Yayoi Kusama's
Dot's Obsession
This image takes the role of helping us see the universe in new and innovative ways.Yayoi describes what when she was a child she began suffering from hallucinations thus began her obsession with dots. She saw dots on everything and began to show the world through unique art interpretation. She believes we should all be one with eternity. Be one with the environment. This masterpiece describes the role of being one with the universe I believe because its calming and refreshing. It makes me think of throwing a stone in water causing countless ripples. Truly a relaxing piece which she has not made too many in this fashion. This is one of my favorite works.
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John Ahearn &
Rigoberto Torre
Orange Plants Romulus & Laica
This piece is an example of artists making a visual record of people and animals, events in their time and place. The plaster looks life-life and captures the spirit of the man and man's best friend. I am partial to German Shepards and I love animals which is why I chose this piece to discuss. I also felt that this piece was the most unique because of the dog. Most of the artists' bodies of work are of humans only. The plaster molds fuses the two together as friends and work partners.
Kane Kwei
Coffin in the shape of a Mercedes
This piece is an example of artists making practical objects more pleasing to give them a unique meaning. Losing a loved one is probably the most difficult aspect of life. Kwei celebrates life through extravagant coffins to shed light on the deceased person's interests and occupations. This particular coffin was made for the wealthy. These coffins are not only made for funerals but also to intrigue the art world. I chose to show this piece because it reminds me of an old cigar box my grandfather had. Interesting to look at and serves a purpose.
Jan van Eyck
The Crucifixion; The Last Judgement
This piece tugs at Christianity's heart strings. I consider this the perfect example of the artist reaching out universal legitimacy and unexplained forces. It plays into believers personal feelings. The vivid colors and realism of the painting would be the perfect depiction of the bible for believers. Seeing these images takes them to Christ's crucifixion, dying for sins and the last judgement believers who will follow Christ will rise. I could see this painting in any Christian church it is a beautiful piece I personally love the colors.
Despite being two of the most graphic and unsettling portions of the bible this painting I believe anyone can appreciate, it really is beautiful whether you are a believer or not.
Unknown Artist
Fan
An absolute exquisite piece of work. I believe this piece to be considered Aesthetic due to if the image was painted on just a regular canvas I do not believe it would be as interesting or beautiful. This art displayed on a fan adds a positive spin on the work creating the feeling of delicacy.
