Module 9 Videos

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

I chose to watch  “The Drawings of Michelangelo” and “Leonardo da Vinci: The Mind of the Renaissance” because I am interested in learning more about Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci's work has always fascinated me.

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

While watching "The Drawings of Michelangelo" some of the key concepts I learned was the different types of tools he used, the techniques he used, and just the different pieces he created like the Sistine Chapel and David. For the second movie "Leonardo da Vinci: The Mind of the Renaissance" the main concept I learned was pretty much how he lived his life. His mind and how he viewed and created things was amazing. He was definitely an innovator. 

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

These videos related to the text because they explained more about the Renaissance Era. It also showed and explained more of the different techniques artists used. It brought everything I read in the book to life and helped it explain things more in depth. 

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

The films were very information on the artists work and their life. The video on Leonardo was more focused on his life rather than his work but it was still pretty interesting. Like I said above, watching films on what you had just read usually brings the text to life and really helps you understand. 

Module 9- Hands

1. What was it like using your hand as subject matter for a drawing?

It was kind of hard using my own hand as the subject. For one thing, I kept moving it and I usually use both hands when I draw, one to actually draw and the other to hold on the paper. 

2. What media did you select - pencil or charcoal? Why?

I used pencil. The only reason I did was because it was the only source I had at my house, plus I am more comfortable using pencil.

3. How did it feel to create a drawing with your non-dominant hand?

It was really hard! My hand was extremely shaky and I couldn't draw a straight line for the life of me. I couldn't get much detail in with my non-dominant hand because of that. It felt so unnatural using my left hand to draw.

4. Compare and contrast your final drawings. Do you think they are successful studies?

My right hand drawing of the left hand was definitely better in comparison. There is more detail and it looks more like my hand. The left hand drawing of my right hand is basic and is not really to scale. 

5. Would you consider using your non-dominant hand to create artwork in the future?

No way. The whole time drawing it just felt uncomfortable and I kept wanting to switch. I hated that I couldn't get the detail I wanted and that my hand wouldn't move to where I wanted it to go! 

Module 8

More Human Than Human

1. Explain why you selected the video you choose from the selection listed above.

Well this is the video we had to watch, so I did not select this video

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

What I learned from this film is how the human mind chooses to view the images like it does and whether or not it likes that image. The image we create through art is not realistic because we enhance parts of the body that we are most interested in or how we think it should be. That is why early art made people look young with no wrinkles and fit. It wasn't until the Romans that we started creating humans in their actual likeness. 

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

In the text I read about how the Romans changed art by creating human sculptures to their actual likeness. This video gave me a better understanding of that.

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

Its always nice to watch a video that relates to information you read about. For me, it helps really explain things by showing what they mean and giving more details. 

Cairo Museum

1. Explain why you selected the video you choose from the selection listed above.

I chose this video because I have always been extremely interested in Egypt and their history. In fact, visiting Egypt is on my bucket list. Which stinks and is so sad because I will probably never be able to because of all the unrest there. I hope they leave the historical museums and artifacts alone.

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

This video was all about Egyptian art and how most of their art represented eternal life as well as death. The main reason Egyptians mummified their dead was because they believed that when someone died, their soul left their body. The soul would then return and be reunited with the body after it was buried. However, the soul needed to be able to find and recognize the body in order to have eternal life. They also said how most of the artifacts have been preserved and are in museums for the public to see. However, there are still many artifacts that are not on display. 

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

I don't think it really related to the text besides how the Egyptians put their beliefs into their artwork. It wasn't necessarily religion like the text describes.

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

I enjoyed this film because, again, I have always been interested in Egyptian history and artifacts. Like I said above, watching a film after reading usually gives more detail and helps you understand better.

Module 7- videos

Prairie Style

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

Frank Lloyd Wright revolutionized the way houses were made. He came up with the "prairie style" home. He got away from the standard boxy house and created a natural, flowing and open floor plan. He rethought the way houses were organized, meaning the places the certain rooms were located. 

