Module 8: Video Review

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

I chose the video, The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and The Human Figure. I chose this video because I wanted to learn more about this topic. I also chose this video because the title seemed interesting. 

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

In the first video, How Art Made The World 1- More Human Than Human, I learned that the statue of Venus is made out of limestone and it is worth $60 million. I also learned that the styles of the Egyptians do not change. All the different pieces of artwork had led up to human artwork with the motion to it. In the second video, The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and The Human Figure, I learned that Greek art during this time was mostly the body of women. I also learned that the scratched on the belly of the artwork represented the women having stretch marks after birth.   

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

The videos relate to the text because it gave some information that the videos did not give. It also spoke about the artwork that was in the book as well. However, the text had more information about artwork in different parts of the world and how it related to religion. 

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

I thought the films were very informational. They add depth to understanding the reading because it explains somethings that the text did not touch on. 

Module 7: Video Review

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

In the video Architecture: The Science of Design, I learned that in order to build a building you must make sure it can handle wind. If not the building to can be damaged and it will cause elevators to stop. Also, I learn that there is a lot of elements that go into making concrete. In the second video, Frank Lloyd Wright and the Prairie School, I learned that this lady named Dana had asked Oak Park to design her a house. I also learned the Wright made Prairie Houses that all were different from each other but had some minor similarities. 

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

The videos are related to the text because it gives information on how to start making these large pieces of art. It also goes into depth on the different types of architecture. The text also talks about Frank Lloyd Wright and how he formed these Prairie Houses. It also gives information on how Architecture takes a role in our communities.   

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

I thought the videos were interesting. I also thought the videos did add some depth because it gave a lot of background information. It also gave information on how it is used and how people started to develop ideas from this. 

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

I choose to watch the videos I wanted to know what was beyond the title. Just by looking at the titles of the videos it engaged me. 

Blog Reviews

1. Hyperlink the Blogs you reviewed into your Blog

Project 1:
https://mydearart.blogspot.com/2019/02/elements-and-principles-project.html?showComment=1551847799076#c8932538230961497171

https://simbiblogs.blogspot.com/2019/02/simbiat123s-library-on-photobucket.html

Project 2:
https://simbiblogs.blogspot.com/2019/03/art-gallery-visit.html

https://princehallsquare1.blogspot.com/2019/03/art-gallery.html#comments

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?

I did agree with the elements and principles the artist had put into their slideshow. I actually did see some images that can also be another element or principle. For example, there was an image of an leaf and grass. This picture of the leaf could've gone with the element of lines. 

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

There was only one image in the blog posting that was the same as mine. The image was one of Zanele Muholi artworks. The image was the same because we both felt a connection to it. The rest of the images were different either because we did not find interest in the same pieces of artwork, or we went to a different museum. 

4. Were 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, one of the images was the Circus Pole, 2005-2008 by Southtown WoodCarvers. This grasped my attention because of the colors and the way that it is structured. I would want to know what influenced them to create this. The next artwork was Bleeding Hearts, 1929 by Charles E. Burchfield. This painting allowed you to have some type of emotion to it. I would like to know did he create this painting from a personal heartbreak. 

5. What do you think about the process of reading your peer's reflection? Do you find this to be a value in your learning?

The process was simple. However, it was sort of difficult because there was not enough of the blog posting to actually comment on. I did find this to valuable to my learning because I get to know how others feel about the artwork that they posted. 

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

The comments under my blog postings were comments on how they felt about my postings. There were no comments on what I should do differently or how to improve for the next time. Overall, I enjoyed and appreciated reading comments about my blog postings. 

Video Review

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

In the first video, Through the Eyes of the Sculptor, I learned that every stone has a different smell. I also learned that in order to sculpt you must use all your feelings in it. You would know whether a stone is good to use if you can hear the sound travel through it. Also, you would know if you hit it with a hammer and it does not have a crack in it. The last thing I learned is that they leave the stone in between each gap so it can be transported. 

From the second video, Glass and Ceramics, I learned that glass is made by silica sand, heat and another substance. One of those other substances can either be oyster shells, soda, or limestone.  These substances make sure the glass does not form into liquid. I also learned that stained glass windows are made from lead. Ceramic goes through a process called glazing which gives it a shine. 

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

The videos relate to the readings in the text because they both give information on how sculptures are made and how the sculptor goes about creating it. It shares information about casting, carving, and assembling it. It also talks about using time and place wisely. The reading also talks about how ceramic and glass is made. It also gives a background on where ceramics and glass were used as a form of art. 

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

 I thought the films were very informative. They gave a lot of information on different types of sculptures, and the different types of information on how to keep it from breaking. The other video gave a lot of information on the different types of glass and how they are made. Both videos showed how they were made step by step. 

Designing My Logo

1. Discuss what you thought about creating your logo.
I thought to design a logo, in general, was going to be hard since I can not draw. But as I got into the zone of doing it, I felt I did a very great job for someone who is not that great at drawing. 

2. Describe the process: creative thinking skills and ideas you used in the logo creation.
The first thing I thought about is what should I use to inspire me to design the logo. To design my logo I decided to do a logo for my blog. Since my blog name is The Journey into an Artistic Heart, I decided to use a heart with a paint brush to fit my blog name. 

3. What was the most important discovery you made in the creation of your logo?
The most import discovery was if you have your mind set on a specific thing you want to do, you should do it. 

4. What is the most important information you learned from watching the videos, powerpoint, and reading material for this project? What is your opinion of the videos?
The most important thing I learned was that you should get others opinion and use that to help make the product or logo better. I found the videos helpful. It gave information on how to go about designing something and figure out how to make it better.