Any topic (writer’s choice)

Please write an informal but vigorous 2-page response that addresses the distinct perspectives of two of the writers attached below. Please note and mention the authors and texts you have chosen to discuss. Describe the main arguments put forward by each writer and discuss how these overlap and differ from each other. What questions do … Read more

blog post

Sunday, October 3rd by 11:59PM ObjectiveWrite a mock interview. Interview one (1) of five (5) characters: 1) Mookie (played by Spike Lee) from Do The Right Thing (1989), 2) Bluto (played by John Belushi) from National Lampoons Animal House (1978), 3) Gilbert (played by Anthony Edwards) from Revenge Of The Nerds (1984), 4) Short Round … Read more

film

Watch Wanda (Barbara Loden) then read the two attached readings. Please write a short (225-word or so) response to the readings and screenings for this week. This does not need to be a formal essay. Rather, please record your thoughts, reactions, questions, comments, and any disagreements you have with the materials for the week and … Read more

Art

Formal Analysis The form/structure/organization of an artwork contributes to our understanding of it’s overall meaning. First, watch this 10 minute video on formal analysis.  As you watch, consider how the artist conveys meaning through compositional choices.  Without knowing anything about the artist, time period in which it was made, or specific religious/cultural symbolism, we can … Read more

Design

Explain the difference between the elements and principles of design. Respond in 100 to 200 words.Support your opinion with evidence.Utilize MLA formatting.Utilize in-text citation and a work cited page when appropriate.Write in objective 3rd person point of view.

Asian Art

1) what the author is trying to figure out (his/her question) and what s/he argues/tries to prove; (ask yourself why s/he cares, what about a common way of thinking might propel him/her to take issue with something, which might help you decide what s/he’s trying to prove); 1a) state briefly into what parts s/he breaks … Read more

Baroque Era Writing Quiz

Overview:This assignment will measure your understanding of key components of the Baroque Era.Instructions:Refer back to the units readings and resources to complete the writing assignment. Answer the four (4) short answer questions listed there based on the requirements and rubric below. Do not refer to wikipedia for your responses. Please submit this assignment through SafeAssign … Read more

Compare/Contrast (Citizen Kane & The Shawshank Redemption)

Using the film Citizen Kane, class discussion and the 2 (two) Kane articles; formulate a paper using the following criteria:COMPARE & CONTRAST: Citizen Kane with another film on the American Film Institutes 100 years …100 movies list. (See Attached 100 top movie list.)What you should think about when picking a film:– How does this movie … Read more

Rare Earthenware

Assignment 2: Podcasts (Group)Deliverables: 5 minute audio recordingsSubmission format: upload audio recording to moodleAssessment: 20% of final gradeDue: October 1st, 2021Groups will be asked to record a a short (5 minute) audio reflection/discussion on a work of critical design assigned to them in class. Each podcast discussion should include: An introduction to the project the … Read more

2-1 Discussion: Visual Analysis and Comparison

Select one example of French Art Nouveau (https://www.theartstory.org/movement/art-nouveau/artworks/). Describe the formal qualities of your example in as much detail as possible, and then explain how those qualities communicate or convey meaning. Embed the image directly into your post and cite the source. (Provide a link to the website where you found the image.) In your … Read more