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Impressionism, a significant art movement that arose in France in the late 19th century, was a response to the formal and academic style of art. Understanding the emergence of Impressionism requires considering both the Academies and the artists who rebelled against them. In a new era, young independent artists had to develop their own approach […]

The paintings of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood presented various representations of womanhood that existed during the Victorian era. Through opposing images of sexuality and virtue, the artists made their female subjects elevated and yet imprisoned. These women are a metaphor for the position and role that the ideal Victorian female was expected to take. The first […]

Hindus believe that everyone has an atman (spirit), which is permanent and cannot change. This is in comparison to physical bodies which are not permanent and can change. The atman has the ability to be reborn many times; this is called samsara (reincarnation). This belief can be shown in the Bhagavad Gita, which states that […]

When I initially observe this artwork, I perceive a piece of fabric levitating in the air. However, upon closer examination, I realize that it is suspended by strings and that there is a glimpse of an individual positioned behind the fabric, evident through visible arms and a foot. This painting evokes thoughts about my own […]

During the Renaissance in Florence, art underwent a significant transformation from the styles of the Middle Ages. Renaissance artists viewed this period as a ‘dark age’ that separated the classical style they admired from the rebirth of art that the Renaissance encouraged. Florentine artists were motivated by new ideas based on classical artistic thinking, with […]

Frank Auerbach is an artist whose work is almost completely diminished when it’s reproduced in books or magazines (or websites for that matter). The images are as far removed from Auerbach’s actual work as a photograph of someone is from the real person. It’s all to do with the complexity of the surfaces that Aurbach […]

Many people of Gilead manipulate power to get what they want. Many characters in the novel find a way to control others with what they have, Offred uses sexuality as her power, even though she has fear of controlling this tool, she try’s to imagine what men ( angels) think of her appearance when she […]

Prior to August 2003, I had been aware of Max Beckmann’s reputation as one of the most formidable artists post-World War II in the 20th century. My journey to New York was solely for the purpose of viewing an exceptionally uncommon exhibit featuring seven out of nine triptychs he created during his lifetime. Despite my […]

The recent production of David Lynch shows that the director does not create movies for wide audiences and does not take into account their tastes and prizes his independence above everything. This was emphasised in each of his films but in his recent film he surpassed himself and overstepped the limits. In my opinion, he […]

Film holds considerable sway as a medium, serving as both a source of inspiration and reflection. Its capacity to incite discord or encourage accord is undeniable, as it can depict complex human sentiments and enhance our understanding of ourselves and others. Visually, films possess the capability to transport us to alternate realms that are simultaneously […]

Frontline is a professional which was re-choreographed, from a Portuguese version in to his own. He uses six dancers, of which there are four females, and two males. Frontlines lighting is structured into lines across the stage, the linear lines of light, helps to tell the story and guide the pathways of the dance. They […]

“Howard Hodgkin’s new paintings are a mess. At least, I thought so the first time I saw them. Crude, slapped-on swathes of blue and green, bare patches of wood underneath, haphazard strokes – where was the balance and delicacy of structure, the dance of vibrantly contrasting colours that glowed on the walls at his 1997 […]

John Singer Sargent, one of the greatest portrait painters of all time, was also an historian. He did not write about his era. He recorded the wealthy and successful people of his time in paintings that say more about the late Victorian and Edwardian age than words ever could. His portraits of the rich and […]

This piece by Salvador Dali is of his own mother, who appears to be in her late 50’s. She is positioned in a three quarter view and her chin is tilted slightly down. She is a slightly heavy set woman and of a light complexion yet with little bits of rosy undertones that give her […]

In this project I am going to explain, with examples, whether the Germans thought the Weimar Republic was corrupt or creative. My first source is a picture. The artist is George Grosz. The picture is entitled ‘Grey day.’ Already, from the title I can tell that the painting isn’t going to be very bright and […]

Question 1: In this essay, I will address two questions related to Freidrich’s quote, ‘[T]he feeling of another person should never be imposed upon us as a law’. Firstly, I will examine whether Friedrich’s view aligns with Rousseau’s ideas from The Social Contract. Secondly, I will analyze David’s paintings to determine if he would have […]

Art has no boundaries because it can take many different forms. Art is not governed by anything except for the creative impulses of the artist and therefore it can manifest itself in countless ways. Two unique types of art are written art and visual art. These two styles are very different but skilled artists can […]

Tennessee Williams masterfully crafts a network of intricate emotions in A Streetcar Named Desire. This network creates flawed characters who strive for an elusive ideal standard of perfection. Blanche, in particular, unveils her false and sinister nature that stems from an obsession with attaining perfection. The yearning for perfection is a common pursuit among many […]

The inception of contemporary art can be traced back to Impressionism. In the 19th century, a movement emerged that was initially ridiculed by the public. However, artists who were once insulted by this label are now celebrated for their exceptional artwork as society now values “different” and “unique” perspectives. Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Pierre Auguste […]

In his book Leonardo’s Sfumato, Alexander Nagel begins with a French quote by Paul Valery that emphasizes the significance of Leonardo da Vinci’s work in guiding our spiritual practice and attention towards the ideas he transmitted. Leo Steinberg shares Nagel’s perspective on the study of Leonardo’s art. Steinberg and Nagel both emphasize the importance of […]

The objective of this assignment was to examine Tetley’s advertising methods and their selection of target audience. Additionally, we were required to create a Tetley Tea advertisement and submit our videos for the annual Tetley Tea competition. The objectives of the brief include Market Research Categorizing the Audience, Tetley Case Studies, creating our own Tetley […]

The essay will begin with an introduction to each approach, giving main assumptions and supporting evidence. Following this, the two theories will be compared and contrasted, looking at strengths and weaknesses. In conclusion there will be a short explanation of the main areas of similarity, and differences. Psychology and its many definitions has changed radically […]