I have usually loved ancient art, but especially ancient Greek statues and vases. As an American, living in a time where excess will be the chief aesthetic, it can be inspiring to see an art that revels in proportion rather than extremes. Ancient Greek statues often try to portray themes of beauty inside the body, but they don't do it by overstating every thing. An ancient Greek statue of a man won't be pumped up to enormous proportions. A depiction of a goddess figure won't have ridiculous curves that would be out of place in any location but Los Angeles. They strive to create things look right - lovely in a very simple, human way.
