Arts vs STEM is a lie. Art and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) might seem like opposite ends of the intellectual spectrum, but in reality, they are deeply interconnected. At their core, both disciplines share a common goal: to explore and understand the world around us. While STEM disciplines focus on empirical observation, analysis, and problem-solving, art offers a unique perspective through creativity, expression, and interpretation. Together, they form a powerful synergy that fuels innovation and drives human progress. This symbiotic relationship between art and STEM not only fosters interdisciplinary collaboration but also enriches our understanding of complex phenomena, inspires innovative solutions, and shapes our society and culture in profound ways.
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Michelangelo and many of his contemporaries violated the law in order to dissect corpses, so as to learn the form and functions of bodies. I know about Michelangelo specifically because of the fact (pointing to possible conspiracy theories) that in the famous image from the Sistine Chapel, God is seated in a spot shaped like a brain.
Other men who mixed art and science include Leonardo DiVinci and Nikola Tesla. These two things are not incompatible.