https://padlet.com/beckshari/skaptz0110oz Each week you will post a link to a video, photograph, article, etc. of something you find grotesque in the world at large. Different weeks will have different themes, so be sure to check the course schedule before posting! en-us 2016-08-28 02:46:40 UTC 2016-08-31 23:14:07 UTC hello@padlet.com beckshari https://padlet.com/beckshari/skaptz0110oz/wish/120167156 The Scream by Edvard Munch touches on so many elements of the grotesque which we have read thus far.  There is the obvious distortion of reality, abnormality of form, and the generalized look of horror on the character's face.  This is however considered one of the most beautiful pieces of expressionism known.  Can something be truly beautiful, by standard convention, and grotesque in the same light?  As well, you might even say that grotesque sums of money have paid for this piece, and grotesque acts of illegality have been committed to obtain it as well.  This piece is grotesque in exaggeration, in form, in beauty, in cost and ever so much more.]]> 2016-08-28 02:53:48 UTC https://padlet.com/beckshari/skaptz0110oz/wish/120167156