Public opinion of contemporary art and the arts industry in the United States

THESIS RESEARCH: Understanding public opinion of the arts in the United States

The results of this anonymous survey will be compiled and analyzed for research purposes as part of a thesis about contemporary art and the arts industry in the United States as it relates to the environment, technology, and social issues. For these purposes, contemporary art is defined as the art made by living artists and the arts industry is defined as for-profit and nonprofit organizations that sell or exhibit artwork. This thesis is for an arts management masters program at Western Colorado University. Participation in this survey is voluntary and there are no risks associated with participation in this study. Participants are asked to include their demographic information for the researcher to understand the involvement and interest of the public in contemporary art and the arts industry. The criteria of survey participants includes being 18 years of age or older, living or have lived in the United States, and English language comprehension. This survey takes around 7 minutes to complete. P.S: This survey contains Karma to get free survey responses at SurveySwap.io
Was art encouraged in your childhood home?*

Art was strongly encouraged.Art was somewhat encouraged.Art was not encouraged, but it wasn't discouraged either.Art was discouraged.Art was not a focus in my childhood home.I don't remember.
What is your earliest memory of experiencing art or creativity?*
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?*
Do you currently live in the United States of America?*

Yes, I currently live in the U.S.No, I do not currently live in the U.S.I used to live in the U.S. but do not currently live there
What age bracket do you fit in?*

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Which race or ethnicity best describes you?*

Indigenous AmericanBlack or African AmericanAsianLatinoHispanicNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhiteMultiple ethnicityUnknownPrefer not to disclose
What is your gender identity?*

Cis ManTrans ManCis WomanTrans WomanNon-binaryTwo-SpiritPrefer not to disclose
Do you currently work in the arts industry? Select all that apply.*

Yes, I currently work in the arts industry.I am a full-time artist as my primary profession.I am a part-time artist but it is not my primary profession.I have worked in the arts industry in the past, but I do not currently.No, I have never worked in the arts industry.N/A - I do not currently have a job.
Do you believe that artists are generally paid a living wage?*

Yes, most artists are paid a living wage.Some artists are paid a living wage, but not all.No, most artists are not paid a living wage.I'm unsure.
How included do you feel in the arts industry?*

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To what extent do you agree or disagree that art should be community-oriented?*

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To what extent you agree or disagree that art should include social issues?*

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To what extent do you agree or disagree that the arts industry is environmentally sustainable?*

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To what extent do you feel personally impacted by climate change?*

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Do you think the arts are important for future generations? If so, what types of art would be most impactful, and why?*
Examples of art might include visual arts, music, performance, literature, etc.
What do you believe is the role of contemporary art in society and culture?*

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Do you actively seek out new artists?*

I actively seek out new artistsI come across new artists through recommendations, social media, etc.I don't come across new artistsNeverOther
Where do you discover and engage with these new artists? Select all the apply.

Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, etc.)Online platforms (Artsy, 1st Dibs, art marketplaces, etc.)Video (TikTok / YouTube Shorts)Podcasts or interviewsArt magazines, periodicals, or publicationsNews outletsZine or chapbookPosters or printed material where you liveGallery show or openingMuseum exhibition or collectionArt Fair or art marketFamily, friends, or word of mouthOther
To what extent do you agree or disagree that algorithms prioritize certain types of content over others?*

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How does social media impact your perception of contemporary art and the arts industry?*

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Please verify that you are human*
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