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

I think Frank Lloyd Wright kind of went away from what was written in the text. I feel like the text was kind of the basics of architecture. He revolutionized architecture. The only thing I could link to the text was the post and lintels which is just the standard framing.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I like this video because I learned more about how Frank Lloyd Wright really came up with his buildings. He put so much thought into each room. He wanted the whole house to flow into each other. It shows how many different styles can be used architecture. 

4. Why did you choose the films that you watched?

 I chose Prairie Style because it is about Frank Lloyd Wright. Since we have some of his creations around here, I wanted to learn more about him. 

Last Call for Planet Earth:

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

There is so much we can do to help the environment even though people do not believe it. There are many different ways we can make energy that we are not using. We could be cutting our energy use by 20-30% by using these sustainable energy sources.  One way a building can save a lot of energy is the window placement. If you place windows on the correct side lots of natural light can come in and putting smaller well insulated windows on the north side can help save energy.

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

This video kind of stated everything that was in the text relating to the "green movement". It listed and talked about all the different ways we can save energy, reuse products and using more sustainable natural resources.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

This film was good, however, with people speaking different languages it was harder to follow. I had to replay some parts a few times so I could really grasp what they were saying.

4. Why did you choose the films that you watched?

I chose this film because I am interested in the "green movement" we have started. There are so many sustainable ways to help the environment. I hate when I am out and I see new office buildings or homes being built when there are so many vacant ones around collecting dust. 

Module 6 Reviewing Peer Work

1. Hyperlink the Blogs you reviewed into your Blog

ttp://mikeylaw90.blogspot.com/

http://art200byme.blogspot.com/

2. When looking at Project #1: (Elements and Principles), did you agree with the element or principle the artist listed with the images? Did you see other elements and principles in the images?

For the most part I totally saw the elements/principles that they were trying to convey. There were a couple that I had to look for the title before I recognized it. I definitely saw other elements and principles in some of the images, but I feel like in most pieces of art you will always find a few!

3. When looking at Project #2: Where there any images in the Peer Blogs the same as your own? If yes, what were they? Where the reasons the image was selected the same or different as your own?

Yes. We both used Afro Concertino, 1948. We had pretty much the same experience while looking at this piece. We pretty much couldn't look away and kept noticing more details the longer we looked at it. 

4. Where there any images that your Peers selected that pique your interest now? If yes, what are they and what is your connection with them? What would you want to know about them?

Yes actually, the same blog from the question above. I really like the piece he chose Koolpop #12. It reminded me of a giant jolly rancher! Its cool how whatever is behind it comes through all squiggly. I wonder if the artist was trying to do that. 

5. What do you think about  the process of reading your peers reflection? Do you find this to be a valuable in your learning?

I do find it valuable if the person posting is really interested in the work and the class. If they aren't they will just post some generic message to show that they did the assignment. So while I do find it valuable, it really just depends on your peer and how much they care.

6. Check your Blog and read comments posted by your Peers. Do you find their comments helpful?

While writing this, no one had commented on my blog. I will have to check back at a later time to read what they wrote. I'm sure I will find it helpful! 

Module 6

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

In the first video, it shows the details of the whole process of making a sculpture. It starts with the artists sketch and the very long and complicated process of selecting the stone. The stone selection is very dangerous for the workers. I think the most important thing I learned was how much thought and work each little step takes for creating a sculpture and most of that work happens before you even start sculpting! The second video showed me how much ceramics are used in everyday life. From false teeth to hip replacements and even helping with pollution.


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

The readings in the text just gave a step by step on how arts like modeling and carving are done in detail. The videos showed how the processes are done. To me, its more interesting to watch something be created than to just read about it.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?

These films were pretty interesting to watch. After reading about the processes of making these different types of art it was pretty cool to actually watch it being done. Like I said above, I learn better by seeing how things are done. Reading about them is one thing, but watching it is much more exciting. It shows the great lengths the artists go to create their pieces.