Guernica

the past the gap between present and past are filled with fictional and nonfictional stories. Like Yann Martel's novel there has been an exceeding amount of stories representing historical moments. With novels like “Animal farm, The Plague, [and] Guernica ” that all capture the horrible events of the past and turn them into meek stories that tear at the heart string. Forcing their way in ,the artist is able to create stories with their work ,“becoming the [holders] of history” and allowing…

Pablo Picasso was of Spanish origin born in the city of Malaga. He was born on the 25th of October 1881. Pablo was the son of Don Jose Ruiz and Maria Picasso Lopez. He was a remarkable artist in the field of painting. He was also a sculptor, ceramicist, stage designer, and a poet. Picasso was a prominent figure, especially in the 20th century, because there were many art movements during that time. He had a great impact on the world of art which made him gain many fans and critics alike. He was…

the psychic fears and the eroticism that had been largely contained or sublimated since 1909…”, writes art historian Melissa McQuillan. Arguably Picasso's most famous Surrealist work is his depiction of the German bombing of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War – Guernica (1937), which attempts to show the brutality, inhumanity and suffering of war. When asked to explain its symbolism, Picasso said, "It isn't up to the painter to define the symbols. Otherwise it would be better if he wrote them…

Throughout the 1900’s, the developments of the arts were profoundly impacted by the current social, political, and economic affairs of European life. At a time shaped so much by desperation and the loss of faith, artists and writers reflected their innermost emotions and personal struggles through creative outlets. After the devastation of a war, the transition from an optimistic, vibrant life to dismal feelings seemed to essentially shape the progress of European culture. Particularly, in the…

from England, who have lost his hand in car accident and is successful working as a software engineer at IBM, but recently he started painting, influenced by his car accident, and his paintings are beautiful abstract paintings in style of Picasso’s “Guernica”. Like so on, ever artwork is meaning, it would much better if people to appreciate the work and give some respect. Anyway, I find my desire to paint my emotions and feelings on canvas as an art is fascinating way to express myself to the…

Of the countless artists throughout history, most pale in comparison to the great Pablo Picasso. Few have created revolutionary new styles of art, and not many have the comprehensive knowledge of their domain to freely adapt from one form to another. However, these artistic gifts did not fall freely into Picasso’s lap, rather, his life progressed through stages of grief and loss. Picasso sacrificed significant personal relationships and sanity for creativity’s sake, solidifying his own…

If a literary counterpart to Guernica exists, it is Erich Maria Remarque’s novel All Quiet on the Western Front, it portrays the toll of human suffering in World War I, a conflict that ushered in modern weapons of mass destruction, such as tanks and poison gas. However, many tales focus on the glory of the war, such as the epic Beowulf, rather than the devastation. With the help of luck, both Paul and Beowulf conquer opponents that mirror themselves. Despite similar victories, only Beowulf is…

Sylvia Plath’s “Daddy” Sylvia Plath faced many obstacles in her life, including the death of her mother, father troubles, an identity crisis and a failed marriage. Throughout Sylvia Plath’s work, she revealed this troublesome life, as well as her true emotions. Plath wrote “Daddy” before her final suicide attempt and really expressed her state of mind about people in her life during this time. Sylvia Plath’s life experiences and relationships combined with historical references impacted her…

Which of the following works demonstrates the Futurists' interest in motion? |a. |The City | |b. |Dynamism of a Dog on a Leash | |c. |Champs de Mars or The Red Tower | |d. |The Portuguese…

“The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot” by Brand New, relates to me personally because of a friendship I came across in high school. When I listen to this song, it brings me back to my teenage years, when I was a young girl longing for a relationship with my dream guy. This band was introduced to me by an English teacher from highschool whom I had the biggest crush on. I connect with this song because it reminds me of the relationship I had with this teacher. He stole my heart at first sight,…