art Presentation Chinese painting and calligraphy * Introduction: Chinese art So‚ my topic is Chinese painting and calligraphy. Since the topic is extremely large‚ I have chosen to focus on the evolution of both disciplines from their origins to the 13th century (the dates for this semester). But in this chronological presentation‚ I would like to emphasize also on the main principles‚ techniques‚ and methods. My purpose here is to show you how Chinese painting and calligraphy‚ despite
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Chinese Calligraphy Chinese calligraphy (Brush calligraphy) is an art unique to Asian cultures. Shu (calligraphy)‚ Hua (painting)‚ Qin (a string musical instrument)‚ and Qi (a strategic boardgame) are the four basic skills and disciplines of the Chinese literati. Regarded as the most abstract and sublime form of art in Chinese culture‚ "Shu Fa" (calligraphy) is often thought to be most revealing of one’s personality. During the imperial era‚ calligraphy was used as an important criterion for
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of The Concert painting that Vermeer is painting of his patron van Ruijven and his daughter and sister. I think that the author had Griet focusing on this painting to remind her who she was. In other words‚ it encouraged her to remain decent‚ and humble. On page 186 van Leeuwenhoek said to Griet‚ “Take care to remain yourself.” When Griet srated to work for the family she was exposed to a different environment. While working there she was also reminded a maid who was in a painting a long with van
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This painting is called "The Transfiguration" by an artist named Raphael. It is considered to be Raphael’s last painting. The artist left it uncompleted and it is said that his student‚ Giulio Romano finished it in the 1510’s. The original painting is now held in the Pinacoteca Vaticana of Vatican City. The painting is divided into two parts. The top section of the painting shows the actual Transfiguration of Jesus Christ. He is floating amongst the people with Moses and Elijah. The bottom
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Many beautiful sculptures and paintings were created during the cultural and intellectual movement that led to the rediscovery of learning and culture known as the Renaissance. They all uniquely contribute to the spread and success of this time period. However only one of these incredible creations can be considered the best Renaissance creation‚ and the School of Athens fits perfectly under this label‚ with its beautiful technique‚ its detail to the people illustrates and attributes that are beyond
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New England Frozen Lemonade While growing up on Smith Hill in Providence‚ Rhode Island‚ I had a lot to look forward to by the standards of a young elementary school boy. I followed my older cousins where ever they went through the neighborhood‚ usually the park. Around the corner from the street I lived on was Camden Park where my cousins and I spent hours during the summer and after school. Up the street from this park was a stand called New England Frozen Lemonade. Making the trip around
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Gustavo Reynoso Professor Paige English 101 28 October 2011 Choosing a Good Smartphone Choosing a smartphone in today’s market can be extremely challenging. So many good phones are available and deciding which phone is the best is always difficult. Since phones are marketed by different companies such as Motorola‚ Blackberry‚ Sony and many more. Also the number of phone carriers that are available for each phone such as T-Mobile‚ AT&T‚ and Verizon just to name a few. Smartphones have
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It was an autumn evening. A girl was staring blankly out the window in her night gown. Her astounding eyes sparkled with sadness. Although nothing couldn’t be concluded from her complex and expressionless face‚ her baggy eyes told the stories of many sleepless nights. Her gaze shifted here and there‚ stopping at each spot only for a few seconds. It was as if she were searching for something‚ anything to distract her mind from the terrible ache in her heart. She had a deep-set of blue eyes
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The most magnificent place I’ve ever been is Puerto Rico. With its breath taking landscapes and the calm serenity of the ocean; Puerto Rico is one of the most relaxing and gorgeous places I’ve ever been. The mixes of several different Latin styles play a huge role in not only the music and dancing of Puerto Rico but‚ also the style of the wardrobe. The best part of Puerto Rico though is the amazing experience and adventures I’ve been on. Puerto Rico has some of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve
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Its been few hours we’ve set off by bus from the hustle bustle of the city. The journey ahead us‚ lushes of green tropical forests pervaded my sight. As minutes tickled by‚ the sun‚ a fiery orb‚ looks like its gradually receding the horizon. The sky consists an assortment of shades‚ a blend of reds‚ oranges and yellows. The warm rays gradually glow‚ tinting the trees below vermillion. The mud below my feet is of the same colour‚ making me feel like a firewalker. Daring and bold. The contrast between
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