ART
Its Meaning and Significance in Our World
As I reflect on this section I look back upon my own life and how I personally have lost my ability to create. Somewhere in time I have lost the ability to remember to dream and turn those dreams into creations. I need to take time to stop and appreciate the multiple forms of art our world has to offer. The more time I give myself to stop, appreciate and dream, the more creative I will become.
Art as a Universal Visual Language
Art is a non-verbal communication. It is a way to express our emotions. The first form of this expression that has been recorded is from the Aboriginal societies thirty two thousand years ago. As time has passed so has the different forms of art. From symbols carved into …show more content…
Cultural arts: (often will be a type of traditional expression of different ethnic groups.) Basket weaving, African masks, American quilts and handcrafted toys are a few examples.
Two Dimensional Art: painting, drawing, printmaking, bookmaking and collage.
Three Dimensional Art: sculptures, clay, metal wood and neon lights.
Crafts: ceramics, fibers, jewelry, enamel and wood.
Poplar Art: clothing items, abandoned items, graphic design, videos, magazines and book illustrations.
These are a few examples of each categories. Many forms of art fit into multiple categories. Art is to create, it is limitless, as long as it grows and we continue to dream art categories and their format will continue to expand.
Art as History and Culture:
Art is an extension of who we are and what we do, personally and culturally. Our history has been recorded using multiple art mediums. Such as: symbols, paintings, photos and videos.
Art in the Community and School
You may think that the only place you may be able to find art is in an art gallery, but this is not the case. Most communities try to incorporate the arts by building museums and organizing craft fairs. Your local library is also another location you can find different types of …show more content…
Artist are always searching for new ideas and inspirations. These inspirations may come from others artwork or dreams that have occurred on their own. They often look at the world through different eyes and become inspired by items that most would see no other value in, other than that items original function.
Art and the Individual Student
Typically school focuses on a student’s logical thinking that comes from the left side of the brain. As educators we need to encourage the development of the student’s right hemisphere of the brain. Then we will see stronger connections and a more observant and perceptive student.
A student’s art may also be a small picture into their personal life. It may revile their achievements and their failures, their celebrations and their tragedies. Allowing students to explore with art and including their parents will install a since of pride and strengthen communication and relationships with others.
Perceptual Experiences and Creative Thinking
Toddlers and babies explore and learn through touch sight and sound. The physical movement, tone of our voices and expressions on our faces teach babies how to mimic syllabic speech and is the starting point of their own vocal and physical
Its Meaning and Significance in Our World
As I reflect on this section I look back upon my own life and how I personally have lost my ability to create. Somewhere in time I have lost the ability to remember to dream and turn those dreams into creations. I need to take time to stop and appreciate the multiple forms of art our world has to offer. The more time I give myself to stop, appreciate and dream, the more creative I will become.
Art as a Universal Visual Language
Art is a non-verbal communication. It is a way to express our emotions. The first form of this expression that has been recorded is from the Aboriginal societies thirty two thousand years ago. As time has passed so has the different forms of art. From symbols carved into …show more content…
Cultural arts: (often will be a type of traditional expression of different ethnic groups.) Basket weaving, African masks, American quilts and handcrafted toys are a few examples.
Two Dimensional Art: painting, drawing, printmaking, bookmaking and collage.
Three Dimensional Art: sculptures, clay, metal wood and neon lights.
Crafts: ceramics, fibers, jewelry, enamel and wood.
Poplar Art: clothing items, abandoned items, graphic design, videos, magazines and book illustrations.
These are a few examples of each categories. Many forms of art fit into multiple categories. Art is to create, it is limitless, as long as it grows and we continue to dream art categories and their format will continue to expand.
Art as History and Culture:
Art is an extension of who we are and what we do, personally and culturally. Our history has been recorded using multiple art mediums. Such as: symbols, paintings, photos and videos.
Art in the Community and School
You may think that the only place you may be able to find art is in an art gallery, but this is not the case. Most communities try to incorporate the arts by building museums and organizing craft fairs. Your local library is also another location you can find different types of …show more content…
Artist are always searching for new ideas and inspirations. These inspirations may come from others artwork or dreams that have occurred on their own. They often look at the world through different eyes and become inspired by items that most would see no other value in, other than that items original function.
Art and the Individual Student
Typically school focuses on a student’s logical thinking that comes from the left side of the brain. As educators we need to encourage the development of the student’s right hemisphere of the brain. Then we will see stronger connections and a more observant and perceptive student.
A student’s art may also be a small picture into their personal life. It may revile their achievements and their failures, their celebrations and their tragedies. Allowing students to explore with art and including their parents will install a since of pride and strengthen communication and relationships with others.
Perceptual Experiences and Creative Thinking
Toddlers and babies explore and learn through touch sight and sound. The physical movement, tone of our voices and expressions on our faces teach babies how to mimic syllabic speech and is the starting point of their own vocal and physical