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, consumer behaviours have shifted towards increased electronic transactions and hedonic consumption as responses to stress, anxiety, and boredom, leading to a reevaluation of life experiences through technological means. The research underlines the critical role of emotions, particularly pleasure, dominance, and arousal, in promoting the intention to reuse FDAs, which has far-reaching implications for consumer engagement, compulsive usage patterns, and the need for responsible, sustainable consumption practices. It suggests a new avenue for businesses and policymakers to consider emotional impacts and consumer satisfaction in the design and regulation of FDAs, aiming to mitigate potential adverse effects of compulsive usage and to encourage sustainable, responsible consumption behaviours.Originality/valueThe research offers a novel perspective by exploring how aesthetic and emotional dimensions affect consumer loyalty and compulsivity. These areas are still to be examined in depth in the marketing literature. The findings enhance the theoretical and practical understanding of FDA marketing, demonstrating how design can influence consumer well-being and the sustainability of purchasing behaviour.HighlightsNovel use of PAD theory to analyse FDA’s aesthetic appeal and formality on user emotions.FDA’s aesthetic appeal significantly influences reuse intentions and compulsive usage.Emotions of pleasure, dominance, and arousal are directly linked to FDA reuse intention.Pleasure and reuse intention influence the compulsive use of FDAs.

The originality of Chinoiserie-style garden architecture in England in the XVIII century

The article "The originality of Chinoiserie-style garden architecture in England in the XVIII century" explores the development and specifics of Chinoiserie style in the landscape architecture of England. Chinoiserie style refers to the use of Chinese motifs and stylistic techniques in European architecture. The aim of the work is to identify the specifics of the arrangement of English gardens and parks in the Chinoiserie style. The subject of the study is the stylistic features of the embodiment of Chinoiserie gardens and parks. The object of the study is parks and garden architecture in the Chinoiserie style in England. The study covers the 18th century, revealing the contribution of individual architects and the influence of Chinese art on the development of garden architecture. The presented analysis demonstrates how architectural styles of Western and Eastern culture can mix. English gardens and parks are evidence of the influence of Chinese aesthetics on landscape gardening, which later spread to continental Europe. In the course of the research, the following methods were mainly used: historical, historical-genetic, historical-comparative. In the study of specific objects of landscape architecture, methods of art criticism analysis were applied — formal, stylistic and comparative methods. The article examines specific English monuments of landscape architecture of the XVIII century taken as examples the Chinoiserie style. The novelty of the study lies in the fact that the features of the Chinoiserie style in the landscape architecture of England were highlighted and a comparison of English architectural objects in the Chinoiserie style with Chinese analogues was carried out. The conducted research revealed the English specifics in the approach to interpreting Chinese designs of gardens and parks and architectural projects in the XVIII century. English gardeners and architects were inspired by Chinese aesthetics and used oriental elements for decoration, but did not follow all architectural canons and traditions. This gave rise to a new Chinoiserie style, a combination of Chinese and European landscape art that spread throughout Europe.

Alice and Alisa

This article compares the aesthetics of Wonderland in two animated adaptations of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale, examining Disney’s 1951 rendition and Kievnauchfilm’s 1981 adaptation. Through an analysis of animation techniques, art styles, and cultural influences, it explores how each production visually depicts Alice’s adventures. Disney’s approach is characterized by a grounded, simplified style, while Kievnauchfilm fully embraces the surrealism of Carroll’s text. The essay discusses how Disney’s use of photographic references results in a more realistic portrayal, albeit somewhat lacking the unrestrained nonsense of Carroll’s world, and contrasts it with Kievnauchfilm’s use of multiple art styles to capture Wonderland’s absurdity. It also considers the influence of market demands and religious aesthetics on the American and the Soviet adaptation respectively, and it explores the social and ideological ramifications of Eisenstein’s concept of “plasmaticness” in the animation of both films. Ultimately, this research provides insights into how cultural context shapes the aesthetics of visual storytelling.

