Art Fun 200

The Nazca Civilization  Hello readers, glad we are finally coming to an end to the semester and I hope it has gone well for everyone and that we have learned a lot to move forward to the next semester. This week we have been given some freedom to choose a non western area of our choosing, and I am choosing the Nazca Civilization, originated in Peru. I do not know much of this area and knew nothing of the different groups of people that were from there so lets get to learning together.  The Nazca civilization flourished in the southern coast of Peru between approximately 100 BC and 800 AD. The culture was heavily influenced by the preceding Paraca's culture so some viewers have a hard time seeing when the change takes place. Their art which includes potery, textiles and geoglyphs offer valuable insight into their cultural beliefs, social structure and artistic techniques. These artworks showcase a unique blend of geometric shapes, animal figures, and human representation with s...

  The Age of Digital Entertainment       Hello everyone reading this weeks blog, I decided to focus on the impacts of digital entertainment and its impact on Post Modern artworks that I will be showcasing below. The rise of digital entertainment transformed not only how people consume media but how artists can create, critique and communicate. In the Post Modern era, art seems to be a reflection of our world surrounded by screens and internet culture, video games, and social media.  Electronic Superhighway  By: Nam June Paik     Created in 1995 by Nam June Paik, the Electronic Superhighway is a powerful reflection of how digital technology reshapes perception and identity in postmodern media art. The work consists of 336 televisions, 50 DVD players, 3,750 feet of cable, and 575 feet neon tubing that outlines the glowing map of the United States. If you look up a video clips of the art piece, each state has personal video clips designed for each st...

  Art in the Great Depression     The Great Depression was a worldwide economic downturn that began in the United States following the stock market crash of October 1929. It lasted through the 30's which had devastating effects including unemployment, banks failed, and millions of people lost their savings, home and livelihoods. This post will explore how the expression of art became a powerful way to express hope, resilience and the need for change during a difficult time.  Departure of the Joads By: Thomas Hart Benton          The artist Benton focused on the realism that reflected the struggles and resilience of everyday Americans during the time of the depression. The Departure of the Joads was created in 1941 which captured the hardships with a touch of empathy and the power of these moments for the future.  The painting has little color which I feel sets the tone for the theme of the blog as well as what lies inside the shado...