Technology and Creativity
February 26, 2014
Technology often appears to be more related to the sciences than the arts. However, in some instances technology requires more creativity than other disciplines. This is because developing something new in technology requires rewriting and rethinking all previous conceptual algorithms. Jones (1990) discusses several examples where adherence to traditional thinking is illustrated stating that these […]
Creative Spirituality
February 21, 2014
Spirituality is an intimate connection to anything in a way that transcends the tangible world. This isn’t to say that someone cannot have a spiritual relationship with a physical person or thing. Rather, it is the process by which that connection is made. For example, the practice of yoga is something that can be both […]
Textiles and Spirituality
February 18, 2014
In the video Art in the 21st Century, my favorite spiritual artist was Ann Hamilton. Her medium of textiles is something of interest to me. While I am not a very good seamstress, I am passionate about style, fabric, and clothing as art. She connects writing and textiles in an interesting way, stating that the […]
Horror
February 16, 2014
Holland, N. (2010). Psychology Today. Retrieved February 12, 2010, from http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/is-your-brain-culture/201001/why-are-there-horror-movies Holland authored the Psychology Today article titled: “Why Are There Horror Movies?” The article delves into the question posed in our assigned reading by Carroll: why do people get enjoyment from experiencing negative emotions? He mentions that the question is an ancient one that […]
Diegetic, Non-Diegetic, and Mise-en-scene
February 12, 2014
Diegetic: One instance of diegetic sound in “Hush” the episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer is when Buffy and her friend Willow pack up after class. First of all, Buffy and Willow are engaging in a dialogue about the last few minutes of class. This noise is being produced within the scene between the two […]
Clothes: a Medium for Creativity and Personal Growth
February 9, 2014
I am someone who takes a good deal of care with how I adorn my body, specifically based in how I dress. I have always had a love of clothing because I feel it is a very important form of art as expression. I am interested in unique designs, styles and fits. I often even […]
People Watching & Assumptions on Adornment
February 5, 2014
Person #1 This person is a tall middle-aged man who appears to be of Indian decent. He has short hair and a thick moustache. He is wearing an old fleece jacket and has dress slacks on. He is also wearing beat-up sneakers. He is carrying a canvas book bag. The thick moustache leads me to […]
Food & Art Interview
February 2, 2014
Interviewer: CjB Interviewee: Brittany Meal being discussed: Truffle oil broccoli with Himalayan salt and Teriyaki seared tofu Do you believe food is an art or not? “Yes, I would say it is art especially when you go to a fancy restaurant and they present it really nicely. And, it’s a talent that not everyone has, […]