Category: Art

Table of Contents Portraits of the Tetrarchs Arch of Titus Works Cited Portraits of the Tetrarchs The name of the piece is a portrait of the four tetrarchs, which refers to a porphyry sculpture of Roman rulers. The work of art is found in Italy at St Mark’s Basilica and is considered part of the…

Table of Contents Introduction The ideas of “Crash” Conclusion References Introduction “Crash” (2004) is directed by Paul Haggis, a director who won the Academy Awards for the screenplay of “Million Dollar Baby”. Aspects such as serendipity, coincidence, and luck have been employed in this movie, as the lives of the characters crash into each other…

Visiting a museum is a fascinating but challenging endeavor. Rich in emotions and impressions, a visit to a museum requires the basic knowledge of art. Visitors must be able to place themselves within the museum’s emotional and physical context. Reasons why people visit museums are numerous. Falk and Dierking (1992) are confident that the prevailing…

Table of Contents Introduction Historical Overview The Exhibit The Connection Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Obtaining historical knowledge is essential in the contemporary world. As some philosophers might say, researching history provides the people with the required directions which they should follow. Reaching success is only possible if one’s actions match evolution’s tendencies. There are several…

Artists have always been in conflict with their societies. Every society uses art to judge its people. Many artworks speak to their audiences. Artists have always used various artworks to communicate something meaningful to their viewers. Art raises many questions within our societies. Artworks give people a reason to think and make the best decisions.…

Table of Contents The Sculptor The Sculpture Critical Analysis Works Cited Donatello was an Italian sculptor from Florence who lived in the early renaissance period. He is famous for his relief sculpture works. One of such sculptures is “David” a sculpture he created based on the biblical story of David and Goliath. This fifteenth century…

Gattaca is a futuristic film set in what is dubbed as a ‘not-too-distant future.’ The movie elicits the longstanding debate on the role and place of genetic engineering amongst human beings. Directed by Andrew Niccol, the film is set in California, and it does not take sides on whether genetic engineering is good or bad;…

It is through disciplines of musical theater including acting, dance or movement, music and also Movie Theater requiring children characters that the art of Children Theater came about. With this put into consideration there arise the pros and cons of Children Theater. One may argue that children don’t have to necessarily participate in theater for…

Table of Contents Vaudeville Minstrel References Vaudeville This show is a shambles from the Antimacassar Epoch of the Victorian Era. There was, in fact, a quick little round of applause when the spectators, wearied with Sydney Rosenfeld’s ancient comedy. The’ Club Friend, saw the differentiated light comedian’s name put up on the slats: at the…

Peter Pan is a story about a boy who refused to grow up. The book depicts awful feeling experienced by those who are going through a transitional stage of development, from childhood to adolescence and from adolescence to adulthood. Escaping responsibility and various changes that accompany maturity are the central themes of an original story.…