Category: Art

  • The Life and Work of Dorothea Lange

    Dorothea Lange was a celebrated photojournalist and photographer. Many people remember her for her achievements and works in photojournalism. Dorothea was born in New Jersey’s Hoboken in 1895 to Margaretta Nutzhorn and Heinrich Nutzhorn. His father, Heinrich Nutzhorn, was a lawyer but also worked in other positions. Dorothea Lange was brought up in a middle-class…

  • “After the Snow” Painting

    Table of Contents Introduction About the artist Description of the painting Conclusion Works Cited Introduction From the Feltner collection, I was drawn to the section at the end of the museum, which only hosted works about the Civil War. After going through all the pieces, I settled on the one titled After the Snow for…

  • James MacKillop’s Discussion of “The Quiet Man”

    Three ways in which MacKillop sees the film more American than Irish The problem of discussing the film “The Quiet Man” directed by John Ford as rather Irish or American can be considered controversial because of the fact the plot of the story is based on the Irish setting, but the actors and producers are…

  • Kuwait’ and France’ Sculpture Comparison

    Table of Contents Objectives Synopsis Background Significance Methodology Resources Work plan Reference List Objectives The main idea of this project is to consider the sculpture in Kuwait and France with the purpose to compare and contrast them referring to the cultural and religious significance of the items. Moreover, the main objective of this research is…

  • Art and Ideology in the Twentieth Century: Identity Construction

    A matter of identity is a very sophisticated subject and it is closely connected with social dimension. Paradoxically, the notion of the self cannot be alienated by one principle and, therefore, it cannot be purely centered. The identity construction, hence, is not only connected with the core of individuality, as presented by the Western conceptions.…

  • Private Art, Public Exposure

    Table of Contents Introduction Creativity of Artists Diversity of Societal Norms Technological Advancement Economic Aspect Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Works of art are great assets to contemporary society since they reflect identity and values of diverse cultures in the world. Since art is an integral part of the public domain, privatization of art foundations and…

  • “Here, But Not Now” by Kaminska and Nesselroth-Woyzbun

    In their article “Here, But Not Now: A Local Tour of a Global Future in The Afterlife of Buildings”, Aleksandra Kaminska and Eva Nesselroth-Woyzbun have explored the exhibition “The Afterlife of Buildings”. The exhibition was dedicated to making an overview of Warsaw’s historical appearance, its face today, and the future image of the Polish capital.…

  • “Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark” by Steven Spielberg Review

    The movie “Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark” is a cult and is rightfully considered a masterpiece of action-thrillers. More than 40 years have passed since its premiere, and the film industry’s techniques of shooting and acting have changed. However, the legendary “Raiders of the Lost Ark” contains many exciting action scenes and special…

  • “The Paradox of the Philatelic Business” by Paul Grijp

    Table of Contents Summary Presentation of the Article Works Cited Summary The article “The Paradox of the Philatelic Business: Turning a Private Collection into a Professional Trade” examines a unique historical hobby that has remained relevant in many parts of the world. According to the author, money has always reshaped every aspect of human life…

  • Non-Western Cultures’ Commodification

    The commodification of non-Western cultures has posed an aesthetic issue throughout civilization, notably during the Romantic period. This concern is still present today, as evidenced by its presence in building construction, architecture, fashion, and product design. The commodification of non-Western cultures is a significant issue in the creative field today, emphasizing the importance of designers…