on art vs in art

Both 'on art' and 'in art' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'On art' is commonly used to discuss topics related to art, such as books or articles. 'In art' is used to refer to the presence or representation of art within a specific context.

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on art

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when discussing topics related to art.

Use 'on art' when referring to discussions, analyses, or opinions about art, such as in books, articles, or lectures.

Examples:

The book provides a comprehensive analysis on art history.
She gave a lecture on art appreciation.
His article on art criticism was well-received.

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Policy coherence must be based on Art 178 of the EC Treaty.
Article 1 - subject matter and scope - is based on Art. 1 of Regulation 2560/2001.
You can't put a clock on art.
This sends the message that we in the EU do not impose any limitations on art.
You were looking for books on art and painting.
You want busy, try keeping a bunch of fifth graders focused on art.
Charles said, "Let's experiment with some films on art."
Didn't I see you reading Abanindranath's lectures on art?
Are you mad because you gave up on art or because you gave up on Adam or is it both?
It is not sufficient, as proposed by the Commission, to have the IPA proposal based only on Art 181(a) TEC which provides for its adoption under the consultation procedure.
The Proposal, which is based on Art. TEC and whose adoption is consequently under the co-decision procedure:
The draftsperson is of the opinion that a change of measure from a directive to a regulation based on Art. 95 of the EC Treaty is justified by the fact that at this stage the Commission proposes to harmonise only the addition of nutrients on a voluntary basis.
BUILDING POLICY European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (Stockholm) Consideration and vote on Art. 179 (3) consultation concerning a new building Rapporteur: Mrs. Hohlmeier
The Proposal, which is based on Art. 152 TEC, in particular al. (a) and whose adoption is consequently under the co-decision procedure, lays down:
As the RoHS Directive is based on Art. 95, ensuring the free circulation of goods, it is essential that the implementation of the Directive is identical amongst industry as well as enforcement authorities.
The Council Decision is based on Art. 66 of the EC Treaty. Since 1 May 2004, pursuant to the Protocol on article 67 of the Nice Treaty, these measures are taken by qualified majority voting in the Council and consultation of the European Parliament.
The mechanism is based on Art. 122.2 of the Treaty and enables the granting of financial assistance to a Member State in difficulties or seriously threatened with severe difficulties caused by exceptional occurrences beyond its control.
Thousands of dollars wasted on art school.
A fortune he spends on art.
I read your book on art therapy.

Alternatives:

about art
regarding art
concerning art
in relation to art
pertaining to art

in art

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to the presence or representation of art within a specific context.

Use 'in art' when discussing the presence of art within a specific context, such as in a painting, sculpture, or artistic movement.