Cultural Expression In African American Art
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A 4 page paper on the use of art to express the African American struggles (everyday and over the centuries), successes, and the search for identity and empowerment. Two artists highlighted are: Jason Miccolo Johnson and John Biggers, noting their past and contributing contributions to the culture of African American expression. The paper also relies on quotes from literary and other Black artists to express not only the daily struggle for survival and recognition for African Americans, but the struggle of Black artists in the art world itself.
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Robert S. Duncanson and 'The Lotus-Eaters'
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A six page paper looking at this nineteenth-century African-American artist in terms of the presence of racial motifs in his art, particularly his painting 'The Land of the Lotus-Eaters.' The paper presents both sides of the argument, but concludes that Duncanson was primarily concerned with evoking the beauty of nature, not making a social commentary. Bibliography lists six sources.
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Garden Of Eden, Garden Of Gethsemane & The Last Supper
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10 pages in length. No greater contrarieties could exist than between the Garden of Eden and the Garden of Gethsemane; their drastic differences were as vast as the day is long. Where one represented peace and tranquility, the other symbolized sadness, torture and the depths of despair. There is much controversy and mystery surrounding da Vinci's painting, The Last Supper, depending upon which account one believes -- the biblical version or the contemporary version. Even within the biblical version, however, there exists varying accounts of what took place in da Vinci's masterpiece. The writer compares and contrasts the differences between the Gardens, briefly accounts for the fall of Adam and Eve, discusses the various interpretations of The Last Supper, and also includes a bit about the history behind the artist's rendering. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Japanese Art Of The Kamakuran Period
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10 pages in length. The Kamakuran period marks the time in Japanese history when the city of Kamakura was the capitol of Japan. The period was characterized by great and beautiful art as a direct result of the change in military rule, and Buddhist beliefs. Most of the art of the time consisted sculptures pictures and portraits of Gods, spirits, and priests. This paper traces the development, significance, & style of Kamakuran Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Japanese Art and Culture
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of Japanese culture with an emphasis on art. Included is a section on the history of art in Japan. Contemporary subjects are addressed including the culture's treatment of AIDS and homosexuality. Comparisons between Japanese and Western culture are made throughout the paper. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Japanese Art During The Asuka Period
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of Japanese art as was created during the Asuka period. The scope of the era is defined and its link with the introduction of Buddhism is highlighted. The Horyuji Temple is noted as being important to the history of Japanese art and the clothing as created during the time period is also included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Jean-Jacques Rousseau & His Criticism Of The Arts
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A 3 page essay discussing Rousseau's criticism of art as something that inherently corrupts civic virtue. The writer finds that Rousseau is logically fair when he critiques Moliere but finds reason to debate his denouncement of the theater -- arguing that in his attack on the arts, Rousseau does actually promotes and endorse certain fascist ideals of censorship. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Art Censorship / Right or Wrong?
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A 5 page examination of the censorship of art. Discusses the rights and wrongs of censorship and the tendency of many people to conform with the opinions of what they perceive as the majority. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Censoring Art
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A 5 page paper discussing the problem of censorship in regards to visual art. The main focus of the paper is the problem facing our schools art classrooms , with some mention of other types of censorship evident in the schools. Many parents are arguing that much of the material that is presented in the classroom is objectionable and should be removed from the classroom. Other people have complained about art that has been created by students stating that the art is satanic and disturbing and should not be exhibited. Censorship, in general, is wrong and should be opposed. There should, however, be measures taken to protect those who are offended for not all art is appreciated by everyone. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Impact of Minoan Art and Culture on Mycenae & Early Greece
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This 5 page paper considers the structure of Minoan art and culture and demonstrates the Minoan influence on Mycenaean and early Greek art, architecture and culture. An emphasis is given on principle characteristics, stylistic developments and architecture within these styles. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Aegean Art
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A 4 page study of art in the region surrounding Greece before the insurgence of the more traditionally known Greek period of art. Previous to Classical Greek art the Aegean art composed of several types of art forms that generally contained smooth and curved lines. The subject of art was oriented much more towards nature and animals than the Greek period that was to follow. The Aegean period includes the Minoan, Mycenaen, and Cycladic art forms. Bibliography included.
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Ancient Greek Art
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A 4 page study of ancient Greece and the art form it produced. This period in time produced many forms of art. The art of the ancient Greeks was to influence the world greatly as many buildings were built with Greek architecture in mind. Even today we still see its influences in most of our government buildings across the nation. The sculptures, paintings and architecture were highly charged and elegant. It was an incredibly influential period in history that has perhaps not been surpassed by any period since. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A Comparative View of Works of Ancient Art
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This 5 page paper provides a comparative view of three pieces of ancient art, with a focus on elements like form, medium, the use of subjects, and the use of light and shadow. This paper includes a comparative view of three works of ancient Roman and Egyptian sculpture and considers the main similarities and differences in the pieces. Bibliography lists 4 source.
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The Use of Color in Ancient Greece
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This 7 page paper discusses the use of color throughout the time between and including the Geometric and Hellenistic periods. Ceramics and paintings are among the many art examples provided. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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The Progresss of Visual Communication
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a 4 page paper in which the writer examines a painting of each, Ambrogio Lorenzetti, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael Santi, and shows through their depiction of the human body, the progression of visual communications. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Symbolism in African Art
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A 6 page paper which examines the definition of symbolism in African art through masks and other three-dimensional work. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBafrart.rtf

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