Assignment 4b

Mission San Carlos Borromeo

1. http://www.californiamissions.com/cahistory/images/35SanCarlos.JPG
2. Contains a brief paragraph of reference to components A and B, how you came across this piece, how it connects to your study of humanities 1 point

The architecture of the mission connects to our study of humanities because according to Freire, we need to enrich ourselves min as much education as possible, so there is nothing better than for someone whom is interested in architecture, such as myself, to study how the mission helped shaped California as well as those who stayed at a mission, for a brief time, or lived there permanently.

3. Contains the following analytical elements:

1. Observation: What do you see in the artwork? What is the subject of the work? What is the work made of? What techniques (colors, lines, shapes, textures)does the artist use? Be specific in your description 1 point

Mission San Carlos Borromeo looks like many other missions located throughout California. The architecture is influenced by the Muslim religion, with many rounded domes, steep roofs, and all painted in warm earth tones, such as browns, and terra cottas. The primary material used in the structure is stone, rather than adobe that was one of the other main building substances of the time period.

2. Interpretation: In one sentence, what is the artwork about? Give specific examples to support this statement. .5 point

The architecture of the mission is about spirituality and connecting with oneself to achieve further enlightenment.

3. Judgement: What led you to choose this work of art? What do you think or feel about this work? Why do you feel this way? Support your thoughts with specific observations. 1 point

I chose this mission because last week I researched Father Serra, and out of all the missions he contributed to, this was his favorite and he is buried underneath the floor. I personally feel this mission was influenced by the immigrants from México and Latin America, as well as the growing diverse culture in California.

4. Questioning: What would you like to know about this work? What would you like to know about its history, its subject, or about the artist? When completing the question section, lead your audience into the question by stating a fact you do know, yet you still have the related question. This way, both your audience and you will have an educational experience. 1 point

I know this mission was one of Father Serra’s favorites out of all missions built to the day of his death, but I would like to know why specifically.

Assignment 4a

Assignment 4a

1. In a paragraph, tell us what "Conquest/Colonial' era of Latin America or the Caribbean means.

The colonial era lasted from 1492-1810. In just over the 300 year era, Latin America was shaped the most. It began in 1492, when Christopher Columbus’s arrival and the subsequent arrival in 1519 of Hernan Cortez. The terms “Conquest/Colonial” as referred to the events that took place when the Spanish colonized the Americas. The victims of the Spanish invasion were the Mayans, Aztecs and other native cultures.

5. Tell us why you chose the topic, tell us about the sources you used (eg if video, what can you expect to see on the video clip you viewed)

I chose to research Junipero Serra because in the 4^th grade, when every student researched one mission in the state of California, I of course researched one as well, but I wanted to know who started building these missions. Now I know Junipero Serra started the chain of missions in Alta California. The video, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXdG y1WtQ_4, shows many different pictures of where Serra was from, Mallorca, and the church and missionary that resides. The video also has dialogue briefly describing Serra’s life and where he is at rest.

Interesting Fact #1- His education is extensive

When Serra was just 17 years old, he became a friar and joined the Order of Friars Minor. Because he was so well educated, he became the head of the philosophy division of the friar. This occurred before he became a priest. He also went so far to obtain his doctorate in, of course, theology, or the study of the existence of gods. After obtaining this degree, he was the chair of philosophy from where he graduated, the Lullian University, until he joined the missionary College of San Fernando de Mexico when he was just 36.

Interesting Fact #2- Serra personally founded 9 missions

After arriving in Mexico City, Serra quickly became a popular priest because of his encouragement of missions from Baja CA throughout the state. In 1770, he moved to Monterey, where he became known as Father President of the Alta California. During his presidency, 8 missions were established in California, in addition to the ones he founded personally.

Interesting Fact #3- Serra’s unusual death & resting place

When Serra was just 70 years old, he was put to rest, due to a snake bite. Although this is a very uncommon way to pass on, in the late 1700’s, this was not uncommon, because of the lack of medical resources. He was put to rest under the floor at Mission San Carlos Borromeo, in Monterey, where he passed away.

7. Use two sources for your work. Cite your sources used for this component and tell us why these sources are credible.

Minster, Christopher. "Latin American History: Introduction to the Colonial Era." About.com 2009 1 Apr 2009.

http://latinamericanhistory.about.com/od/coloniallatinamerica/p/colonialera.htm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXdGy1WtQ_4

http://www.sfmuseum.net/bio/jserra.html

These sources are credible because they contain other cited sources and I have come to rely on .net sites as credible. Also the information in the video and on the museum site are the same and back up each other.

