- I have selected Neoclassical architecture to be the inspiration of my artwork, which stemmed from the Neoclassical art period, and the beginning of neoclassical art was witnessed in the middle of the 18th century, and as of the literal definition of the word, it means revival of the old past which in this case was the classical art. In addition to most art periods of that time it was centralized in Europe but the Neoclassical period spread around the world as a global art movement. This also…
reached its full potential for fantasy glamour, and mass popularity. The environment was all about magical, luxury, beauty, youth, sexual libration and consumerism. It was a start to a new era of design, films, female roles, and aesthetics. Many designers, directors, writer, and producers from Europe brought Art Deco aesthetics to hollywood. With the rising popularity of Art deco decor, the movie sets were lavished rooms. The popular films during this time were Our dancing Daughters, Grand…
The Spirit of Detroit is a sculpture made in the heart of Detroit. It is a large bronze statue, standing twenty-six feet high and is located at the Coleman A. Young Municipal center on Woodward Avenue. Behind the statue, is a Courts Tower's marble wall element that has various passages, symbols, and writings that symbolize Detroit. The extensively creative detail amidst the statue and the messages behind the sculpture provide a visual argument of hope for the people that walk by it every day and…
She grew up in a modest family, her father was a car dealer and her mother worked as a designer in a textile factory; she has one sister and one half-brother. She became U.S. citizen in 2005. As she has grown up older in Sevnica, Mrs. Trump at 16 years old moved to Ljubljana to attend high school there. According to a report from The Daily…
Maya Lin is an American designer, artist, and architect, most known for her historic memorials. One of her goals in design is to focus on elements and demonstrate naturally occurring phenomena’s in nature which can even be seen right here in Grand Rapids at Rosa Park Circle. Using water as her inspiration for the park, she demonstrates each form that it takes right here in Michigan. Her designs have an incredible ability to encourage people to gather together in open spaces while teaching them…
Dolce&Gabbana is known to be, “The most powerful and influential designers of our time.”, (Reinach, 2012) and is a well known billion-dollar fashion company due to their aggressive marketing. Although this image was created 256 years later, it disappointedly conveys that gender bias is still prominent in todays society…
they direct. A film director reads and selects screenplays and scripts and hires cast members and crews, a process that is long and drawn-out that culminates in auditioning. It is also a film director’s responsibility to set up a film scene, select lighting and backgrounds and talk actors and cast through their scenes. Once recording is complete, the director works with the editors and the director to delete and modify…
inspirations for houses “If I were asked to say what is at once the most important production of art and the thing most to be longed for; I should answer, a beautiful house …” There aren’t many who would disagree with 19th century’s most eminent designer and novelist William Morris. Over the years, the family houses have changed a lot. New artistic influences and technological developments have left their marks on home architecture. But these evolutions have little or no impact on the…
the intricate building skin geometry into an energy analysis application - EnergyPlus. The performance of different building skin options are simulated, as an integral part of the rest of the building, while EnergyPlus determines the optimal day lighting design and the overall building energy…
collaborating with luxury designers to create limited edition collections, and by carefully studying current fashion trends and providing clothes that are both classic, but up to date at affordable prices. Zara on the other hand spends little on advertising. Inditex its lead company is a pioneer among “fast fashion” companies, which essentially imitate the latest fashions and speed their cheaper versions…