Future of Art???

What is the future of studio art?  This has almost literally been the question of the century, as art has been placed up against philosophy since the late 19th century.  Today we live in an age of globalization, or more specifically a digital age of globalization.  Artists in the 21st century tackle our contemporary needs of seeing who we are.  Artists such as Chuck Close, Cindy Sherman, Brian Ulrich, and many others.  These artists use traditional media to ask why we're relevant and what it means to live in the 21st century.

So what good is art?  Art gives us a sense of who we are, or it gives us understanding of who we are through intuitive and sometimes scientific means.  Art will always be around because we'll find new medium and devices to express ourselves with.  I found this website helpful.

It seems to only be a matter of questions that I can give you.  Such as, what is the value of art to you?  What are things that you value?  Why do you value them?  Can art be of value?  Answer these questions.