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As I was working on editing a collection of photographs that I had taken, I came across this picture of a formal garden that I took in the late Fall.  I find the linear starkness and lack of texture of the bare trees in the background to be a counterpoint for the more rounded and lush foliage that remains in the foreground.  The geometric shapes of the stone fencing and the lack of color in the background all contribute to the sense of barrenness.  In comparison, the garden in the foreground still contains some color and life, and the circular sculpture, with  the circular planting bed beneath it, create a focal point.

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French, K. (2018, July 18). 15 Brands With a Visual Identity That Perfectly Captures Their Personality. Retrieved from https://www.columnfivemedia.com/15-examples-of-brand-visual-identity

Rogue, a beer brand from Oregon, is part of the movement promoting transparency in food (or in this case, drink) origin and production.  Similar to the farm-to-table concept many food companies and restaurants are employing to entice conscientious buyers and patrons, Rogue follows a wholesome, detail-oriented approach.  They grow a fair amount of their own ingredients, or rely upon reliable local sellers. A large part of their identity is nature-based. The names of their beverages are often nature-related, and are usually humorous, which makes them instantly recognizable and appealing.  The art used on their bottles is hand-created, and the advertisements and marketing that they employ follows the "farm fresh" theme.

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Florida Center for Instructional Technology.(n.d.). Zyclon B cans.  Retrieved from http://fcit.usf.edu/Holocaust/gallfr2/FAUSC28.htm
For my theme of art produced in, or revolving around the Holocaust, I feel that this image would be important to use in my display because it carries an enormous emotional impact.  The cans in this image once held the gas used to exterminate living humans. They appear so small in relation to the horror they unleashed, but the fact that there are piles of them accumulated speaks volumes.  The systematic and relentless killing of Jews, Gypsies, handicapped, homosexuals, and other undesirable individuals was a evil of such magnitude that it is understandably difficult to wrap one's head around it.  For me, I am fearful that this feeling of not being able to comprehend the atrocities committed by the Germans may work against other's abilities to believe that it happened, and there is the danger always of history repeating itself.  We need to be aware of history, and keep it alive so that it doesn't repeat itself.

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Supper at Emmaus
Italy,1601,Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio
Location- The National Gallery
Medium: Oil on canvas

Caravaggio, in contrast to a tempestuous and rebellious personal life, was often commissioned to create works of religious art in early 17th century Italy. Supper at Emmaus is inspired by the moment that Jesus revealed himself to two of his disciples following his crucifixion.  His depiction of Jesus is unique in that he is beardless,and rather than a direct halo of light behind him, the background shadows encircle his head.  Caravaggio's use of light and depth gives the impression that the characters are extended into the viewer's space, drawing them into the scene. Emphasis is placed upon the symbolism of thestill life on the table, as well as upon the intensity of the emotions of the disciples.

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A second topic I'm considering for the topic of my final project is the art involved in video games. While not always considered "true art" by many, this medium is actually an elevated form of art; it encompasses many different styles and genres within one element, and actually allows the viewer to become fully immersed within the art.  I chose this particular scene from the game The Last Guardian because it illustrates the detail and intricacies of the art, and demonstrates the amount of time and skills dedicated to creating the experience.

ScOULaris. (2018, July 05). I'd like to discuss some of The Last Guardian's unsung accomplishments. Retrieved March 26, 2019, from https://www.resetera.com/threads/id-like-to-discuss-some-of-the-last-guardians-unsung-accomplishments.19155

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I am considering studying the types of art produced during the Holocaust for the theme of my final project. I am interested in this topic not only because of my heritage, but because I feel it is very important that the history of this era not be forgotten or diminished in impact over time. This was a very dark period in time for all of mankind, Jewish or not. The image on this post is a photograph of The International Monument, dedicated in 1968, at the Dachau Concentration Camp. The picture was taken with the sculpture forming a dark silhouette
in the forefront of a rising or setting sky, and illustrates the dichotomy between the inmate's stark reality and freedom.

Holocaust Art (1933-1945) Artistic Images of the Shoah. (n.d.). Retrieved March 26, 2019, from
http://www.visual-arts-cork.com/definitions/holocaust-art.htm

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The ring in The Hobbit/The Lord of the Rings series by J.R.R. Tolkien is a constant underlying theme within the series.  It's inscription, translated, means: One ring to rule them all, One ring to find them, One ring to bring them all and In the darkness bind them. The ring originally represented power and control over others, but grew to serve as a symbol of unity for the people of the Middle Earth. As the story unfolded, the ring also began to serve as the ultimate goal at the end of a life-changing quest. I selected this particular image of the ring because it also pictured the map of the Middle Earth, which represented the quest undertaken.

Amazon teases Lord of the Rings series set in the Second Age. (2019, March 08). Retrieved March 15, 2019, from https://consequenceofsound.net/2019/03/amazon-lord-of-the-rings-second-age-show/

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I find this image to epitomize what identity means to me.  Behind the perfect face can lie a compound and multifaceted identity that others can only get to know when the person opens up and moves aside the face normally displayed. The divergent array of colors symbolize not only the complexity of an individual's personality, but could also represent the colors of the rainbow, a common theme in gender identity.