Establishing Genuine Human Connections Through Digital Entities

This academic inquiry systematically analyzes the cognitive processes that impact the perception of authenticity in human-virtual entity interactions, covering domains such as empathy, emotional involvement, social presence, anthropomorphism, as well as the influence of visual and auditory aesthetics. Drawing from a broad spectrum of recent research and foundational literature, the study explores how these elements fortify the trustworthiness of virtual agents across various fields including education, healthcare, entertainment, and customer service. The primary discoveries underscore the importance of emotional intelligence, encompassing empathy and the capacity to adjust reactions based on user emotions, as vital in heightening the perceived authenticity of virtual entities. Additionally, the analysis reveals that achieving a balanced integration of human-like qualities and functional capabilities, while avoiding the uncanny valley, is crucial in nurturing confidence and involvement. The paper also addresses ethical issues concerning the authenticity and potential manipulation of virtual entities, underscoring the need for robust ethical standards in this rapidly advancing area. The review identifies several gaps in the literature, like the necessity for more extensive research on the dynamics of human-virtual entity relationships and exploration into cross-cultural differences in authenticity perceptions. It recommends that forthcoming studies incorporate a variety of methodologies, including physiological gauges and longitudinal analyses, to enhance our comprehension of these interactions. The implications for the layout and execution of virtual entities are examined, emphasizing the necessity for developers to prioritize emotional intelligence and user-centered design to craft genuinely captivating virtual agents. The inquiry advocates for interdisciplinary cooperation to tackle the ethical dilemmas and ensure that progressions in virtual entity technologies enhance human encounters and engagements.

The Role of the Aesthetic Function in Printed Ecological Advertising

The aesthetic dimension in ecological advertising plays a crucial role in establishing an emotional connection between the audience and environmental issues, stimulating involvement and commitment to conservation efforts. The aesthetic function embedded in ecological advertising serves as a foundation for raising awareness and mobilizing the public regarding environmental issues. This aesthetic approach fosters deep emotional connections, motivating active involvement in environmental initiatives and significantly contributing to leaving a lasting impression and focusing attention on the ecological message conveyed. The use of visually captivating imagery, including landscapes and vibrant colors, grabs attention and sparks curiosity among viewers. Their distinctive style, together with origindesign elements, elevates them to an artistic level, enriching their impact and resonance. Ecological advertising draws inspiration from diverse aesthetic influences, similar to those found in fine art, with deliberate reinterpretations and realignments to serve its purpose. Adherence to fundamental design principles ensures impactful and memorable ecological advertising campaigns. By presenting aesthetic means, namely disturbing aspects of environmental degradation, ecological ads can evoke a strong emotional response among the audience, prompting them to take action or support initiatives for nature conservation. However, it is essential for such imagery to be used judiciously and accompanied by messages/texts that provide solutions or inspire hope and positive action in the face of environmental issues. We will observe how techniques like unity, harmony, and balance, along with intentional emphasis and contrast, enhance the effectiveness of ecological advertising in conveying its message to the public.

Eaten beauty needs replenishing: The impact of beautiful plate patterns on plate waste

This study explored the influence of food aesthetics on plate waste and the underlying mechanisms through which plate patterns can reduce food waste. Three studies were conducted to examine the potential differences in beauty decrement (i.e. aesthetically vulnerable vs. aesthetically invulnerable) across various food categories and to evaluate the effectiveness of plate patterns in reducing food waste.Study 1 revealed that certain foods were more susceptible to significant beauty decrements during consumption. Study 2 demonstrated that foods vulnerable to aesthetic degradation were more likely to be wasted than those that were aesthetically invulnerable. Additionally, among the aesthetically vulnerable foods, those with a perfect appearance were wasted more frequently than those with an imperfect appearance. Study 3 (A) showed that less aesthetically vulnerable foods were wasted when served on patterned plates than when served on blank plates. Study 3 (B) replicated the findings of Study 3 (A) by conducting an actual eating task in a laboratory and validating the chain mediation model for the impact of plate patterns on food waste. Specifically, plate patterns influenced the reduction in perceived beauty during food consumption, affecting consumer enjoyment and ultimately resulting in plate waste.

