Photography is both advanced and limited by the mechanical technology used to capture an image. This link between technology and photography means we see images evolve and give new perspectives as we advance industrially. For Example, Benjamin observes how new artistic technologies allow us to create previously inconceivable effects, ‘The history of every art form shows critical epochs in which a certain art form aspires to effects which could be fully obtained only with a changed technical standard, that is...
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My philosophy of music education is a guide on music and the value it has on life and education. Using music and its power to provide a phenomenon, we can take a look at its value to enhance our perception of beauty, our need for in-the-moment, lived bodily experiences the role it plays in social interactions, and our need for a higher quality of life. As we journey through my discovery of music philosophy, we will look at music as...
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What is more important, imagination or knowledge? This is an eternal question. Knowledge is information that we receive thanks to the experience of our environment and our own experience at the moment. Information about everything discovered or experienced is knowledge. But imagination is needed to put that information together to come up with new results and solutions, that’s why it’s more important in my opinion. The famous physicist Albert Einstein once said: “Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge...
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The following essay is about my dream of becoming a successful graphic designer which is something that I have to accomplish. Also, this essay mentions the most important information related to this field, all the courses that I have to take, and the requirements that I have to meet to become what I have always wanted to be. All of us at some point in our lives have heard demotivating phrases that make us believe that we will not achieve...
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In modern societies, artists or manufacturers use elements of cuteness that are pleasing to create mass consumption. Merchandise that is worth millions and is sold across the world is partly due to its appeal of being ‘cute’. In this case, a recognizable animated character, Hello Kitty, is famous for representing what is known to be cute. Cuteness is an aesthetic category that uses its elements to create mass consumer culture and attract consumers. The cute aesthetic of Hello Kitty has...
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Do you ever wish you could be a superhero like Batman, The Incredible Hulk, or Spiderman? Growing up, I idolized seeing superheroes go as far as to even dress up as them for Halloween and watch movies with friends for hours and hours. The heroes captured my imagination and made me want to know more about them, and I assume that you felt the same way about these masked heroes when you first saw and understood what they were. That...
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Imagine yourself sitting in a fairly dark and crowded room. There are hundreds of seats occupied by people around you. A stage lies in front of you, filled with actors, lights, music, and different sound effects to set the mood of the play. A combination of these accommodations has let viewers grasp the performance actors have been portraying. However, it hasn’t always been easy to enjoy these theatrical performances. Times have changed since ancient Athenian theater, however, that’s not to...
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Air pollution is a significant issue we face in the modern world, especially those who live in large cities. Two factors further compound these dangers. The first is the visibility of the pollution as the human eye cannot see most pollutants. It leaves people unaware of any possible threat, for example, it is estimated that the average Londoner loses over “16 months of their life at the city’s current pollution levels” (Somerset House, 2018). The second factor is the body’s...
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Have you ever been passionate or dedicated about anything? The renowned photographer Gordon Parks got a chance to cover the boxing champion, Muhammad Ali for the Life magazine in 1966. The photographer Gordon Parks had taken close-ups of Muhammad Ali, revealing his courtesy and charm. Gordon Parks’ photograph titled ‘Muhammad Ali Trains in Hyde Park, London, England, 1966’, three trees through which sun’s rays pass with a foggy background with bushes. It is a black-and-white photograph. Muhammad Ali was in...
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The play “Art” written by Yasmina Reza has been reviewed by many journalists. On the surface, the writers appear to just be sharing their opinion of the play, but it is much more complex than that, and the writers are using specific techniques to make their review as interesting as possible and to make you want to read further. In my opinion, the form of ”Blank Canvas”, a review written by Michael Billington has a superior form and flow to...
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To what extent are artists driven by monetary gain when they produce their art? This essay will explore the motivations of artists when they produce their work. It will try to answer questions such as: do artists merely produce work for financial reasons? Do artists know the value of their artworks before doing them and how does this influence them? Is the cost of some modern artworks justified or are artists over-inflating their prices? However, before tackling these questions it...
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Description: My artwork is a replica of the moon scene from “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle. In my artwork, the background is a night blue sky with a few white dots as stars. In the background, there is also a full white moon that is slightly blue in color. On the moon, there are 2 eyes, a nose, and a mouth that is done in blue crayon. Beside it, there is a brown tree trunk that is around...
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I think the relationship in Seurat’s work, between the project to “restore painting’s cultural significance,” and the “mass culture” that he sought to address is the demonstration of alienation in his paintings of society. This theme greatly connects with two paintings by Georges Seurat, which are A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of the Grande Jatte, 1884-6. Oil on canvas and Chahut 1889-90, Oil on canvas. Seurat’s painting of the Grande Jatte shows women, men, and children from all classes...
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Are you planning to watch a movie this weekend? When I think of watching a movie, the first thing that comes to my mind is whether to go to a movie theater or watch it online at home. There is no doubt that watching movies in a cinema has its charm. The big screen, enthusiastic people, wonderful sound, and overall immersive experience are the price you pay. However, there are also some disadvantages, such as spending a lot of money...
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Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch painter who lived between 1853 and 1890. He was a disturbed artist who battled mental illness. In his ten-year career, he created around 900 paintings. He went to Paris to learn Neo-Impressionism and Pointillism. Due to his deteriorating mental condition, he hacked off a portion of his ear. He voluntarily entered an asylum after this incident and received treatment. He was allowed to take a chaperoned walk outside and paint in a separate studio...
