1. What were you expectations for this course and where they met?
For this course I hoped and expected to learn about the subject of art. I wanted to learn the terms, the styles, the periods, the masters; I wanted to be able to have a conversation about art. I definitely know so much more about art in general after the completion of this course than i did before taking it. Not only can I recognize specific techniques and periodic styles, I also experienced creating art and putting together pieces to create a gallery and even critiquing art. I would say my expectations for this course were definitely met.
2. Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your initial posting?
Originally I defined art as a way of expressing oneself that can take infinite forms. Now I would probably say the same thing, but it would have much more meaning because I have seen so many more forms that art can take. I have seen paintings, sculptures, installations, masks, clothes, tools, crafts, carvings, prints, furniture, and so many more things all displayed as a form of art.
3. Who was your favorite artist in your original posting and who is your favorite visual artist now? If there is a difference, why do you think so? If you have the same favorite artist, why do you think so?
I did not have a favorite artist in my first posting, but now I do and it is Salvador Dali. I love his works and the surrealist style is something that really intrigued me.
4. Now that you've completed this course, how do you feel about taking an online course? Is your answer the same as it was in your first posting? How is it the same or different?
I definitely still agree with my first answer in that there are both positives and negatives with online classes, but I had never taken an online class during semester before. The online classes I had taken before were during inter semester and I found those difficult, but taking an online class while taking other classes, working and playing lacrosse proved to be a lot harder than I thought it would be. I probably would not try to take on that much work in the future, because online classes put so much pressure on ones self and I struggled with that.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Friday, December 9, 2011
Art Critique Reflection
1. Which projects did you review?
I looked at all of the projects on the first page of ANGEL, which included: Architectural Creations Throughout the World by Amanda Bolibrzuch, Through the Eyes of Women and Horses in Art by Jenn Benn.
2. Why did you select the Exhibit you critiqued?
I chose to critique the project Horses in Art because at a first glance I really liked the project. I liked how the project had a seemingly simple subject matter, but it was developed deeply. Also, I was drawn to the fact that this project did not only have one type of art in the gallery; there were paintings, crafts, and jewelry among other things.
3. What challenges did you face in writing the critique article and how did you overcome them?
It was hard to critique the work done; the choosing of pieces and how they were laid out and what was written about them, objectively. I tend to put a lot of myself into my work so even though I was critiquing someone else's work I found myself trying to think of why I would have chosen those pieces and put them together in that way.
4. How do you feel about critiquing your peers work?
Knowing that other people are critiquing my work makes me a little uncomfortable. Art is a subject that I knew relatively nothing about before this class and although I know more now I definitely realize that I do not know a great deal about art and I am not claiming I do so it is hard to be confident in my work.
5. Would you like to read the critique your peers wrote about your Art Curation Project?
I would be interested in reading the critique especially to see what I could improve on and what others felt about my work. Although I might not like what they have to say at first I am sure that other students will be respectful and constructive with their comments.
6. On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate your finished article and why?
If I were to rate my article on a scale of 1-10 I would give myself a 10. I used the information that I learned from the art critique videos and worked hard on writing the article and critiquing the exhibit as a true art critique would have done.
7. Did you enjoy working on this project?
I thought that this project was challenging, but I definitely enjoyed it because I was able to write a professional critique paper which is something I never imagined or thought about doing before.
I looked at all of the projects on the first page of ANGEL, which included: Architectural Creations Throughout the World by Amanda Bolibrzuch, Through the Eyes of Women and Horses in Art by Jenn Benn.
2. Why did you select the Exhibit you critiqued?
I chose to critique the project Horses in Art because at a first glance I really liked the project. I liked how the project had a seemingly simple subject matter, but it was developed deeply. Also, I was drawn to the fact that this project did not only have one type of art in the gallery; there were paintings, crafts, and jewelry among other things.
3. What challenges did you face in writing the critique article and how did you overcome them?
It was hard to critique the work done; the choosing of pieces and how they were laid out and what was written about them, objectively. I tend to put a lot of myself into my work so even though I was critiquing someone else's work I found myself trying to think of why I would have chosen those pieces and put them together in that way.
4. How do you feel about critiquing your peers work?
Knowing that other people are critiquing my work makes me a little uncomfortable. Art is a subject that I knew relatively nothing about before this class and although I know more now I definitely realize that I do not know a great deal about art and I am not claiming I do so it is hard to be confident in my work.
5. Would you like to read the critique your peers wrote about your Art Curation Project?
I would be interested in reading the critique especially to see what I could improve on and what others felt about my work. Although I might not like what they have to say at first I am sure that other students will be respectful and constructive with their comments.
6. On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate your finished article and why?
If I were to rate my article on a scale of 1-10 I would give myself a 10. I used the information that I learned from the art critique videos and worked hard on writing the article and critiquing the exhibit as a true art critique would have done.
7. Did you enjoy working on this project?
I thought that this project was challenging, but I definitely enjoyed it because I was able to write a professional critique paper which is something I never imagined or thought about doing before.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Greenberg on Art Criticism: An Interview by T. J. Clark
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.-Art criticism is difficult
-There are no specific guidelines for how to write art criticism, one can use reason, intuition, philosophy or aesthetics
-All art criticism deals with relevance
-Art isn't just about personal taste, but the experience that an art work brings
2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Criticism project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
I think that there were at least a few points made in this video that will be useful for my project. In particular when Clement Greenberg spoke of the importance of the experience an art work provides and its inspiration being more important and relevant than one's personal tastes will help me to look further into art works I may have chosen to look past before due to superficiality.
3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of art criticism?
I think the film was a little over my head. A good deal of the things it covered I do not feel will have any particular relevance to my project, but it is good to have a background on criticism before trying to be a critic. On the other hand, the information that was useful for my project was extremely useful so I think overall the video is a good one.
Greenberg on Pollock: An Interview by T. J. Clark
-Aesthetic appeal is more important for successful artwork than technique
-Pieces that have new style and or new techniques are not always appreciated right away
-No one can predict whether a work of art will be successful or not
-There is no set formula for creating masterpieces
2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Criticism project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
Yes, this will help me to think about and understand what artists go through as they try new techniques, and original styles. It helped me to realize how risky actions of artists often are, and how unpredictable the world of art is which is important to think about when thinking about how and why artists do things the way they do.
3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of art criticism?
This film is a good one for this project because it covers a lot about art criticism and how criticism and the success or failure of a work affects the artists who create them.
An Introduction to the Italian Renaissance
-The Italian Renaissance returned to many of the characteristics utilized by ancient Romans
-Biblical scenes, nudes, and new views of animals can all be seen in this time
-Many Italian Renaissance artists experimented with light and shadow
2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Criticism project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
This video could help with my project if I critique any work from the time period of the Italian Renaissance, or ancient Rome.
