Final Reflection

Upon nearing the end of this class, I thought I'd write one last blog reflecting on the semester.

     I've found this class has really helped me appreciate and understand my favorite artists from other classes I've taken previously. Although I knew my favorite Baroque and Romantic artists took strong influence and often quoted the Renaissance masters, this class has really helped me to understand the meaning and significance of these imitations.
     It's been incredible to consider the sheer intelligence and creativity of Michelangelo, Raphael, and Leonardo. For me, they were the most interesting. Studying their masterpieces makes me want to go back to Italy as soon as possible so I can observe their work with deepened appreciation.
     As a few of you might already know, I'm a film major and my area of interest is set design. Taking art history courses really broadens my visual vocabulary and helps me to assimilate ideas for different productions. This class is no exception I did a set for a play this semester and I was really struggling with the arrangement of the furniture. I needed the space to be able to retain a sense of chaos within a structure of stability. I remembered Leonardo's Adoration of the Magi and decided a circle inscribed within a triangle was the way to go.  I can't wait to incorporate a weird mannerist color scheme into a design someday. I just need the right opportunity to come along.
     Reading everyones blogs and having discussions in class has truly been enjoyable for me and given me plenty of inspiration and ideas so thank you! Good luck on the test and Happy Holidays everybody!