Effects of cultural landscape service features in national forest parks on visitors’ sentiments: A nationwide social media-based analysis in China

National Forest Parks (NFPs) represent the highest level of the forest park system in China and have long been considered to cultivate positive experiences among visitors through their rich cultural services. However, there is limited knowledge of the relationship between the cultural dimension of landscape services (CLSs) in NFPs and visitors’ positive experiences. This study represents the first effort to investigate the effects of NFP CLSs on visitors’ expressed sentiments and aims to further identify the relative importance of various CLS features. A total of 267 NFPs across 31 provinces in China were selected as case studies, and approximately 300,000 visitors’ online comments from a widely used travel platform (CTrip) were obtained for sentiment analysis using natural language processing. A novel systematic framework for assessing CLSs was proposed, encompassing five principal features and 19 indicator subcategories. Ordinary least-squares and spatial regression models were used to reveal associations between NFP CLSs and expressed sentiments, whereas the XGBoost model and Shapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) values were employed to identify the relative importance of NFP CLS features. Three major findings were observed: First, the feature scoring of CLSs in NFPs was unevenly distributed across the country, with scores along the eastern seaboard relatively higher than those inland in the northwest. Second, beneficial associations between the five principal CLS features and visitors’ expressed sentiments were suggested. Third, the influence of landscape aesthetics was particularly prominent in promoting visitors’ positive sentiments, followed by education, physical activities and health, recreation and tourism, and cultural heritage and spiritual practices. These findings provide valuable insights for health-oriented NFP management, policies, and planning.

3D Spatialisation Technologies and aesthetic practice within electroacoustic composition: A journey through Listening, Composition and Performance

This paper discusses the relationship between creative practice and spatial audio technologies. Various compositions are discussed based on the author’s experience with spatial audio, reflecting on how different technologies, workflows and performance scenarios inform and influence the compositional approach within the genre of electroacoustic composition. This includes working with different spatial audio software tools including channel-based audio, object-based audio, ambisonic workflows and different types of performance setups. This paper also reflects on how these technologies and spatial audio aesthetic influence various project outcomes.

Идея «творящей формы» в эстетике русского авангарда 1920-х годов

The Russian avant-garde of the 1920s was a time of a utopian thinking crisis in theoretical aesthetics and in art. The utopianism of the avant-garde project consisted in the impracticability of the mission of art to totally transform reality and man through aesthetic means. The key idea of the avant-garde aesthetic concepts was the effectiveness of the creative form building the integrity of the life creative matter. The concept of the “creative form” was developed in different directions: from the concept of a single style in all spheres of life and the theory of synthesis of arts to the aesthetics of functionally appropriate forms of the objective environment. The symbolic language of style was a universal aesthetic translation of metaphysical ideas into sensual ontological image of the wholeness of being; synthesis of arts was seen as a means of expressing the initial wholeness of cosmic being; and a functionally appropriate form of the objective environment was understood as a means of direct involvement of man, spontaneously causing his active creative response. The utopianism of the idea of the “creative form” determined its rapid demise, which had a complex of philosophical, social, political and human reasons. The major of them included the totality of the wholeness project, the undervaluation of the individual artistic subject’s creative freedom, the rejection of a substantial spiritual and value-based interpretation of culture, the hope that the aesthetic influence might transform the masses into creative subjects, the narrowing of the potentialities of the utopian project by the attempt to turn it into a methodology of action, the pursuit of realization that limited the growth of its inner potential, and the undervaluation of the real conditions for its implementation.

Harmonizing Aesthetics and Psychological Well-being: An Indepth Exploration of the Integrative Impact of Dysport in Cosmetic Procedures

This research delves into the intricate interplay between aesthetic intelligence, aesthetic sensitivity, and psychological well-being within the framework of positive psychology, with a particular emphasis on the integrative impact of Dysport in cosmetic procedures. By recognizing the significant influence of environmental aesthetics on individual health and well-being, this study seeks to illuminate the relationship between aesthetic intelligence and psychological well-being while considering the role of Dysport in cosmetic procedures. Employing a correlational research design, structural equation modeling was utilized as the methodological approach. The research cohort comprised all students enrolled at Bu-Ali Sina University during the academic year 2018-2019. Employing cluster sampling, 384 students were selected based on the recommended sample size for structural equation modeling. The instruments included the Ryff Well-being Scale, the Aesthetic Intelligence Scale developed by Rashid et al., and Abdulsalami's Aesthetic Sensitivity Scale. Findings revealed significant direct impacts of both aesthetic intelligence and aesthetic sensitivity on psychological well-being. Moreover, aesthetic intelligence demonstrated a direct and significant effect on aesthetic sensitivity. Exploration of indirect relationships indicated that aesthetic intelligence, mediated by aesthetic sensitivity, significantly influenced psychological well-being. These findings underscore the importance of individuals' awareness and appreciation of environmental beauty, including the role of Dysport in cosmetic procedures, in positively contributing to psychological well-being.