3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of art criticism?
This video shows how artwork is often influenced by things that came before, whether just before or from ancient times, which is important to recognize when trying to critique something.
The Critics: Stories from the Inside Pages
-Art criticism although not appreciated by all, does serve an undeniable purpose to stir the pot and get people thinking
-Criticism can serve as entertainment
-Criticism can help get artists recognized, or help them get their big break
-Not all criticism is tastefully done, or done well
-Criticism is not the final say on a piece of art, no matter who the critic is that does the critiquing
2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Criticism project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
This relates to my project because it showed me that my critique can be written many different ways, even as entertainment which I am now probably going to try to do on my project!
3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of art criticism?
I liked how this film showed that not all criticism is done well and that the critic doesn't always have a final say on a piece of art. It gave a realistic view of criticism; the positives and the negatives. Also, the video shows just how unpredictable how successful a piece of art can be.
The Colonial Encounter: Views of Non-Western Art and Culture
-Craft type art has not always been recognized by critics
-Nationalism can often be seen in art and critics have commented on what view cultures have of foreigners based from works of art
2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Criticism project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
I think that this could relate to my project if I end up critiquing art with hints of nationalism, or even with craft because these were two major topics of the video.
3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of art criticism?
I found it interesting and thought provoking to learn that craft art was not always respected or covered by art critics and watching this video made me interested in trying to critique craft type art.
Jackson Pollock: Michael Fried and T. J. Clark in Conversation
-Art critics are often able to uncover deeper meanings of art works that may have gone unnoticed by untrained observers
-Art critics do not always agree and can have strongly opposing views
-This does not make one critic right and the other wrong, they just have different schools of though
2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Criticism project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
I will feel more comfortable trying to do my own critiquing of art knowing that even if I do not have the same views as my professor, other students or even known art critics it does not make my view wrong; I can have a different critique and that is okay.
3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of art criticism?
This video definitely added to my understanding of art criticism; just like there is no single formula for successful art I recognize that there is no one way to critique art.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Violence in Art
For this project I really enjoyed the opportunity to expose myself to so much art. The process of narrowing down what theme and which images I wanted to use for my exhibit was difficult because there is so much art out there. You can find any type of art on any topic so I had to do a lot of research. I picked the theme of violence in art because I felt moved by many of the images I found based on this theme and also I felt that this topic crosses boundaries of culture and society and could be understood and appreciated by anyone on an emotional level.
I debated whether or not to use images that all fit the same movement or period of art, but instead decided to pick an array of images with different types of paintings and drawings to show how prevalent the violence is in art.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Video Review Week 11
The Impact of Cubism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because I recognized cubism; I know what it is and have seen it before so I thought that it would be interesting to watch and learn more about the subject.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-the cubism movement took a great deal of influence from African tribes
-cubism is recognized as the most influential style of the 20th century
-cubism uses techniques like abstraction and collage
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video related to the text by extending on what we learned about cubism and showing us many more artists that had key roles in the cubism movement such as Kazimir Malevich and Umberto Boccioni.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I think this video was a very good portrayal of the cubism movement. It was able to include a lot more information about this particular movement than the text because it could go into more depth and show so many more examples, while also explaining more about how cubism came about and where cubism came from in the the first place.
Expressionism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because I really enjoyed the expressionism section in the textbook, and I have always thought that art and emotion go hand in hand which is a key concept of this movement.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-expressionism utilizes color to explore connections with emotion
-in addition to color, subject matter of expressionist works of art often draw out emotional responses not just from artists but also from the viewers
-this led to expressionism being quite controversial because many people felt it invaded the privacy of their emotions
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I think this video added a lot more to understanding that artists from this movement were not always appreciated and recognized right away, such as with Edvard Munch's painting Scream which is now recognized by most societies.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video really explored how a few artists in particular played huge roles in the expressionism movement, which I think is a hard concept to grasp so seeing and listening to it again was extremely beneficial. It is easy to look back at something in the past, but this video shows how it occurred during the movement and didn't just look back on it.
Dada and Surrealism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because surrealism is so different I was sure that I would see and learn some very interesting things.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-surrealism uses symbolism, abstraction and emotion among other things to explore new terms
-surrealism ranges from society and politics to dreams and the subconscious in subject matters
-surrealism avoids reality
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The videos explored many surrealist subjects and artists that were in the text such as Salvador Dali and WWI, but it also showed us more examples of surrealism and surrealist artists that are not as common (at least to me) such as Man Ray's "La Fortune".
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I really like this video. It really showed me how art can relate to other subjects and I especially found the exploration of dreams, imagination and the subconscious super interesting and it all seemed to relate a lot to a philosophy class I am currently taking, too.
Matisse and Picasso
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because I actually recognized the names of these artists outside of this course, so I thought it would be nice to learn more about them.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-Matisse and Picasso are both renowned artists
-Matisse is known for rational, organized and purposeful art
-Picasso is known for his impulsive, abstract and unpredictable art
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video followed the careers of two world famous artists. It followed their individual paths, which were extremely different, that both led to success and an everlasting impression in the world of art.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video captured the concept of how different movements and trends and artists could all be relevant at overlapping times and places. It is cool to see how too totally different artists could coexist and be so successful.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Blog Making Mask
Creating a mask was cool. I liked researching all of the different types of mask and choosing my own that inspired me. There were so many different directions to go with this project that it took me longer to think of what I wanted to do than to actually do it because of all of the different ideas I had. If this project had been a few weeks earlier maybe I could've made something to use as a Halloween costume, haha!
Friday, November 4, 2011
Video Review
African Art
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because African art interests me a great deal, as does African culture. It is one of my dreams to travel there one day.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-art is a part of daily life in African culture (ritual masks, tools, utensils, clothing, etc.)
-rituals included art works and preformances for different purposes including wishing for successful hunts
-African art is conceptual; comes from the artist's mind
-African art differs according to which tribe/location you are looking at
-crafts were important to all African cultures
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video went into much more depth than the book did about African art. Instead of just a few pages, it was like having an entire chapter dedicated to this areas art, which is important because it differs greatly depending on where and what African tribe you are dealing with.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I liked how this video reiterated some of the information from the text. IT really emphasized the importance of crafts not just in one or most African tribes, but in all of them I think that is important. We were also to see more about the rituals that we read about in the text, which obviously meant a great deal to these cultures since everyday life was centered around them.
