Dante's Art Blog

1. Which assignment did you ENJOY working on the  best ?  Why? I enjoyed doing the Art curation exhibit the most. 2. Which assignment did you ENJOY working on the  least?  Why? Ancient world cultures.   3. How did you like using BLACKBOARD? Using blackboard is very simple. It's easy to navigate. 4. What is your opinion of the Discussion Groups in this course? The discussion groups were fine. I wish we had more of them. 5. Did you participate in any of the extra credit projects in previous modules? If so, what was your opinion of them? (mandala, elgin marbles, culture, art critics) Yes. Some of them were cool to do, others were quite difficult like the world cultures project. 6. If you had the opportunity to change this course: What would you keep? The class as an online course. What would you remove? Due dates on the asignments. What would you add? More extra credit work. 7. Would you recommend this ...

1. Why did you select the inspiration pieces? - These images I chose are quite similar to the photo I took of myself. 2. Why did you select the media to create your self-portrait? I enjoy drawing in vine charcoal. It is what we used in my Drawing II class this semester and I have been getting very familiar with it since. 3. What challenges did you face in creating your self-portrait and how did you overcome them? Getting the proportions correct and making it actually look like me. 4. How does this piece represent you? It represents me, because it's actually a photograph of myself that I like and I've never gotten the chance to draw myself before. I like the representation and how I did on it. 5. What elements and principles of art did you apply in this work? I tried to get the lining and proportions down more than anything. 6. Did you enjoy working on this project? Yes, I enjoy all drawing projects. 7. What do you think of your final artwork? I think it ca...

Google Art Project Self Portrait Inspiration pics: Self Portrait:

1. What were you expectations for this course and where they met? My expectations for this course were somewhat met. I was expecting to do a few drawing projects, art gallery visits, etc. so they were met in that sense. However, I was not expecting us to do blog postings and such. 2. Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your intial posting? I would define Art as someone's individual creativity or creation. 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?  Andy Warhol was my favorite when I initially posted. Now, I might say it is Roy Litchenstein. I've began to enjoy his work a bit more of the past few months. 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 p...

Creating this art exhibition was actually a lot more fun than I expected. I created this as I would if I was really creating an art exhibition. It features all the kinds of Art that I enjoy. I enjoy pop art and cartoon art. Very colorful and fun things. I made sure to try and have the formatting look differently on each page to keep things interesting and more neat looking for the viewers.

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.  The Lowdown on Lowbrow- Abstract art. Was originally used by artist Robert Williams. An Acquiring Mind: Philippe de Montebello and The Metropolitan - Originated in 1870 and began with Dutch paintings. 2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Exhibition project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not. I wasn't able to complete my Art Exhibition project yet. 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? I liked the films. I actually enjoyed the Philippe de Montebello video a bit more than the other this time.

1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above. I chose these films because I am a fan of pop art. 2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned. Abstract Expressionism and Pop: Art of the ’50s and ’60s - Talks about abstract art and how the audience and viewers of the at work use their imaginations when looking at abstract art.  Andy Warhol: Images of an Image -  Andy Warhol took inspiration from random things he would come across in passing. He would paint things like soup cans and celebrity pop culture icons. 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text? These artist's are discussed in the text, and they talk about abstract art and abstract expressionism. 3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts? I liked the films. I enjoyed the Andy Warhol film a bit more than the other, however.

1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above. As always, I chose based on what I felt would interest me the most from the titles I also like Picasso as an artist. 2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned. Matisse and Picasso - The history and origin of these artists, and how they were influenced. The Mystical North: Spanish Art from the 19th Century to Present - Goya was a Spanish painter. He created paintings called the black paintings. 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text? They both discuss the same concepts. 3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts? The videos were enjoyable, in my opinion. I've never heard of Goya, the artist, so it was nice to learn about him.

1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above. I love learning about African culture. 2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned. African Art: Legacy of Oppression - There are different kinds of Art within African culture. Art can connect with anyone simply due to the characteristics it possesses. African Art - Speaks on the symbolism, aesthetics, and functionality of African art all throughout. 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text? They both talk about the religion, the history of the art in Africa, the symbolism, etc. 3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts? My opinion on the films is that, I enjoyed them both. I love watching videos on African culture and society.

1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above. Albrecht Dürer: Image of a Master - Much like always, I chose this video due to the interesting title. The artist's name appeared interesting to me. Not only that, but the title of the video, "Image of a Master" made it seem as if it were gonna be empowering and enlightening.  The Drawings of Michelangelo - I've heard a bit about Michelangelo, so I thought it would be cool to watch a video on him to learn more. 2. For each video list /discuss the key concepts you learned. Albrecht Dürer: Image of a Master - He enjoys painting people. He's painted himself, one of his neighbor's, his mother, etc.   The Drawings of Michelangelo - A few of his drawings tell stories of the greatest commissions of his life. He enjoys drawing the human body. 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text? They all explore with the artists through their cre...

The first artwork is the Marilyn Monroe painting by Andy Warhol. The original piece was first created in August 1962, shortly after Marilyn’s death. He used a photograph from her film “Niagara” in 1952, which he then cropped to bring her features into greater focus. The Marilyn Monroe series he created in 1967 shows a very bright and bold image. He uses many colors to define the piece. The palette includes a bright yellow, acid green, hot pink, and many more. In many of the portraits, Warhol uses the bright yellow variant to emphasize her platinum blonde hair. One portrait in particular, he uses that same bright yellow on the hair, but on top of a hot pink background. Warhol defines the shadows on her face and body with a black color, while again using the hot pink for her eyeshadow and an orchid-like outline around her lips. This portrait speaks volumes to me due to the different splash of colors and variants used, and how well they all blend and complem...

