Monthly Archives: November 2012
Masaccio’s Illusion
I had watched the following podcasts. Masaccio was one of the great painters in the renaissance period. One of his famous art work “Holy trinity.” It was a fresco that creates 3 dimensional views to the audient. He completely his … Continue reading
Discussion Topic: Virtual Michelangelo
Michelangelo painted the Sistine Ceiling in four years, 1508-1512. Read below an excerpt of Michelangelo’s biography by Giorgio Vasari (1511-1574), the first art historian.  Visit the Sistine Chapel with the modern art historians of SmartHistory.org in Second Life, a virtual environment. … Continue reading
Discussion Topic: Response to Masaccio’s Illusionism
Masaccio introduced a new element to the world of art by mastering linear perspective. One can imagine that viewers newly exposed to this new technique were taken aback as it transformed their prior understanding of conceptual spacing visually. There was … Continue reading
masaccio
i think the viewer from the renaissance would have a great impact when view this piece of art because of the effect it has. it makes u feel like if you are part of the actual paint when you are … Continue reading
Post-Hurricane Notes: Exam 2 Postponed
I hope you and your families are safe and recovering from the storm. As we work to return to ‘normal’ and classes have resumed at CityTech, please take extra time to get to school since many bus and subway lines … Continue reading
Masaccio’s Illusionism
I think a person of the renaissance who views his paintings would be astonished. They have never seen anything like that because everybody during that time period are use to seeing flat paintings and drawings. But Masaccio has created something … Continue reading