Buddhism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.I chose this video because I am going to Thailand in January and I think that having a better understanding of Buddhism or even a basic understanding will help me appreciate more of the culture while I am there.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-symbolism is often used in Buddhist art
-architecture is an important form of art in the form of temples and shrines
-Buddhist shrines can be found in NY, not just in the far east
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video related to the text in that it not only gave some history and background on Buddhism, but it built on that and explored the different types of art that are important to this religion and culture. I like that the video brought in Buddhism in New York and the US in general because in recent years there has been a substantial movement to Buddhism here.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I think that not only did this video add to the depth and understanding from the class, but it will add to my future experiences when I visit and see shrines first hand. I will be able to recognize and appreciate the symbolism and understand the idea of "tanha" that is behind all of their art somewhere.
Hinduism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I do not know much about Hinduism and I feel like it is commonly mistaken with other eastern religions so I would like to learn more about it.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-heavy symbolism use
-many Gods are recognized in artwork and in prayer
-artwork is intricate and decorative
-ancient Hindu temples and shrines still exist today
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video relates to the text in alot of ways. Hindu artwork is a perfect example of the spiritual realm in art, because Hinduism is such a spiritual religion.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
Learning about a religion and culture that is new doesn't only add understanding and perspective to what I know from the text but it adds to how one can tolerate and understand other cultures in life. I think that this video about Hinduism would be a great way for art to be used to explain aspects of a culture.
The Great Wave
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because I enjoy Japanese art and have noticed the prevalence of waves in this culture's art and wonder if it stemmed from this one iconic piece, or if this piece was created because waves were commonly used.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-The Great Wave is the most iconic piece of Japanese art
-it utilizes the "hanging world" technique
-some interpret this piece as a symbolic self portrait of the artist and his morals
-although this image can be seen on t-shirts and coffee cups, only a few of the historical prints exist
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I think that this video goes a lot with the chapter in which we learned about iconography, because of the different interpretations of this iconic image. Before watching the video I would have found it very difficult to believe that one could interpret this image as a self portrait of the artist, but now I understand how through symbolism this is a valid thought.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video made me think a lot about other famous images that have become very popular such as the legendary photograph of the kissing couple during WW2. I think that like that photograph, The Great Wave has lost a lot of it's value with the popularity of it. People stop looking into the piece deeply and only see the surface just like how I had no idea this piece was so symbolic even though I had actually seen it before.
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because African art interests me a great deal, as does African culture. It is one of my dreams to travel there one day.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-art is a part of daily life in African culture (ritual masks, tools, utensils, clothing, etc.)
-rituals included art works and preformances for different purposes including wishing for successful hunts
-African art is conceptual; comes from the artist's mind
-African art differs according to which tribe/location you are looking at
-crafts were important to all African cultures
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video went into much more depth than the book did about African art. Instead of just a few pages, it was like having an entire chapter dedicated to this areas art, which is important because it differs greatly depending on where and what African tribe you are dealing with.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I liked how this video reiterated some of the information from the text. IT really emphasized the importance of crafts not just in one or most African tribes, but in all of them I think that is important. We were also to see more about the rituals that we read about in the text, which obviously meant a great deal to these cultures since everyday life was centered around them.
Buddhism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.I chose this video because I am going to Thailand in January and I think that having a better understanding of Buddhism or even a basic understanding will help me appreciate more of the culture while I am there.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-symbolism is often used in Buddhist art
-architecture is an important form of art in the form of temples and shrines
-Buddhist shrines can be found in NY, not just in the far east
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video related to the text in that it not only gave some history and background on Buddhism, but it built on that and explored the different types of art that are important to this religion and culture. I like that the video brought in Buddhism in New York and the US in general because in recent years there has been a substantial movement to Buddhism here.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I think that not only did this video add to the depth and understanding from the class, but it will add to my future experiences when I visit and see shrines first hand. I will be able to recognize and appreciate the symbolism and understand the idea of "tanha" that is behind all of their art somewhere.
Hinduism
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I do not know much about Hinduism and I feel like it is commonly mistaken with other eastern religions so I would like to learn more about it.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-heavy symbolism use
-many Gods are recognized in artwork and in prayer
-artwork is intricate and decorative
-ancient Hindu temples and shrines still exist today
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video relates to the text in alot of ways. Hindu artwork is a perfect example of the spiritual realm in art, because Hinduism is such a spiritual religion.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
Learning about a religion and culture that is new doesn't only add understanding and perspective to what I know from the text but it adds to how one can tolerate and understand other cultures in life. I think that this video about Hinduism would be a great way for art to be used to explain aspects of a culture.
The Great Wave
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose this video because I enjoy Japanese art and have noticed the prevalence of waves in this culture's art and wonder if it stemmed from this one iconic piece, or if this piece was created because waves were commonly used.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-The Great Wave is the most iconic piece of Japanese art
-it utilizes the "hanging world" technique
-some interpret this piece as a symbolic self portrait of the artist and his morals
-although this image can be seen on t-shirts and coffee cups, only a few of the historical prints exist
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I think that this video goes a lot with the chapter in which we learned about iconography, because of the different interpretations of this iconic image. Before watching the video I would have found it very difficult to believe that one could interpret this image as a self portrait of the artist, but now I understand how through symbolism this is a valid thought.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video made me think a lot about other famous images that have become very popular such as the legendary photograph of the kissing couple during WW2. I think that like that photograph, The Great Wave has lost a lot of it's value with the popularity of it. People stop looking into the piece deeply and only see the surface just like how I had no idea this piece was so symbolic even though I had actually seen it before.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Exploring Line
The hand on the left was drawn by my dominant hand, and the hand on the right by my non dominant hand.
1. What was it like using your hand as subject matter for a drawing?
I liked using my hand as a subject matter because i could easily manipulate the angle from which I was seeing it, which side of it I drew or how I chose to pose it. I felt like I could draw my hand a million times and each drawing could be different, yet still be of my hand.
2. What media did you select - pencil or charcoal? Why?
I chose pencil because the last time I chose charcoal it was messy and difficult to deal with. I would like to try it again, but not for an assignment in which I have to use my non dominant hand--that would be a little much without practice.
3. How did it feel to create a drawing with your non-dominant hand?
Drawing with my non dominant hand felt extremely awkward. I did not have the same control, and definitely did not feel as comfortable (which is even apparent in the pose I chose for my non dominant drawing.
4. Compare and contrast your final drawings. Do you think they are successful studies?
I think that they are successful studies, but if we have another non dominant vs. dominant piece I should go to an extreme with my non dominant hand. Since I know it's not going to look exactly like my dominant hand drawing I should be okay with that and not try to hide it but take it to another level.
5. Would you consider using your non-dominant hand to create artwork in the future?
I definitely would use my non dominant hand again, maybe next time it wouldn't feel as awkward.
