Zar 696 Posted April 6, 2010 Body art can be an expression of individuality, but it can also be an expression of group identity. Body art is about conformity and rebellion, freedom and authority. It's messages and meanings only make sense in the context of culture, but because it is such a personal art form, it continually challenges cultural assumptions about the ideal, the desirable, and the appropriately presented body. Give examples that illustrate this assertion from your own cultural experience. Do you think that employment of body art effectively challenges cultural norms...or does it more often mirror these? Why? Why not? Share this post Link to post