Monthly Archives: September 2013
Discussion Topic: Image Wars-Did Rolling Stone Magazine Glorify the Boston Bomber?
The August 1st cover of Rolling Stone Magazine featured a “selfie,” a self-portrait of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, one of the alleged Boston Marathon bombers. The magazine cover sparked much controversy in the news and on social media. Many businesses and chain … Continue reading
“Pictures of Pictures” Post
In “When the Camera Takes Over for the Eye” Roberta Smith explains how more and more people are using technology to their advantage. Smith writes that many people are taking pictures of works of art. I agree with Smith, many people … Continue reading
Pictures of Pictures
Technology had grew to a point where everyone can take a picture from the cellphones in their pockets. It made it easier for anyone to just take a snap of a moment any time. In this article the people were … Continue reading
Picture of Pictures
I enjoyed reading the article, “When the Camera Takes Over for the Eye.” I enjoyed Roberta Smith’s take on the camera and the ability for almost any individual to be accessible to a camera. I can appreciate what she is … Continue reading
Pictures of Pictures
The definition of art and photography has changed over time. In this generation, anything can be considered as art and capturing a moment is much easier than it was centuries ago. In my opinion art is something that can be … Continue reading
Discussion Topic: Pictures of Pictures
In a New York Times article, the art critic Roberta Smith notes the increasingly common use of cameras, especially cellphones by viewers when interacting with art. In particular, she discusses the behavior of visitors to the Venice Biennale, an exhibition … Continue reading
Info for Writing Assignment #1
Materials for writing assignment #1 are now posted under Class Downloads/Supplementary Readings. Please review the assignment instructions carefully and don’t forget to submit your paper via SafeAssign on Blackboard. Do not hesitate to contact me with any questions regarding this … Continue reading