Video Review
The Drawings of Michelangelo
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.I chose this video because Michelangelo is such an iconic person, and although I know enough about him to understand a reference to him or one of his more famous works I would like to know more about him.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-Michelangelo was a perfectionest
-he drafted many, many sketches before creating final copies of his work to achieve exactly the image he wanted
-Michelangelo also researched and studied before starting on works
-Michelangelo prided himself with teaching himself his own techniques of art
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I think that this waa a good video to watch on top of the text because of the prepratory work and thumbnail sketches that it showed, because if the textbook included all of the sketches that came before the final images it shows it would easily be hundreds of pages longer.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video kind of helped me to see better why we need to have practice sketches handed in alongside our final projects for this class, not only so you can see that we spent time on it, but so you can see the evolution of our work. It also taught me why you don't have us just work blindly and we research and watch videos and do readings so we can be well informed and our resulting projects wil reach their potential.
Velazquez
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.I chose this video because I did not recognize this artist, and I came into this class with relatively no knowlegdge of artists and works that I liked so I see this as a chance to explore a new artist's works and styles and see if I prefer them.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-Velazquez painted things naturally, as there were and did not pose and stylize them
-emotions such as sympathy are evident in his paitings (esp. those of deformed people)
-he believed in simple religious paintings so their meanings could be simply understood
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I liked how Velazquez's techniques differed from a lot of artists we have learned about so far, especially regarding religious paintings. Most that we have seen so far have been so elegant and intricate and almost overwhelming, but Velazquez kept them simple which to me seems much more spiritual.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
It is good to be reminded about artists that are and were truly individuals because sometimes for our projects I feel like I have to create something in the same guidelines that the artists featured in the text or the film followed, but Velazquez did things differently and is a renowned artist because of this.
The Night Watch
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.I chose this video based solely on the title, it really interested me because I wanted to know what it was about. I wondered if it was actually about a night watch or a painting named The Night Watch or maybe a night watch who was also a painter.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
Rembrandt used many elements and principles in The Night Watch including:
-light
-perspective
-movement
-composition/balance
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video related more to me with the chapter in which we explored the elements and principles of art, because looking at the painting The Night Watch it is very obvious how thought out Rembrandt's use of these tools was and how that planning and use led to the successfulness of this painting.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I will take a lot from this video, by recognizing and searching for elements and principles when looking at others' works.
The Power of Art: Caravaggio
1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.I liked the title of this art and chose it because I feel that art is a very powerful thing and like to see artists use their works to say or do something and I thought that this would have that.
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-Caravaggio painted dramatic scenes from everyday life whether or not they were what audiences wanted to see
-not only did he use models from the present day and off of the street, but he brought historical and biblical events into the present day
-the violence and chaos in Caravaggio's art came from his real life
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
Again, I liked learning more about an artist that is not focused on in the text. I think the more artists and works I am exposed to the more of a perspective I can develop and use when I am analyzing and evaluating pieces.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I found myself thinking about writers in American history, such as E.A.Poe, when watching this video because his erratic life manifested in his stories, just as Caravaggio's did in his artworks. It really made me think about where inspiration comes from.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Video Reviews
1. Explain why you selected each of the three videos you choose from the selection listed above.
I chose the videos randomly from the list, only based on their titles. The ones I selected were Cairo Museum, The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and the Human Figure, and A World Inscribed: The Illuminated Manuscript.
Cairo Museum
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-the Cairo Museum has over 160,000 artifacts
-only half are on display
-some of the artifacts stored have not even been opened, even though they have been there for years
-tombs are still being discovered and each discovery will lead to more artifacts for the Cairo Museum
-it takes a long time, years even, to excavate tombs and preserve the artifacts before they are brought to the museum
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The video showed us the process of how the artifacts we saw images of in the book were discovered and excavated, also we were able to see many more artifacts from ancient Egypt.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I really liked this film and was glad that I picked it because it showed how much work goes into discovering, preserving, transporting and displaying artifacts so that others can observe them today.
The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and the Human Figure
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-the Greeks were obsessed with perfection
-the architecture of the Greeks serves as an example for architects still to this day for monuments and important political buildings
-the human body, movement, strength and beauty were very important to Greek sculptures
-the Greeks obsession with beauty is still seen in cultures that exist today
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The videos were able to show us many more examples and much more detail to the Greek sculptures and architecture that have influenced almost all cultures since their existence.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
The video went into more detail about the Greeks obsession with beauty and strength and the human body, bringing in ties with the Olympic Games and how the athletes competed nude, and how that obsession still exists in societies today.
A World Inscribed: The Illuminated Manuscript
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
- the monks are greatly responsible for the survival of any written works from as far back as the fifth century
-many believed that transcribing the texts alleviated their sins
-books were not as common because they were much more labor intensive to create
-the lack of books led to a lack of literacy with common people
- once the development of the printing press occurred books were available much more readily, and led to an increase of literacy
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video related to the text because in our readings this week we learned about the influence of the Catholic church in art and architecture. Throughout the semester so far we have learned about how spirituality and religion are very important to art and how it has evolved; there is even a theme of art called the spiritual realm.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video taught me that not only was religion important to how art has evolved into what it is today, but also education, and preservation. Without the monks so many of the ancient transcripts we have today would be only guessed or wondered about, we would not have them to know what they are or what they said.
More Human Than Human
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-throughout history the human body has been portrayed in stylistic, idealized, and realistically
-although the way it has been portrayed has changed it has always been portrayed
-exaggeration of body parts by ancient artist may not have only been stylistic but they could also have been biological
-ancient artifacts are being studied by scientists in attempts to understand ancient cultures
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video took everything we learned in the text and brought it further. It showed how there are studies going on today looking back at ancient art trying to understand trends in art and what was in the minds of the ancient cultures that created them.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This film explored the portrayal of the human body in much more detail than the text, showing just how it has changed over time (Greek) and how in some cultures it stayed consistent (Egypt) to how today it has changed yet again.
I chose the videos randomly from the list, only based on their titles. The ones I selected were Cairo Museum, The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and the Human Figure, and A World Inscribed: The Illuminated Manuscript.
Cairo Museum
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-the Cairo Museum has over 160,000 artifacts
-only half are on display
-some of the artifacts stored have not even been opened, even though they have been there for years
-tombs are still being discovered and each discovery will lead to more artifacts for the Cairo Museum
-it takes a long time, years even, to excavate tombs and preserve the artifacts before they are brought to the museum
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The video showed us the process of how the artifacts we saw images of in the book were discovered and excavated, also we were able to see many more artifacts from ancient Egypt.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
I really liked this film and was glad that I picked it because it showed how much work goes into discovering, preserving, transporting and displaying artifacts so that others can observe them today.