Assignment 3c

Matthew McDonald did an excellent job at giving an example of what Freire accomplished, but he excelled because he gave a reason WHY it was important. It is important to know that like many other historic leaders, Freire was imprisoned because of his ideas, and he also brought his knowledge and philosophy to other countries. This is a great, to the point summary of Freire’s accomplishments.

Sanam Lodhi also did a great job a constructing her summary of Freire’s successes. While she starts out with a brief summary of Freire’s early life, Sanam also tells us about Freire’s literacy success with sugarcane workers. However, one of Sanam’s ideas is Friere’s book, Pedagogy of the Oppressed. She also says that although this was not his first novel, it was indeed his most famous and was first published in his native Portuguese, instead of English.

Frieire’s ideas all revolve around being educated. The main way to be educated is knowing how to read and write. The content of this class revolves around researching and communicating our knowledge to our classmates. Without Freire’s ideas, many people around the world would not be able to communicate such knowledge, therefore resulting in a less educated society.

3b Mayan Bonampak

3b Mayan Bonampak

Contains a web link to the actual piece (art, photo, architecture, pottery, etc.)
Photo of the Mural

Contains a brief paragraph of reference to components A and B, how you came across this piece, how it connects to your study of humanities
For assignment A, I researched the Aztec culture, but wanted to broaden my knowledge, so I chose a different culture’s artwork to study. The above piece of art is called the Bonampak mural. I came across this piece by just Goggling pre-columbian art. This relates to our study of humanities because instead of researching everything, we can enjoy the art left behind that depicts stories of the cultures time.

Contains the following analytical elements:
Observation: What do you see in the artwork? What is the subject of the work? What is the work made of? What techniques (colors, lines, shapes, textures)does the artist use? Be specific in your description
It is one of only a few murals, or paintings, to survive the Mayan culture because of the humid weather. This mural dates to 790 CE and is beautiful regarding the subtle colors but the detail is awesome. The subject of the mural depicts scenes of sacrifice and brutality. The mural is on a stone wall and paints were used to color it. The artist mainly draws two-dimensional people.

Interpretation: In one sentence, what is the artwork about? Give specific examples to support this statement.
This artwork depicts the brutal sacrifices that occurred on the culture as a gift to the gods.

Judgement: What led you to choose this work of art? What do you think or feel about this work? Why do you feel this way? Support your thoughts with specific observations.
I chose this piece because I thought this was exquisite because it is rare for a mural to survive centuries and still be preserved well. I think the advanced composition is intriguing but I dislike the subject of the piece. I feel the sacrifices were necessary in the culture as it was their beliefs, but it is unfortunate they thought it to be necessary.

Questioning: What would you like to know about this work? What would you like to know about its history, its subject, or about the artist? When completing the question section, lead your audience into the question by stating a fact you do know, yet you still have the related question. This way, both your audience and you will have an educational experience.
I know this mural is amazing to look at and must have taken ages to paint, so I would like to know how many people painted this mural and how long it took to complete. I would also like to know if the artists were female or male.

Assignment 3a

Assignment 3a

1. In a brief paragraph, tell us what "Pre-Colombian' means.

Pre- Colombian is a term that refers to the Americas before any major European influence appeared. This term is traditionally given to the indigenous cultures in Central & Southern Americas. Many of these cultures are long gone and are known only through their archeological remains.

4. Research the Internet on any 1 of the topics listed. In your research, use 1 youtube.com video clip, 1 print.

Aztec
YouTube Video
MNSU Info

5. Tell us why you chose the topic, tell us about the sources you used (eg if video, what can you expect to see on the video clip you viewed)
I chose to research the Aztec culture because in middle school I remember learning about several different indigenous societies, with focus on the Aztecs. I viewed the video that was linked to the assignment and found it very helpful. In just about 2 minutes, the publisher told the viewer several main facts about the main city, Tenochtitlan, where most of the Aztec, or those who spoke the language, Nahuatl. I also just Googled “Aztec” to find the print source I used and was very pleased to find it because generally any source with an .edu ending is reliable.

6. Tell us 3 interesting facts about your topic in 3 separate paragraphs.
Agricultural availability help the Aztec culture survive. Tenochtitlan was located next to a lake, so water was a major source of nourishment for the Aztecs. They hunted, but mostly fished in the rivers, and oceans for those close, and caught mostly fish and shrimp, with the occasional oysters and sea turtles. The area surrounding Tenochtitlan was rich with wildlife, including wild turkey, rabbits and deer, that the Aztecs ate whenever one was caught.

Although Nahutal is considered the language of the Aztecs, it was only their spoken language. Aztecs were also considered only those who spoke this language and those who did not speak Nahutal were not “official” Aztecs. Despite communicating with each other, this culture, however, did not have a written language. Although no official written language was established, there are written documents using primitive hieroglyphics.