1. Explain why you selected the video you choose from the selection listed above. "The Greek Awakening: Art from the 5th Century BC" - I chose this film because it appeared to be one of the more interesting of the bunch judging by the title itself.  2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned. "More Human Than Human" - Art is way more impactful one may believe. Art is used in everything in the world and our lives will forever be impacted by it. "The Greek Awakening: Art from the 5th Century BC" - I learned more about Greece society. Greece society revolutionized philosophy.  3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text? "The Greek Awakening: Art from the 5th Century BC" -  Both talk about Greek culture and Greek philosophy. "More Human Than Human" - Both discuss the ancient history of art. 4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and...

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned. "Architecture: The Science of Design" - After watching this video, I've learned a few things about architecture. Architecture is a form of science and design. The process of planning architects for building something is also very interesting.  "Architecture is Art" - Another interesting video where I learned new things. I enjoyed the part about the buildings, where he basically states that no one building is the same as the other. They are all designed differently and to the liking. 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text? They relate to each other, because both of these speak on architecture and design. 3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture? My opinion on the films is that they were all really interesting and in depth with architecture. I learned quite a few new things after having watched them! 4. Why did you choo...

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.     -  Glass and Ceramics  - Learning that glass is made of sand, and how it is created and sculpted.     -  Through the Eyes of the Sculptor  - Learning what process an artist goes through to create a sculpture. 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?     - Both of the videos relate to the readings in the text in the sense that both mentions sculpting and the many materials used to sculpt. 3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?       - My opinion on the films is that they were very informative and really gave the much needed entail on what it's like to be a sculptor.

1. Discuss what you thought about creating the Value Scale and Color Wheel.     - Creating the scale was fun, but confusing. Confusing, because I wasn't sure if I had got the colors correct when mixing. It was also interesting to see all the different colors that were able to be made just by mixing them together. I've never made a color wheel before, so this was a nice experience getting to do so. 2. Which media did you enjoy working with the best and why?     - The painting and color wheel. I enjoyed that much more than the other, because the colors intrigued me and it was my first time making one. I've done a value scale last semester in my Drawing I class, so I wasn't too excited to be doing one again. 3. What was the most important discovery in the creation of these studies?      - The most important discovery throughout all of this was the mixing of the three primary colors to create the one in the middle of the wheel. ...

A.) Which artworks make an impact or impression on me? Why? "Cow" by Andy Warhol made an impression on me while there. It made an impression me, because I am a fan of pop art. The painting turned out to be very beautiful in person. I really love the pink cow overlaying the purple background. "Sweet Dreams, Baby!" by Roy Litchenstein. The insinuation that someone was being hit by a fist and the POW!" which is usually seen in comics was very cool. B.) Which artworks do I feel a connection with? Why? I mainly felt a connection with the pop art selections. As said previously, I am a fan of pop arts in general. They are fascinating, interesting and fun to view. They are also based on things we see in our everyday lives. Pop culture icons, etc. Fore example, the Marilyn Monroe piece by Andy Warhol. It's an iconic piece and one of my favorites. I also really love the Campbell's Soup Cans. Another one of my favorites to view when visitin...

1. Describe Color and it's effects on emotions. Use the appropriate vocabulary of color in your posting. - Color has a lot to do with identity. Some colors can make you feel happy or sad, upset or relaxed, in love or filled with hate. 2. What is a theoretical aspect of color that most intrigues/fascinates you? Why? - Color having the ability to set the tone and/or alter one's feelings on a work of art. Color is definitely one of the most powerful aspects in art. 3. In the Color video, what made the biggest impact on you in regards to color and it's effects on emotions? - The way color can be used to express an artist's feelings and emotions. The different shades used to create a work of art. 4. In the Feelings video, what made the biggest impact on you in regards to color and it's effects on emotions?  - The feeling of emotions being spread throughout paintings and other works of art by simply observing. Color also has a major impact on how art ...

1. For each video and article list/discuss the key concepts you learned.    - The concept of Aesthetics. An aesthetic is basically a principle of art. It has to do with what is considered to be beauty.      - Aesthetic Efficacy, which is staggering effects on emotion and reason mobilizing conscious and non-conscious processes.     - How the brain functions in regards to art.  2. Which philosopher's theroy on aesthetics do you feel is most important? Be sure to mention the philosphers name, era (time in history), and contribution to the aesthetic theory in your response.    - I would choose Immanuel Kant. Immanuel Kant is a German Philospher from the 18th century. I think Immanuel Kant' theory is the most important, because he has an interesting outlook on the ideas of freedom, nature, and art's beauty in the eye of the beholder. 3. What do you think about Changeux and Ramachandran scientific view of aesthetics and art? What...

1. How was the process of creating the  GMail  account and setting up the  Blog ?                          - Creating the GMail account and setting up the blog came fairly easy to me, as I already had a GMail account prior, so I basically knew what to do already. As for creating the blog itself, I followed the directions and everything fell into place. 2. What do you expect to learn in this course?                               - I expect to learn the fundamentals of Art and it's history and impact on cultures. 3. How do you feel about taking an  online  course?                         - I am very excited about taking an online course. This is going to be the first online course I've ever taken, so I'm anxious to see what comes from it. 4. What three t...