Blog 8

Why does everything I read in this class blow my mind? Honestly, I don't know if I don't read enough or live under a rock but Wallace's commencement address was phenomenal. Though I found it challenging to relate it to art, the ideas expressed by Wallace can translate into any aspect of life. I really enjoyed how he started and ended the piece with the fish and water analogy. It was a great way to tie everything together. Getting to the meat of the article, Wallace decided to speak about some of the more subtle things that life has to offer once entering the "real world".
You would think a person speaking to a group of graduates who were preparing to enter the workforce would give some enlightening advise from past experiences. Instead he discussed life as a whole and dissected some attributes that we as human beings possess. This topic focused on the "me" factor and how everyone makes every experience about themselves. This concept I'm sure is a bit hard grasp for some people, as they can't comprehend any situation where they were not the center of their world. This idea is elaborate and difficult to grasp, but the situations and examples that Wallace provided has challenged me to think about my own life and the people around more deeply. In all I would definitely recommend some people I know to read this.

MP 3

Well, when I first started this project, I really didn't have this image in my head. This isn't a bad thing, as art can be created spontaneously. I'm not super happy with how it turned out. It's very "branded", which doesn't really match with my personality. I could honestly care less about brands. I hate the idea of paying for a name. Like North Face, there is NO WAY that the quality of their products is so much higher than every other brand, which allows them to charge a ridiculous price. I just noticed that pretty much everything a person owns is "branded", and since we tie so many things to our own personal image, we are in turn branded. It's just like a car. Usually, the type of car a person drives tells a lot about the persons personality. Well, even little things like sunglasses or gloves can tell something about a person. I'm not going to define what I think my things say about me because it really doesn't matter. Every person creates their own opinion and in the end, it's other people that define who you are as a person. Just to be clear, I am in no way a flaming homosexual who wears a super bitch hate because I think it represents my personality. I did not purchase this hat (I'll let you decide how I obtained it), and I only wear it because it's funny and most people that know me understand my sense of humor. In all, if I could do this project over, I would probably go in a different direction and create something that looks a little more appealing and original.

Blog 7

What a great topic. I am always so fascinated by the study of human habits and routines. I haven't lived very long, but during my time on this earth, I have certainly recognized that I do so many things day after day, every time , the same way! I think it is very true that people don't like change, it makes them uncomfortable. But really, when you think about it, what is life about? Having NEW experiences. This whole concept is perfect for art. Noticing things that are done repetitively, and pointing out what makes them repetitive can be a form of art, or "not-art" as Kaprow put it. Creating something new is also the beauty of art. The only way something can be created is if something different is done first. If you take the same home from work every single day you might miss out on a more scenic route.

Kaprow could have been a little bit more clear on his point of having art displayed in a gallery. Ironic, as he called it. Perhaps because most art is displayed in a gallery and can be seen as repetitive? The key point Kaprow made was that these objects were being "estheticized", which after looking it up I learned meant "to depict in an idealized or artistic manner". This allowed the dots to connect and I realized. Artists were consistently making this that could be art into art. Kaprow's point is that it is more productive to take something that wouldn't be art and make something of it. In all, I really enjoyed reading about this new side of art.

MP 3 Initial Items

My laptop! I rarely leave home without my trusty Mac-Daddy. This baby was my biggest college investment and I wouldn't be able to function without it! Especially this class in particular!

Essential Electronic

My BuckID! Probably my most used non-electronic item. At OSU your BuckID is used very frequently to gain excess to dorms and purchase food. It is your official student ID and contains cash and blocks. It has been swiped more times then I can count and I've only been here one year! Since it is so important, to replace this simple little piece of plastic, it'll cost you 25 big ones! Don't lose it!

Plastic Power

My Shades! The old school Ray-Bans. Made popular of course by Rain Man himself, and maybe Tommy Cruise. This was definitely a top Christmas present, I really enjoy having them. Retro is the way to go!

Old-School Fool

My Gloves! In these colder winter months, there is nothing better than having some nice warm gloves. Actually there is, having some nice warm gloves that work with touch screens! Wait, are you telling me I can touch my phone with gloves on? Mind = Blown. It's the future ladies and gents.

