Saturday, March 12, 2016

m7 video review

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

I never really understood the concept of a "prairie"  until watching this video, now I know it is a flat landscape.I learned a lot from the science of design video as well. They really broke down why and how, going into detail about the science of it. I found this video very informative. I also learned a bit of fashion advice from the woman narrating the film,  That advice was to never wear a mustard colored outfit even in the year 1990.
2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The videos  went with the material in the text hand in hand. The book broke down the terms and explained in detail the structures and each part was called. The video shows us first hand where and why different structures are the way they are, as well as gives us footage as opposed to just pictures.


3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?
I found the films to be very interesting mainly because architecture is something I don't know much about. Because of this I didn't understand a lot of the lingo used in the videos. I did my best and learned things I never knew!

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

I am going to be honest i chose these films strictly because of length. I don't always have the time or patience to spend hours watching videos about architecture. But I am glad I choose these two because I found both of them interesting.






Saturday, March 5, 2016

Sculpting Mod six

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

Through the eyes of a sculptor-
 I learned that every stone has a smell, which I thought was very fascinating simply because I've never smelled a stone statue. I also learned that stone carvers are rarely asked to carve an entire sculpture just pieces at a time, like a hand or foot.
Glass and ceramics-  I learned about glass and how its made. I liked how the went into serious detail about its chemical make up, these are all things I did.t know prior to this video.



2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?
The textbook and videos go hand in hand with this topic. The videos show you how and the book explains why. I have no real hands-on experience with sculpting. I am taking intro to 3 dimensional design this semester. I found it very interesting the process and learned a lot form the textbook and videos.



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

They added to the depth of my knowledge because they really broke down sculpting, in terms that make it relatable. The gentlemen in through the eyes of a sculptor went into his life and how he knew that's what he wanted to do with his life. To me that's a true artist. I also learned a lot about glass and ceramics which is one art field I do don't have

module six peer review


      First off,  I want to be honest and say I was pretty disappointed, I had to go through many student blogs to find 2 that had actually completed the two project assignments. I started reviewing the blog above me, after commenting, I realized that project one wasn't posted. So if I may just review the second one and review project one on a different students blog.

1. The Blogs I reviewed:
http://ardamuz9001.blogspot.com/ for project two
http://wheelej01.blogspot.com/ for project one

http://daartdude.blogspot.com/ for both one and two

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 was very impressed by both slideshows I viewed! For Jaimies,  Yes I did see other elements in the images. I really liked her variety of subject matter and loved the puppy pictures! For Daves slideshow I could say the same. He did a great job of finding the principles of art in everyday simple objects that we take for granted (ice cube tray, Toilet paper)

3. When looking at Project #2: Were 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?

    No, There were actually not! Out of all the blogs I looked at not many chose to do Monets exhibit. I can see why, there are so many wonderful works of art in the gallery to choose from. There were however similarities in the works picked in the two blogs I looked at!

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?

 After looking up the definition of the word pique, I would say yes and no. I am a student of art and have been to the gallery numerous times. I have seen and learned about the majority of these works prior.

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 found it very interesting and haven't done this before. I really enjoyed being able to look and compare the different opinions and values on the thing I love most, art! I do think this is a valuable tool for the learning process.


6. Check your Blog and read comments posted by your Peers. Do you find their comments helpful?
 I did it was very nice to see. The student who reviewed my blog (Jimmy) even commented on my logo, even though it wasn't assigned, Just to tell me I did a good job. Thanks jimmy!