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Revolutions begin with a collective shift in public perception. “The 1960s was a decade of rapid change” (Watson, 2019). This period set out to re-establish the founding pillars and perspectives of contemporary society, which became the catalyst for social change. This shift in societal attitude inspired the women’s liberation movement, which was a collective protest that embodied notions of equality, and which was most active during the late 1960s and 1970s. A pivotal artist responding to social inequalities at this...
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From an early age, I was captivated by the remarkable influence of visual communication and its capacity to sway people’s opinions, emotions, and decisions. As I matured, I understood that my passion could be channeled into a career that would enable me to create impactful visual content and communicate powerful messages through design. In this essay, I will delve into my enthusiasm for graphic design, the skills and experiences that have laid the groundwork for this profession, and my aspirations...
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Without creativity to boost our lives and capture our attention, life would be completely uneventful. In their article, authors Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman state, “All around us are matters of national and international importance that are crying out for creative solutions, from saving the Gulf of Mexico to bringing peace to Afghanistan to delivering health care”. This applies to school education as well. Modern kids are not creative, and we need to help them become creative. The solution to...
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Healthcare design is complex and is based on new medical technologies and architecture. In the past, patients have longer hospital stay as compared to today. Leading healthcare practitioners and architectural firms highlighted the need for better implementation of new technologies and an effective approach to design for better patient outcomes and well-being. Evidence-Based and Experience-Based Design Evidence-based design as a concept originated in the 1970s with basic research methods. In 1978, the Planetree model was established. Planetree is a non-profit...
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Milton Glaser was an American graphic designer who was born on June 26, 1929, in a town called the Bronx, which is situated in America, in New York City. Milton Glaser was aged 91 when he sadly passed away on June 26, 2020. Milton Glaser started making his art in the USA. He produced some of his artwork in the city of New York in a studio called Push Pin Studios. Then he decided to make a public action design...
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Frank Lloyd Wright, throughout his career, viewed nature as a spiritual reference, yet despite this intense admiration for these natural surroundings, there are at times clashes between the way he valued nature and his actual work. Though Wright’s architectural approach required a harmonious relationship with nature, it contradicted his admiration for new technologies such as the car, which harmed the varying environments he sought to build within. To evaluate this contradiction to his work, a dive into his philosophy which...
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Portraiture has changed drastically over hundreds of years and influenced the way view and create it. There have been many eras of art throughout history that have slowly evolved into what we now recognize as a portrait. The earliest forms of portraits dated back to the era of Ancient Egypt, about 5000 years ago. Portraiture was created for religious and funerary purposes, as the ancient Egyptians believed that it would help them in the afterlife and immortalize them. Many of...
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Surrealism is an art movement that took place in Paris in the early 1920s, becoming more popular between the First World War and the Second World War. Dadaism is a movement prior to Surrealism and occurred as a response to the brutality of the war. However, Surrealism is less aggressive and almost playful in the sense that it can be interpreted in many ways. While Surrealism has been around since the 1920s in the form of art pieces, it became...
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Introduction The Grand Canyon, with its majestic beauty and awe-inspiring landscapes, has long been a subject of fascination for artists around the world. This analytical essay delves into the art of painting the Grand Canyon, exploring the unique challenges faced by artists and the various techniques employed to capture its grandeur. By analyzing the works of renowned artists and their interpretations of the Grand Canyon, we can gain a deeper understanding of the artistic process and the profound impact of...
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The art of culinary aesthetics revolves around the dish itself and its presentation, which is to put a positive lasting impression on the consumer or viewer. To analyze the aesthetics of the dish in this essay, I have peerless custard buns, which are a popular Asian treat. They are soft, milk bread, filled with a creamy custard filling at the centers, making appetizing perfect snacks or breakfast dishes. They are off-white in color and have some yellowish toppings around them,...
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A roller coaster is an elevated railway (as in an amusement park) constructed with sharp curves and steep inclines on which cars roll (Merriam-Webster). Some of the goals of the designers are: using physics to increase the thrill of the ride, e.g., by increasing ‘airtime’ to safe levels, making the ride more comfortable by reducing lateral force acting on the rider and minimizing energy loss by friction for efficient rides. A roller coaster is a perfect example of physics at...
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Abstract In the center of Florence at Piazza della Signoria, stands one of the most iconic sculptures from the Renaissance, Michelangelo’s David. Daily looked upon by hundreds of tourists, its sheer size and beauty make it not noticeable. Although the one standing at the Piazza is a copy, the original statue can be found at Galleria dell’Accademia Firenze where it was relocated in 1873. While it is today seen as a tourist attraction, it had a deep political value during...
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15th Century Italy was unlike any other place during its’ time. The “rebirth” had given life and vigor to artists and scholars alike. Money flowed through the hands of wealthy Florentines and into the waiting arms of men like Da Vinci, Donatello, and Michelangelo. Commissions paved the way for some of history’s greatest artists to absorb themselves in their work, propelling the art world forward as if shot out of a cannon. During the Renaissance, the heart of Florence was...
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Exploration of spaces through expanded sculpture and painting This essay will examine different spaces, how they function, what spaces are they, and how their purpose is changing over time. It will define how the expanded sculpture and painting function within their specific spaces. The surroundings that the artwork or the objects are being placed within, change their purpose and the way we look at them within the new concept. ‘’Sculpture and painting have been kneaded and stretched and twisted in...
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In the artwork Joy of Life b Henri Matisse, he was a Frenchman that was exploring the expressive potential of color and its relation to form. Then there is the artwork by Van Gogh’s The Night Café that is an oil painting that depicts the interior of the café but its title is inscribed lower right beneath the signature. Matisse often painted landscapes in the south of France during the summer and worked up ideas developed there into larger compositions...
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