The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and the Human Figure
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-the Greeks were obsessed with perfection
-the architecture of the Greeks serves as an example for architects still to this day for monuments and important political buildings
-the human body, movement, strength and beauty were very important to Greek sculptures
-the Greeks obsession with beauty is still seen in cultures that exist today
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The videos were able to show us many more examples and much more detail to the Greek sculptures and architecture that have influenced almost all cultures since their existence.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
The video went into more detail about the Greeks obsession with beauty and strength and the human body, bringing in ties with the Olympic Games and how the athletes competed nude, and how that obsession still exists in societies today.
A World Inscribed: The Illuminated Manuscript
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
- the monks are greatly responsible for the survival of any written works from as far back as the fifth century
-many believed that transcribing the texts alleviated their sins
-books were not as common because they were much more labor intensive to create
-the lack of books led to a lack of literacy with common people
- once the development of the printing press occurred books were available much more readily, and led to an increase of literacy
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video related to the text because in our readings this week we learned about the influence of the Catholic church in art and architecture. Throughout the semester so far we have learned about how spirituality and religion are very important to art and how it has evolved; there is even a theme of art called the spiritual realm.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This video taught me that not only was religion important to how art has evolved into what it is today, but also education, and preservation. Without the monks so many of the ancient transcripts we have today would be only guessed or wondered about, we would not have them to know what they are or what they said.
More Human Than Human
2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-throughout history the human body has been portrayed in stylistic, idealized, and realistically
-although the way it has been portrayed has changed it has always been portrayed
-exaggeration of body parts by ancient artist may not have only been stylistic but they could also have been biological
-ancient artifacts are being studied by scientists in attempts to understand ancient cultures
3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video took everything we learned in the text and brought it further. It showed how there are studies going on today looking back at ancient art trying to understand trends in art and what was in the minds of the ancient cultures that created them.
4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?
This film explored the portrayal of the human body in much more detail than the text, showing just how it has changed over time (Greek) and how in some cultures it stayed consistent (Egypt) to how today it has changed yet again.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Video Review
Prairie Style
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-Frank Lloyd Wright created a new type of architecture called prairie style
-Prairie style architecture is characterized by:
-horizontal planes
-natural transitions into the natural environment
-low ceilings
-lots of windows
-covered porches/patios
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This gave us a very deep perspective into a specific style of architecture created by Frank Lloyd Wright. We were able to see examples of multiple homes he created and pretty much take virtual tours of the homes, also we heard the opinions of other experts and architects as well as those living in homes he's created.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
I like the films, I think I was able to learn a lot more about architecture than in the reading because of what I could see. It wasn't just hearing people say that Wright used horizontal banding or built to emphasize the environment not separate from it, but I was able to see these examples.
Architecture: The Science of Design
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-skyscrapers are not only built up, but they also have extensive underground structure (foundations)
-skyscrapers actually move due to wind, their movement is limited and measured yes, but even the best built skyscrapers sway
-computers are being placed in homes to control electrical settings
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
In this case the video definitely added a shock factor, and alot more interest to what we learned in the text. Showing the information via video is more interesting and easier to pay attention to than text and on top of that showing things like how skyscrapers sway gets viewers interested and I know it definitely stayed in my interest longer.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
I liked seeing the actual wind tunnel testing on skyscraper models take place, that is something that even if you read about you would definitely not have the same understanding or appreciation for it without seeing it.
Classical Architecture
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
characteristics of classical architecture:
-harmony
-balance
-proportion
-columns
-domes
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The video enables us to see what it is the text is telling us about. It is (obviously) very visual and seeing examples of what we learn about gives us another perspective.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
This film showed how classical architecture has been around throughout the ages, used by the Greeks and Romans thousands of years ago and still used for monuments and important buildings today.
Last Call for Plant Earth: Sustainable Development and Architecture
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
The way we have been building in recent years has not been energy efficient and can be modified in many ways such as:
-ventilation
-underfloor heating and cooling
-using ambient light
-better insulation
-using passive sunlight
-living roofs
-reusing materials/old building instead of building entirely new ones
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The video went into a lot more depth about this subject than the book did, I think this is because it is a relatively new discipline.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
This film was particularly interesting to me because it shows how dynamic architecture is and how it is changing as our world is changing. People are seeing in the environment that there is a need for change and now changes are being researched, developed and implemented.
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-Frank Lloyd Wright created a new type of architecture called prairie style
-Prairie style architecture is characterized by:
-horizontal planes
-natural transitions into the natural environment
-low ceilings
-lots of windows
-covered porches/patios
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This gave us a very deep perspective into a specific style of architecture created by Frank Lloyd Wright. We were able to see examples of multiple homes he created and pretty much take virtual tours of the homes, also we heard the opinions of other experts and architects as well as those living in homes he's created.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
I like the films, I think I was able to learn a lot more about architecture than in the reading because of what I could see. It wasn't just hearing people say that Wright used horizontal banding or built to emphasize the environment not separate from it, but I was able to see these examples.
Architecture: The Science of Design
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-skyscrapers are not only built up, but they also have extensive underground structure (foundations)
-skyscrapers actually move due to wind, their movement is limited and measured yes, but even the best built skyscrapers sway
-computers are being placed in homes to control electrical settings
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
In this case the video definitely added a shock factor, and alot more interest to what we learned in the text. Showing the information via video is more interesting and easier to pay attention to than text and on top of that showing things like how skyscrapers sway gets viewers interested and I know it definitely stayed in my interest longer.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
I liked seeing the actual wind tunnel testing on skyscraper models take place, that is something that even if you read about you would definitely not have the same understanding or appreciation for it without seeing it.
Classical Architecture
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
characteristics of classical architecture:
-harmony
-balance
-proportion
-columns
-domes
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The video enables us to see what it is the text is telling us about. It is (obviously) very visual and seeing examples of what we learn about gives us another perspective.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
This film showed how classical architecture has been around throughout the ages, used by the Greeks and Romans thousands of years ago and still used for monuments and important buildings today.
Last Call for Plant Earth: Sustainable Development and Architecture
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
The way we have been building in recent years has not been energy efficient and can be modified in many ways such as:
-ventilation
-underfloor heating and cooling
-using ambient light
-better insulation
-using passive sunlight
-living roofs
-reusing materials/old building instead of building entirely new ones
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The video went into a lot more depth about this subject than the book did, I think this is because it is a relatively new discipline.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
This film was particularly interesting to me because it shows how dynamic architecture is and how it is changing as our world is changing. People are seeing in the environment that there is a need for change and now changes are being researched, developed and implemented.