The Aztecs frequently served human sacrifices to the gods. They felt that routine and formal sacrifices was essential to human life prevailing in the future. Once a slave was captured, his skin would be the centerpiece of the special occasion. On these special occasions, eating of the former slave was considered an honor to those present. On an annual basis, approx. 50 people, mainly slaves, were sacrificed to the gods.

7. Cite your sources used for this component and tell us why these sources are credible.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7nbKa5__XM - This is a credible source because the professor suggested it.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pre-Columbian -This is a semi credible source because there is a list of external references that include doctors whom are experts and trustworthy in this field of study.

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/cultural/mesoamerica/aztec.html -This is a credible site because it ends in .edu which is only given to those webistes that are educational. This website also gives reference to other works used to compile the info given.

Assignment 2c Art Answers

Assignment 2c Art Answers

1. Question from Fiona Day-Cofer
   Who founded MoLAA? Website: www.molaa.com
   Dr. Robert Gumbiner
   
2. Question from Sasha Pettigrew
   What was located in the MoLAA building in the beginning of the 20th century and what is so unique about its history?
   Balboa Amusement Producing Co, and they were the largest producer of silent films at the time.
   
3. Question from Sasha Pettigrew
   What are the requirements for an artist who is interested in showing their work at MoLAA?
   Artists to be featured at the MoLLA must have lived and worked in Latin America since WWII.
   
4. Question from Anthony Musetti
   Where is the museum found ?
   The museum is found in Long Beach, CA.
   
5. Question from Anthony Musetti
   How many days a week is the museum open?
   5 days a week, Wednesday- Sunday.
   

Assignment 2b

Assignment 2b

1. What does MoLAA stand for? .25 percent

MoLAA is the Museum of Latin American Art, which is located in Long Beach, California.

2. Explain what you see on the above video clips (be specific)? .25 percent

Clip 1- The clip is about 10 minuted long, and is a photo slide show. It begins with photos of the museum and founder, and the progress of the museum until it opened. It then begins to show photos of all artwork in the museum, as a sort of guided tour of the museum. The music could be different, as it was meant to be catchy and upbeat, but I needed to turn down the volume as it was not my type of music. One of my favorite clips was about 4:10 into the show, where a piece entitled, ‘Dissection of a Pear,’ is shown and it is just that, roughly a 4ft tall model of a pear cut vertically into 4 slices. I like this clip, not because of an obsession of fruit, but because it proves we all look at things different and I love that a pear can be just a fruit to someone, but it can also be cause for a work of art to others.

Clip 2- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLkgMi5ZdQc , this video is literally a tour of the museum through one person’s camera. Someone went around mthe museum and videoed everything with close-ups of all paintings, in all of the exhibits. My favorite part of the video was the outdoors of the museum. It looks like a quaint town center in the middle of any town in Latin America, with a fountain adding a very soothing & calming touch to anyone who stops for one minute and just enjoys the surroundings.

Clip 3- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hu5geLH1Q9A&feature=related , this video is very well done with superior camera work. It is a summary of the museum and exhibit, sponsored by LAX magazine, no doubt as a way to get tourists to the area and hopefully enjoy the museum. Art workshops are available for all ages. Many locals attend the museum on the weekends with their family.

3. What did you learn from the video clips (3 facts)?1.5 percent
• I learned from the 2^nd clip that religious icons are often used in Latin American Artworks.
• In the 1^st clip, I learned that the museum is a relatively new museum, in Southern California.
• I also learned that although many of the artworks inside the museum are very traditional and classic, the building itself is very contemporary and modern.
4. Create 3 questions for your classmates based on the clips or websites (tell them which specific link to visit to find the answer) 1.5 percent

· http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUaZHgJElTQ&feature=related

What part of Long Beach, CA is the MoLAA found?

http://www.molaa.com/About-MOLAA/robert-gumbiner.aspx

· What person whose life was devoted to the museum had the lifespan from 1923 – 2009?

http://www.molaa.com/Programs-and-Events/Educational-Tours/school-tours.aspx

· What is the most popular facilitation method of patrons?

5. List any 3 things you learned from the MoLAA website (be specific; give concrete answers for which your classmates can follow-up in upcoming assignments) 1.5 percent
• I learned that the land the museum currently sits on, used to be the largest producer of silent films between 1913 and 1918.
• I learned that the founder, Dr. Robert Gumbiner passed away just January 20, of this year at the age of 85, due to prostate cancer.
• I learned that the current exhibit features the Puerto Rican artist, Arnaldo Roche, and the exhibit is entitled “Arnaldo Roche: Brotherhood/Hermandad.” The exhibit features 19 works of art.