Techno Touch

My Favorite Hat! Not only does this hat compliment my eyes so well, but it has the greatest two words ever to be put on a hat. I don't claim whatever is on them, I actually have no idea what they are, what would you use tiny glasses for anyways? I just found it on my desk like this. But the hat is for sure a favorite article of clothing.

Coolest Cap

Wexner Review

JACQUE AND I WENT ON AN ADVENTURE. THE FIRST EVENT WE CAME UPON WAS THE CLOCK BY CHRISTIAN MARCLAY. AN INTERESTING PEICE THAT RUNS A CONTINUOUS LOOP OF DIFFERENT MOVIE CLIPS THAT CONTAIN A SCENE THAT TELLS THE TIME. THIS IS THEN SINKED WITH THE EXACT TIME OF THE DAY. NEXT, AS WE WALKED INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE SHADOWY LABYRINTH, WE ENCOUNTERED A NARROW CREVASSE-LIKE STAIRWAY. LOOKING AHEAD TO A COMPLETELY WHITE ROOM DOTTED WITH VARIOUS DISPLAYS. THIS LED INTO THE ROOM WITH JOSIAH MCELHENY'S TOWARDS A LIGHT CLUB DISPLAY. THE MAIN ROOM WAS DARK AND FILLED WITH LARGE MIRROR PIECES THAT BROKE UP PROJECTED DESIGNS. IT CREATED SOME VERY NEAT ALTERNATE DIMENSIONS. PRETTY TRIPPY. FINALLY WE CAME APON THE MORE AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHERS DISPLAY. SIMPLY, THIS EXACTLY WHAT ITS NAME ENTAILS. NOTHING TOO EXCITING OR FASCINATING. MERELY PHOTOGRAPHS FROM DIFFERENT PHOTOGRAPHERS FROM ALL AROUND THE COUNTRY. THERE WERE SOME INTERESTING PIECES BUT FOR THE MOST PART IT WASN'T MY FAVORITE DISPLAY. LAME, ENDING THE ADVENTURE ON A SOUR NOTE. STEP YOUR GAME UP, WEXNER CENTER FOR THE ARTS.

Blog 6

Once again, I was transfix by this new field of art that I had no idea existed. My definition of art was destroyed and then recreated after reading this article. From what the author describes, I think it would be very interesting to experience this psychological journey that Cardiff and Miller have created. I was attempting to visualize, even though their art focuses on a different sense so I guess imagine would work better, what their art evokes to the "listener". It is also even more mesmerizing to think about the science and psychology of their pieces. "The Forty Part Motet" really challenges our idea of sound and I'm sure it was be fascinating to experience.
I really enjoyed learning about this form of art and I know it is probably difficult to express sounds and sensations in words but Mr. Wray could have gone into a little more detail. I can research this type of art now, but without experiencing it for myself, I will never truly grasp its full magnitude. I do hope I have the opportunity at some point in my life to experience one of their pieces.

MP 2

Well, this is my "map". I think I went a little outside the box when brainstorming for this project. However, I do think I challenged myself to think about something I never noticed while walking to class. It's interesting to think about all the things we have become so accustomed to that we literally don't even think about it anymore. It's even more worse when you start think about how many people touch the same thing you do throughout a day. I would definitely not want to be a germaphobe at The Ohio State University. With all things say, I really enjoyed this project and I learned a lot about the Photoshop application. This was my first time creating an image like this and I am actually very pleased with how it turned out.

My Journey To Class

Morrill Tower. The largest student dorm on The Ohio State's Campus. This 260 ft. behemoth has stood erect on The Ohio State campus since 1967. I and 1500 of my peers call this home for 9 months out of the year. On Wednesdays and Fridays, I have the pleasure of waking up at 10:30 to attend the Art Education 2520 class in the neighboring horseshoe. Yes, quite an odd place to have class. I'm sure most people wouldn't even know that there are class rooms in the stadium. But with more than 50,000 students attending the university, Ohio State is always looking to maximize their classroom space, even if that means putting them in the icon horseshoe.
Though my walk to class would be considered quite short compared to the average walking time to class for most students, I noticed something on my way there. I walk through a lot of doors. Most of the time without even noticing. Opening a door, or walking through one, has become second nature to us. But if you just take a second and think about how often you walk through a door in one day, you'll probably be quite surprised. Big doors, small doors, wood doors, metal doors, double doors, single doors, open doors, closed doors... so many doors! Here are my doors on my journey to class.