Yann Houri. (n.d.). Retrieved March 15, 2019, from https://www.widewalls.ch/artist/yann-houri/

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I don't watch this show - or any news-related show - that often, but I will stop to watch parts of this when my mom has it on. I like the host's sarcastic sense of humor, and his ability to break current events into the comedy events that they seem to be these days.

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I enjoy the game Bioshock, because it is reality-driven. It involves parallel universes, with the characters jumping between them. Interestingly enough, it is a pair of twins that show up randomly throughout your playing to guide and assist you.

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Ciborium  (1330/1350),[ gilded copper and champlevé enamel], National Gallery of Art. Retrieved from https://www.nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.1439.html#relatedpages
The artist of this piece is unknown. It is of Medieval Spanish origin. The entire piece is drafted of gilded copper and champlevé enamel.The purpose was ritualistic; it was used for communion during important services in the Catholic church. The colors used in the enamel are an important element: there are only two; bright turquoise, alternating with a duller gray-green, which may have faded from an original cobalt blue hue.If I choose to keep this as one of the items in my essay, I would certainly want to discuss it's function as a sacred/holy icon within the church, and why the value extended beyond the materials it was crafted from.

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Chalice of the Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis (2nd/1st century B.C.(cup)); (1137-1140 (mounting)),[sardonyx cup with heavily gilded silver mounting, adorned with filigrees set with stones, pearls, glass insets, and opaque white glass pearls], National Gallery of Art, Retrieved from https://www.nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.1437.html
Several artists contributed over the centuries to the artwork in it's current state; known of them known by name. The cup is identified as an Alexandrian work of the Ptolemaic period, while the mounting and shape of the chalice reflects both Byzantine and Western traditions.
The cup is carved from sardonyx stone, and the mounting is silver with multiple gemstones and filigree. The purpose was ritualistic; it was used for communion during important services in the Catholic church. The texture is an important element of the piece, varying between smooth curves of the cup, and the raised intricacies of the filigree work. If I choose to keep this as one of the items in my essay, I would certainly want to discuss it's function as a sacred/holy icon within the church, and why the value extended beyond the materials it was crafted from.

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Immigrants (We Get The Job Done)

Hamilton is one of my favorite musicals, and one I'd love to be able to see in person. This picture is taken from the First Act, where Hamilton and Lafayette are talking/singing about how the Revolutionary War/French Revolution are being won only because of the number of immigrants fighting in them. It's ironic how the topic of immigrants/their worth is being politicized to this day.

Immigrants (We Get The Job Done). (2017, January 15). Retrieved from https://rebelliouslawyeringinstitute.org/immigrants-we-get-the-job-done/

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Vajra Flaying Knife

This knife embodies both beauty and cruelty.  Identified as a flaying knife, it could have been utilized for butchering and skinning of animals or fish... or possibly even of people. The handle is intricate, combining both a scepter and the head of a sea beast. The metal inlays are intricate and delicate, and run along the entire top length of the blade. The amount of detail and the use of precious metals leads one to assume that this belonged to someone of high importance or skill.

Vajra Flaying Knife. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2019, from https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/works-of-art/1985.397/

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Two Dogs Palette, Hierakonpolis, Egypt c.3100 B.C.E. (Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford)

This palette was intended as a ritual offering made to demonstrate the piety of the donor, and bring the person closer to the diety. The two-dimensional reliefs on the palettes tended to be very symbolic and well-organized.

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Zhenmushou

This piece is marked as being a Chinese tomb guardian from the mid- to late 6th century. It would be interesting to know why the culture believed that certain tombs needed this for protection. It would be interesting to learn their beliefs about the afterlife.

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Many of my friends and I like to cosplay/attend anime conventions. I chose this photograph because it exemplifies the amount of creativity and time it takes to effectively transform into the character you choose. In this photo, a strong vibrant color is utilized in a cohesive manner between the car and the model. Additionally, the use of texture provides depth and a sense of the layers used to create her character and make her seem all the more authentic.

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The shading behind the plum tree utilizes the complementary colors of red and green. The two colors provide a sense of unity and calmness, and contribute to the sense of peace. The emerging buds, in white, suggest new beginnings and hope to the people who appear to be far away and held back by the fencing.

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The museum that we went to called it "The Village".I chose the picture because it was authentic looking and I liked the contrast of the tree. It is sort of calming and homey looking

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Sokolsky J. ‎November‎ ‎28‎, ‎2016

The image i choose is of my sister and a very close friend of mine. The colors and the structure are two of the reasons why I choose this photo. that when I take pictures I try to take care and frame them in a way that makes them unique.

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I chose this image because I thought that it was really unique looking.The top of the vessel looks like it has devil horns and might be a creature that isn't known. I also chose this image because it looks like an animal from a old TV show that my twin and I would watch on repeat.

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I chose this image because like most twins we are really close. We have a lot of shared interests and even sharing three really good friends. Family is a really important matter to me,and knowing that I will always have someone really close means a-lot