Opera class

Today's class continued studying opera.  The focus on how the opera changed in the 20th was clearly and exciting.  It seemed that the ending were on the same basis but the 20th century took the drama to a higher level.  I found that the Opera Elektra was suspenseful and kept your attention, while the operas watched on Monday were much more calm.  To say the least, the 20th century made operas more entertaining.

Steve Jobs Apple Tablet article

After reading the article about Steve Jobs, the current powerhouse of Apple, I found it interesting that the creator of all the desirable gagdets made by Apple was once behind by the company because of an idea that would have promoted the company throughout the business world even more. Today it seems that everyone owns an ipod, mac computer or iphone. And if you don't, you know you want one. The sleek, modern look attracts the buyer and to think that the ideas of these products came from a man that was disregarded at one time makes you wonder what would have happened to these products if Apple completely got rid of him. While companies such as sony, hp and other technological brands probably would have created the products first, would they even look the same? Also, what about the programs that the iMacs offer for graphics. PCs don't come close to the ease or look that can be created through Macs. So while I continue to save for a MacBook pro, I would like to thank Steve Jobs for his innovative ideas and creativity to make things simpler and efficient.

Baroque

Today's class about the Baroque era was quite interesting.  I was not aware that so much of theater was developed during this time.  I love that the costumes and sets are overly dramatic in the operas we watched today.  I think that although they probably would have never lasted, it would be fun to reenact.  The Mozart operas shown were my favorite.  His life and story as an artist is very interesting and therefore makes his operas even more intriguing.  For the upcoming opera assignment, I think that watching an opera by Mozart would be really good.

First Day of Class!!!

Classes have begun again! New classes, new teachers and new experiences lay ahead. My name is Kelsey and I'm a chemistry major and art history minor. I really enjoy taking art courses probably because I don't get to express my ideas and creativity as a chemistry major as much as others. Since I was young I always loved to draw, paint and do silly arts and crafts. In high school I took a painting class that really sparked my interest in art. Although my focus is in science, art has become one of my favorite hobbies that often helps relieve my stress. Enrolling in Art 211H seemed like just another lecture course about the history and development of art. Meanwhile after reviewing the syllabus, the class is filled with exciting projects and topics that I've never studied. While the projects were overwhelming at first, the ideas of what I could produce for each and how has now heightened my excitement and creativity for the upcoming assignments. The professors enthusiasm and interest in the subject itself not only made the first day of class interesting but allows you to look forward to future classes. Although many of the art classes I've taken in the past taught me how to analyze and formally write about art pieces, I love that this course will allow me to create pieces instead. I hope to find a new sense of creativity and discover new abilities as an artist through this course. While some assignments may be more difficult than others each will broaden my horizon and teach me to think outside the box.