I would say so yes, same with those artists who splat random paint on a canvas and then sell for $1M
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If a kid does that without much thought - are they an artist if I buy their “art”?
Yeah, this is the official definition:
the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.
Then kids can be considered artists. They are imaginative, can produce subjectively beautiful things which may mean a lot emotionally to their parents
I would say there's a difference between an artist and professional artist, anyone can make art, even if it sucks. I would say creating art is anything where you bring an idea to life in a visual way.
What makes someone a professional artist? Are splats on canvas professional if that art sells for millions?