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Installation Art
Step 3:
A. Installation art is hard for me to define; so taking influence from the definitions in the book and in the video I believe what can be defined about installation art is that it takes up a place and a space, it is three dimensional.
B. Installation art is not limited by materials, it can be made up of anything.
C. Installation art is chosen over other forms of art to get the viewers to interact with the art work.
D. I found Marchel Duchamp's views on art and installations interesting because his use of everyday objects caused a great deal of controversy with other artists yet he continued to use them in way that made them art.
Step 4:
4. The subject matter of my installation is cosmetics, and other items used to alter your appearance. There is makeup, tanning lotion, hair spray, colored contact lenses, accessories, etc. These items are loosely arranged in the order they are used and what part of the body they are used with.
5. I think the main principle that stands out in my picture is unity. This is because as much as these items all look and are so different and might seem randomly arranged, when you look at them closer and see what they really are you know that they are unified together.
6. I think that so far out of all of the hands on projects that I have done for this class the process of planning and creating a site specific installation has been the most involved. It took a lot more thought, time, planning and trial and error type trials and then changes than any of the other projects so far.
A. Installation art is hard for me to define; so taking influence from the definitions in the book and in the video I believe what can be defined about installation art is that it takes up a place and a space, it is three dimensional.
B. Installation art is not limited by materials, it can be made up of anything.
C. Installation art is chosen over other forms of art to get the viewers to interact with the art work.
D. I found Marchel Duchamp's views on art and installations interesting because his use of everyday objects caused a great deal of controversy with other artists yet he continued to use them in way that made them art.
Step 4:
A. I feel a connection with a lot of the pieces in the, but one that stood out to me was
B. The theme that I would like to explore in my installation is self.
C. To do so I plan on using objects that I use to get ready everyday, the things I use to give my self an appearance I am proud of and the image of myself that is most seen and that I use to define myself.
D. I plan on setting this installation in either my bedroom in front of my mirror where I get ready and because it is the most personal place to me in this house, or in the bathroom because that is another common place that I get my self ready in the morning. 4. The subject matter of my installation is cosmetics, and other items used to alter your appearance. There is makeup, tanning lotion, hair spray, colored contact lenses, accessories, etc. These items are loosely arranged in the order they are used and what part of the body they are used with.
5. I think the main principle that stands out in my picture is unity. This is because as much as these items all look and are so different and might seem randomly arranged, when you look at them closer and see what they really are you know that they are unified together.
6. I think that so far out of all of the hands on projects that I have done for this class the process of planning and creating a site specific installation has been the most involved. It took a lot more thought, time, planning and trial and error type trials and then changes than any of the other projects so far.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Reviewing Peer Responses
The blogs I reviewed were:
Lauren's Blog
AED200 online
1. I definitely saw and agreed with the elements and principles that the artists listed with pictures. Without even explanation it is so easy to see the same thing that others saw and that makes me think that these elements and principles definitely run true as guidelines because different people can see things in the same way.
2. Neither of the blogs I looked at had any of the same images I did, because I went to a different art gallery than I did. I like the fact that there were different art works than I had because I was exposed to a lot more art than I would have been if I had gone to the same art gallery as the ones I selected. On the other hand, I would've been interested to see if people had picked the same works as me if they went to the same gallery and for the same categories, like which you want to know more about, etc.
3. Lauren selected an art piece Jakob/Big Psycho VIII by Erwin Wurm that really took my interest. From her photo I can tell it is a color sculpture that is quite abstract. I wonder what it is that the sculpture is supposed to represent and if Lauren got it right because her interpretation sits well with me. Also, in the other blog I was really interested by the wall drawing by LeWitt. The artist mentioned that the drawing is made up of all of little scribbles and drawings so I really would like to see it close up!
4. I enjoyed reading my peers reflections because it shows you the perspective of other people and what they are getting from this course, which in turn helps you to reflect even more on what you are getting from the course. Also, knowing other peoples perspectives helps you to be more understanding and more tolerant of others views and opinions and is a good skill to have in life.
5. I like the comments on my blog because I like to know that my images not only mean something to me but other people can get something from my perspective and opinions, too, which makes me feel like a good contributer to this class.
Lauren's Blog
AED200 online
1. I definitely saw and agreed with the elements and principles that the artists listed with pictures. Without even explanation it is so easy to see the same thing that others saw and that makes me think that these elements and principles definitely run true as guidelines because different people can see things in the same way.
2. Neither of the blogs I looked at had any of the same images I did, because I went to a different art gallery than I did. I like the fact that there were different art works than I had because I was exposed to a lot more art than I would have been if I had gone to the same art gallery as the ones I selected. On the other hand, I would've been interested to see if people had picked the same works as me if they went to the same gallery and for the same categories, like which you want to know more about, etc.
3. Lauren selected an art piece Jakob/Big Psycho VIII by Erwin Wurm that really took my interest. From her photo I can tell it is a color sculpture that is quite abstract. I wonder what it is that the sculpture is supposed to represent and if Lauren got it right because her interpretation sits well with me. Also, in the other blog I was really interested by the wall drawing by LeWitt. The artist mentioned that the drawing is made up of all of little scribbles and drawings so I really would like to see it close up!
4. I enjoyed reading my peers reflections because it shows you the perspective of other people and what they are getting from this course, which in turn helps you to reflect even more on what you are getting from the course. Also, knowing other peoples perspectives helps you to be more understanding and more tolerant of others views and opinions and is a good skill to have in life.
5. I like the comments on my blog because I like to know that my images not only mean something to me but other people can get something from my perspective and opinions, too, which makes me feel like a good contributer to this class.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Through the Eyes of a Sculptor
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-perspective is important in restorative sculpture (to put the restorers in the mind set of the original artists who created the work being restored)
-to create a sculpture a lot of planning must be done; and these plans can include sketching, modeling and even creating molds
-picking the proper medium and perfect piece of quarry marble is important to the process of creating sculptures
-geometric shapes are heavily relied on for sculpting
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video supplemented what was read about in the text adding the perspective of a particular sculpture who was able to share his passion through showing and explaining what it is he does and how he does it when he creates his sculptures and restores those of others.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?
This film adds a lot of depth to my understanding of sculpture because seeing something done gives you so much more perspective about the subject and those who make a living by sculpting.
Glass and Ceramics
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-there are many different kinds of glass that you can create by adding minerals, metals and other materials
-glass blowing and stained glass are very different techniques
-glass work is more than craft and fine art, it has also been used more frequently in structural and architectural work of recent
-ceramics are extremely strong and extremely heat resistant
-ceramics can be used for prosthesis
-ceramics are much lighter than metal
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I liked how this video added to the modern day applications of these art and craft techniques.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?
