I am surrounded by various people almost at all times. Some of them I love: my girlfriend, my family. I also have a pretty active circle of friends and we meet a lot and generally have a good time. I also really much appreciate all my colleagues and I get along with most of them just fine. Generally a good time! Some of the people I am indifferent about: Strangers I meet everyday, but really have to little time or energy to really interact with. However, I prefer the pieces of art to have none of the above. I prefer natural landscapes, with possible animal life included. However seeing civilization or even persons is a instant turnoff for me. Additionally to simple landscapes I am strongly affected by the theme of the art. Almost all day I have to think and work categorically and systematically. What is possible? What can be done? I immediately discard unlikely events/approaches/... . In contrast to this I appreciate the unlikely and a special kind of untested fantasy. So to summarize my favorite pieces of art most of the time are either (imaginary) landscapes or surrealistic paintings (for example Dalí). Viewing some art in those categories is just generally soothing to me, thinking that just maybe even the unlikely may be possible...
That is very interesting indeed. Is there any particular reason you do not like art with people in it, perhaps because you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of human life? I could be misinterpreting what you are saying here, but I have certainly had moments when I just wanted to look at art that had nothing to do with humans just so I can appreciate nature for what it really is. As for surrealistic paintings, I have always been intrigued to delve into the crazy symbolisms that are used. I usually fail at it though, and accept that the paintings are just very...surreal. Do you mind sharing some of your favorite "imaginary" landscapes and/or surrealistic paintings? And thanks for the share!