1. What were you expectations for this course and where they met?

My expectations for this course was to learn the most important details about art. I wanted to learn how to connect to artists artwork like I have seen other people do. Yes, I feel that my expectations were met. Watching videos each week, and going to the three art visits was very interesting and allowed me to connect the way I hoped I would. 

2. Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your intial posting?

I would say art is an expression. It is all about the way the artist thinks, and feels. I would define it this way now compared to my initial post because I was able to witness art in this way.

3. Who was your favorite artist in your original posting and who is your favorite visual artist now? If there is a difference, why do you think so? If you have the same favorite artist, why do you think so?

I did not have a favorite artist and I still do not have a specific artist. I love artwork that has to due with impressions because it is easy for the audience to relate to it.  

4. Now that you've completed this course, how do you feel about taking an online course? Is your answer the same as it was in your first posting? How is it the same or different?

Yes it is the same, I love online courses! 

Week Fifteen

Not every piece had a title, media, or size...

1. Why did you select the inspiration pieces?

I selected the three inspiration pieces because each one had something interesting to me...

#1 "Self-Portrait Taking Selife in Sacra Conversazione (Holy Conversation)" of Barbara Hart taking selfie of herself . That is me every time I'm feeling pretty, dolled up! So I can relate along with many others. 
#2 Jack Edson inspired me just because I love quilts and the beautiful colors and patterns inspired me. It looked peaceful. 
#3 Gary L. Wolfe inspired me with his circular self because it was an extreme close up with much detail. 

2. Why did you select the media to create your self-portrait?

I selected a pencil and colored pencils because I feel like it is the easiest tool for me to draw with. 

3. What challenges did you face in creating your self-portrait and how did you overcome them?

The challenges I faced creating my self-portrait was making sure I made it look like me. I overcame this challenge by taking my time drawing my selfie.

4. How does this piece represent you?

This piece represents me because I am known for always being dolled up.

5. What elements and principles of art did you apply in this work?

The elements I used were line, color, and texture. The principles I used were was pattern. 

6. Did you enjoy working on this project?
Yes, I enjoyed drawing myself because I never tried to before. 

7. What do you think of your final artwork?

I think my final artwork turned out better then I expected, I love it! 

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

In "The Lowdown on Lowbrow: West Coast Pop Art" the key concept learned was all of the artists influences for his artwork. 

In "Tate Modern" the key concept learned was that curators found a way to open the audiences eye to structure an entirely abstract art to using what they have in the collection of modern art. 

In "An Acquiring Mind: Philippe de Montebello and The Metropolitan" the key concept learned was the power the director, Mr. Montebello had on people an how hard he has worked in working to make this museum what it was for all of the years. Working with thousands of artwork. 

2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Exhibition project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.

Yes, the videos relate to the creation of my art exhibition project because I was able to witness my duties for the project in the videos. Seeing the collections put together by real art curators, and hearing what their thinking process was it was nearly the same as my own, and also seeing the audience visit the collections that were picked to be put together in the museums rooms allowed me to see how it would actually play out if my work was to be really considered.

3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of the art concepts you practiced while creating your curation project?

My opinion of the films would be that they were the most interesting we had to watch. They add depth to understanding the art concepts for this project. It helped me understand more of what art curation is in more detail and allowed me to want to be even more creative with my thinking process.