Question

what is the \art\ of public art?
as our society and its modes of expression evolve, so will our definitions of public art. materials and methods change to reflect our contemporary culture. the process, guided by professional expertise and public involvement, should seek out the most imaginative and productive affinity between artist and community. likewise, artists must bring to the work their artistic integrity, creativity, and skill. what is needed is a commitment to invention, boldness, and cooperation - not compromise.
why public art?
public art is a part of our public history, part of our evolving culture and our collective memory. it reflects and reveals our society and adds meaning to our cities. as artists respond to our times, they reflect their inner vision to the outside world, and they create a chronicle of our public experience.
adapted from public art in philadelphia by penny balkin bach (temple university press, philadelphia, 1992), courtesy of the association for public art.
2: select two criteria that this author considers necessary for something to be public art.
a. it must reference local history.
b. it must involve the community.
c. it must use paint or spray paint.
d. it must tell the artists personal story.
e. it must express a message about society.

Explanation:

1. The text states the process of public art should have "public involvement" and "affinity between artist and community", supporting option B.
2. The text notes public art "reflects and reveals our society" and creates a chronicle of public experience, supporting option E.
3. No mention is made of local history (A), required materials like paint (C), or the artist's personal story (D) as necessary criteria.

Answer:

B. It must involve the community.
E. It must express a message about society.