This video specifically adds depth to my understanding of craft; specifically glass and ceramic work. Seeing these techniques of glass blowing and heating and cooling ceramics show just how precise these techniques are and the skill needed to be used to be successful with them.
Installation Art
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-installation art is hard to define; it incorporates as many forms of art as the artist is moved to incorporate and in whatever way he or she is moved to do so
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I feel like the text did not give me a clear enough definition of installation art, I wasn't sure I quite understood it even after doing the reading but after the video I feel like there was a reason for my uncertainty because installation art is hard to define. The video made me feel a little more comfortable with my understanding by showing me that installation art can be used to describe a plethora of art works.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?
I learned that there is not one set of guidelines for this type of art it can be many different things and it can include many different things, and it can be one of the most unique forms of art in my opinion.
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-perspective is important in restorative sculpture (to put the restorers in the mind set of the original artists who created the work being restored)
-to create a sculpture a lot of planning must be done; and these plans can include sketching, modeling and even creating molds
-picking the proper medium and perfect piece of quarry marble is important to the process of creating sculptures
-geometric shapes are heavily relied on for sculpting
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
This video supplemented what was read about in the text adding the perspective of a particular sculpture who was able to share his passion through showing and explaining what it is he does and how he does it when he creates his sculptures and restores those of others.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?
This film adds a lot of depth to my understanding of sculpture because seeing something done gives you so much more perspective about the subject and those who make a living by sculpting.
Glass and Ceramics
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-there are many different kinds of glass that you can create by adding minerals, metals and other materials
-glass blowing and stained glass are very different techniques
-glass work is more than craft and fine art, it has also been used more frequently in structural and architectural work of recent
-ceramics are extremely strong and extremely heat resistant
-ceramics can be used for prosthesis
-ceramics are much lighter than metal
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I liked how this video added to the modern day applications of these art and craft techniques.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?
This video specifically adds depth to my understanding of craft; specifically glass and ceramic work. Seeing these techniques of glass blowing and heating and cooling ceramics show just how precise these techniques are and the skill needed to be used to be successful with them.
Installation Art
1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.
-installation art is hard to define; it incorporates as many forms of art as the artist is moved to incorporate and in whatever way he or she is moved to do so
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
I feel like the text did not give me a clear enough definition of installation art, I wasn't sure I quite understood it even after doing the reading but after the video I feel like there was a reason for my uncertainty because installation art is hard to define. The video made me feel a little more comfortable with my understanding by showing me that installation art can be used to describe a plethora of art works.
3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?
I learned that there is not one set of guidelines for this type of art it can be many different things and it can include many different things, and it can be one of the most unique forms of art in my opinion.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Responding to Artwork
I visited the art gallery the Burchfield Penney, and thoroughly enjoyed the visit. Here are some of my favorite images, some of the most moving, and some I thought showed the most skill...
3 artworks that made an impact or impression on me and why:
George Eggers and Bolton Brown, Untitled, 1925, lithograph on paper.
This piece made an impression on me because of how beautiful it is. The subject is ruins of a temple of some sort and amid all of the ruin and destruction a lot of beauty lies in the artwork, not a superficial beauty but beauty that can still be seen in the presence of ugly and it must take immense talent to be able to show that.
Alexis Jean Fournier, Snowbound, 1904, oil on canvas.
This painting made an impression on me because of the quality of the painting. Standing back just six feet or so from where it was hanging it looked like a photograph. The artist who made it must have amazing talent and I would definitely be interested in looking up more of their work.
George Eggers, Breakfast at Timberline, 1924, lithograph on paper.
This image is interesting because I am not sure what about it made it leave such an impression on me, but it really stuck with me. The longer I looked at it the more I was seeing in the debris. It gave me a sort of eerie feeling, but all at the same time I really enjoyed looking at it.
3 artworks I felt a connection with and why:
Grace Beals, Forest Setting, 1915, oil on canvas.
This painting meant a lot to me and I felt a deep connection with because Autumn has always been my favorite season, but more than my favorite because favorite isn't a strong enough word to describe it. Autumn is like home to me, I feel like I am the happiest, and healthiest, and get the most out of life in Autumn and this painting made me so excited for this coming fall.
Charles Burchfield, Study for A Small Town in August,1926, crayon and watercolor wash on paper.
I felt a connection with this piece because it felt very familiar to me. I grew up in a small town, the same small town both of my parents grew up in and one set of grandparents. This piece reminded me of old pictures from my grandparents in downtown Waterloo. It was a cool feeling, being taken back to a time I had only visited through stories and photographs from those who actually experienced it.
Claire Shuttleworth, Niagra Falls, 1913, oil on canvas.
I felt a connection with this painting because I felt like it was something I had seen before, as if I had seen that exact view of Niagra Falls before, even though the painting was created almost a century before I had ever seen the Falls.
3 artworks I would like to know more about and why:
John L. Garretson, Untitled, Undated, bromoil photograph.
This photograph alone drew my attention; I wanted to know who the woman was, whether the artist knew her, whether she knew he was taking a picture, where she was, so many questions came to my mind and then when seeing that it was untitled and undated my curiosity grew even more. Naturally I am a very curious person so I will definitely have to look up more about this artwork, since the art gallery left me hungry for more information about it.
Steina, Pyroglyphs, 1994, 3 Video Projections.
Viewing this artwork was a moving experience. Three huge video screens covered in flickering flames, the only light in a dark room, and the sound of a crackling fire playing from speakers hidden in the dark; not only is fire alone sort of hypnotizing, but on that scale it was almost overwhelming. I looked at it for so long, and watched the flames dancing. I would really like to know what message the artist wanted to convey with this; maybe the power of fire? Or, the beauty of it? I do not know, but it made me contemplate a lot of things.
Marion Faller, Portrait of Hollis Frampton, 1975, gelatin silver print.
This photograph was another that made me wonder what the artist was trying to convey. It is a very interesting artwork, and it almost made me think of Plato's Allegory of the Cave and when the prisoner sees the first rays of sun and it hurts his eyes. I don't quite know why it made me think of this, but it did and that made me wonder what the artist could have wanted me to get from it. Is it an analogy for humans gaining knowledge?
3 artworks that made an impact or impression on me and why:
This piece made an impression on me because of how beautiful it is. The subject is ruins of a temple of some sort and amid all of the ruin and destruction a lot of beauty lies in the artwork, not a superficial beauty but beauty that can still be seen in the presence of ugly and it must take immense talent to be able to show that.
This painting made an impression on me because of the quality of the painting. Standing back just six feet or so from where it was hanging it looked like a photograph. The artist who made it must have amazing talent and I would definitely be interested in looking up more of their work.
