Reflections of AED 200

1. What were you expectations for this course and where they met?

I expected to learn about the different art styles and cultures that claim them. I also expected tons of art projects. My expectations were met.

2. Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your intial posting?

I still agree with my initial posting. Art is the way a person, group or object is expressed. Art is unique and serves a lot of meaning.

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?

My favorite artist is still Leonardo DaVinci. After taking the course I am open minded to a lot more now. Along the course of the class I can say I started to fall towards Vincent Van Gogh.

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 still feel the same about online courses. I enjoy them.

Module 13

1.    For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

An Acquiring Mind:

·         Water immersion

·         The exhibition

·         Book of Revelation

·         Preservation of artwork

·         Draping fabrics

Tate Modern:

·         Large scale installations

·         London, England

·         Involved modern and contemporary art

2.    Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Exhibition project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.

The videos relate to the Art Exhibition project. They both include some of the things we see daily.

3.    What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of the art concepts you practiced while creating your curation project?

For the most part I enjoyed the films. They added depth to my understanding of the artistic concepts. At times the videos got a little dull, I wasn’t 100% glued into the films at times.

Module 12

1.       Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above.

Andy Warhol- Images of an Image and Uncertainty: Modern and Art. I don’t have too much of a background on either topic. I have heard a lot about Andy Warhol and wanted to see his work for myself.

2.       For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

Images of an image:

·         Andy’s style was focused on pop art

·         Used a silk screen machine often

·         Used a silk screen machine to create an image of Marilyn Monroe

·         Created Ten Lizes in 1963

·         Art journalist

·         Drew advertisements for Campbell’s Soup and Coca Cola

Modern and Art:

·         Pop art

·         Abstract art

·         Picasso

·         Figures are disproportionate

·         Modern art is always evolving

3.       How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The videos did a good job with giving a general explanation. Any time I don’t understand something I can always go back and re read the chapter. Expresionism, pop art and abstract art are all mentioned in the readings.

4.       What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I enjoyed the films. They had a lot of info on expressionism and pop art. It was a nice refre

Module 11

Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I decided to watch the videos on expressionism and cubism both to expand my knowledge on the topics since I’m not too familiar with them.

 For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

Expressionism:

·         Used in various paintings

·         Colors are used quite frequently to express the mood of the art

·         Can give a deeper understanding than art could, previously.

·         Uses symbols

Cubism:

·         Picasso lead the movement and impacted other artists

·         Representation of shapes and forms

·         Includes contrasts of lines, textures and colors

 How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The videos helped me understand the text further. The reading did a good job exploiting expressionism. I was able to further understand the meaning behind cubism and expressionism after reading the text.

 What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I enjoyed both films. I understood the videos more than I did the readings. They weren’t too dull. They both were very good educational films.

Module 10

1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I chose to watch the video on African Art because I wanted to learn more about the different artistic forms that contribute to African art. I also choose to watch the video on Hinduism.  I chose this video simply because I don’t have too much of a background on it and wanted to know more about it.

2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

In the African Art video I learned that they express their artistic nature in the form of music, masks, hairstyles and so on. Art is a big part of the African culture and is obvious in its various forms. African masks were made from straw and wood. Other African art (ceremonial) are created with more durable materials. The video on Hinduism was very informational. The Great Rivers Ganges was a powerful symbol of Hinduism. People of the Hindu religion believe in millions of years of life, death, and rebirth. Hindu’s host ceremonies where they pray, these ceremonies are for the “removal of pain.”

3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The videos relate to the readings because they both express the differnt forms of art that each culture holds. It also relates to the text because it gives a history report on the forms of art. The readings just backed up the films and gave a deeper understanding.

Module 6

After watching the film, Through the Eyes of The Sculptor, I took in a few things. There is a lot that goes into being a sculptor. Patience is one. The amount of time that goes into sculpting a material seems so tiring. Also sculptors have to be determinated to finish the works of art that they constantly face. In the film it stated that Emanuel keeps his mind fresh by working on multiple projects. This scheme gives him a fresh eye every time he goes back to the material to enhance his previous work. The second film, Glass and ceramics, I learned that glass is made from sand. I knew it had something to do with heating a material up but I never knew it was sand! I also learned about the different types of glass and how it can be made into pretty much anything.

Both videos relate to the reading by giving an even deeper understanding of sculptures, glass and ceramics. The book goes into more detail on the history of sculptures and ceramics. The book was good at showing the different materials, elements and textures that are used. The videos gives more of a visual representation of the reading, showing the final processes of sculpting.  

I learned a lot from the films. I like how the reading gives the breakdown of sculptures and glass and ceramics and the videos just puts the icing on the cake by answering any other questions you may have. Along with a real time visual rather than just photos. 

Module #3

Describe Color and its effects on emotions.

 Color is how we see light as it is reflected off a surface. These reflections can change a person mood from being upset or furious to relax and a calm mood. For example, red is usually associated with anger and aggression. The color blue has more of a soothing effect on us mentally. On the other side, dark colors usually are associated with “evil” or “danger” compared to light colors that essentially gives more of an uplifting, happy vibe.

What is a theoretical aspect of color that most intrigues/fascinates you?

 It is amazing how color can affect a person so much. There are so many values and shades that can be created from just one color by combining it with others. Another thing that fascinates me is how each emotion can be expressed by a color. Art work can have such deep meanings behind what the eye can see.

 In the Color video, what made the biggest impact on you in regards to color and its effects on emotions?

What stood out to me the most was how artists made their colors. I would have never known the amount of time and work put into making a color. I also learned that most of the time, artists don’t come into a new piece with a set color way that they are going to use.

 In the Feelings video, what made the biggest impact on you in regards to color and its effects on emotions?

 What had the biggest impact on me was the explanation of the Mona Lisa painting and its relevance. The meanings behind the artwork has such volume.