This image is interesting because I am not sure what about it made it leave such an impression on me, but it really stuck with me. The longer I looked at it the more I was seeing in the debris. It gave me a sort of eerie feeling, but all at the same time I really enjoyed looking at it.
3 artworks I felt a connection with and why:
This painting meant a lot to me and I felt a deep connection with because Autumn has always been my favorite season, but more than my favorite because favorite isn't a strong enough word to describe it. Autumn is like home to me, I feel like I am the happiest, and healthiest, and get the most out of life in Autumn and this painting made me so excited for this coming fall.
I felt a connection with this piece because it felt very familiar to me. I grew up in a small town, the same small town both of my parents grew up in and one set of grandparents. This piece reminded me of old pictures from my grandparents in downtown Waterloo. It was a cool feeling, being taken back to a time I had only visited through stories and photographs from those who actually experienced it.
Claire Shuttleworth, Niagra Falls, 1913, oil on canvas.
I felt a connection with this painting because I felt like it was something I had seen before, as if I had seen that exact view of Niagra Falls before, even though the painting was created almost a century before I had ever seen the Falls.
3 artworks I would like to know more about and why:
This photograph alone drew my attention; I wanted to know who the woman was, whether the artist knew her, whether she knew he was taking a picture, where she was, so many questions came to my mind and then when seeing that it was untitled and undated my curiosity grew even more. Naturally I am a very curious person so I will definitely have to look up more about this artwork, since the art gallery left me hungry for more information about it.
Viewing this artwork was a moving experience. Three huge video screens covered in flickering flames, the only light in a dark room, and the sound of a crackling fire playing from speakers hidden in the dark; not only is fire alone sort of hypnotizing, but on that scale it was almost overwhelming. I looked at it for so long, and watched the flames dancing. I would really like to know what message the artist wanted to convey with this; maybe the power of fire? Or, the beauty of it? I do not know, but it made me contemplate a lot of things.
Marion Faller, Portrait of Hollis Frampton, 1975, gelatin silver print.
This photograph was another that made me wonder what the artist was trying to convey. It is a very interesting artwork, and it almost made me think of Plato's Allegory of the Cave and when the prisoner sees the first rays of sun and it hurts his eyes. I don't quite know why it made me think of this, but it did and that made me wonder what the artist could have wanted me to get from it. Is it an analogy for humans gaining knowledge?
Saturday, October 1, 2011
LOGO
Logo creation process slideshow
1. I thought it was kind of difficult to create a logo for myself, not only because of my lack of artistic ability, but more so because I thought it was really hard to decide which way I wanted to go with it. Coming up with the thought behind the logo was more difficult than creating the logo itself.
2. After looking through all of the videos and information a couple things really stuck with me from the powerpoint slideshow; expressing what I stand for (identity and qualities), and that "A good logo is like setting the foundation stone for a good brand career." Keeping these things in mind I thought about qualities specific to myself, and what I one day hope to do as a career. This helped me come up with a theme of environmental science and physical geography because physical geography is my major and I hope to go into watershed management one day.
3. From creating the logo I learned a lot about myself actually, and I am not sure if that was intended, but I think that was the most important lesson I took away. Also, I learned that creativity isn't always just there, it can take a lot of planning and thinking.
4. From the slideshows, videos and reading material I learned how much of a process creating a logo really is. Even a simple logo has a lot of work as well as thought behind it, this prepared me for the work of creating my own.
1. I thought it was kind of difficult to create a logo for myself, not only because of my lack of artistic ability, but more so because I thought it was really hard to decide which way I wanted to go with it. Coming up with the thought behind the logo was more difficult than creating the logo itself.
2. After looking through all of the videos and information a couple things really stuck with me from the powerpoint slideshow; expressing what I stand for (identity and qualities), and that "A good logo is like setting the foundation stone for a good brand career." Keeping these things in mind I thought about qualities specific to myself, and what I one day hope to do as a career. This helped me come up with a theme of environmental science and physical geography because physical geography is my major and I hope to go into watershed management one day.
3. From creating the logo I learned a lot about myself actually, and I am not sure if that was intended, but I think that was the most important lesson I took away. Also, I learned that creativity isn't always just there, it can take a lot of planning and thinking.
4. From the slideshows, videos and reading material I learned how much of a process creating a logo really is. Even a simple logo has a lot of work as well as thought behind it, this prepared me for the work of creating my own.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Exploring Value and the Subtractive Color Theory
1. Creating the greyscale was actually really cool to do, and very relaxing (once I picked the right medium). At first I tried to create the greyscale with charcoal because I thought the transition would be a little more seamless since charcoal smudges and blends, but as I started I soon realized how these qualities that make charcoal so great also make it very hard to deal with. I made a mess of my paper and could not keep the white areas white because there was too much smudging. I included a picture of my first steps of creating the greyscale with charcoal and a lot of the loose dust I had trouble not smudging is visible. Making the color wheel was cool, too. I really do enjoy hands on work. The thing I found really interesting about the color wheel was creating the black because although mixing all of the primary colors created black you could still see that it was a multitonal color...there was a visible difference between the black I created and a black acrylic paint you would buy.
2. My favorite medium to work with was the pencil. I think it was just because of what I had to do with it though, because I found it calming and relaxing and really enjoyed the time I spent creating a pencil greyscale.
3. My most important discovery was with the charcoal. I discovered how hard it can be to work with a medium for the first time and how artists probably create a lot of different trials and versions of things until they find what works best not just changing the layout, size or color scheme, but changing media too.
4. I thought the videos were very helpful and informative for the project. It was good to see another persons technique at creating something before doing it yourself, especially when (like me) you do not have a great deal of experience with art.
Here is a link to digital copies of what I created for this project:
http://s1101.photobucket.com/albums/g425/eshenoej01/Exploring%20Value%20and%20Subtractive%20Color%20Theory/?albumview=slideshow
2. My favorite medium to work with was the pencil. I think it was just because of what I had to do with it though, because I found it calming and relaxing and really enjoyed the time I spent creating a pencil greyscale.
3. My most important discovery was with the charcoal. I discovered how hard it can be to work with a medium for the first time and how artists probably create a lot of different trials and versions of things until they find what works best not just changing the layout, size or color scheme, but changing media too.
4. I thought the videos were very helpful and informative for the project. It was good to see another persons technique at creating something before doing it yourself, especially when (like me) you do not have a great deal of experience with art.
Here is a link to digital copies of what I created for this project:
http://s1101.photobucket.com/albums/g425/eshenoej01/Exploring%20Value%20and%20Subtractive%20Color%20Theory/?albumview=slideshow
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