Writing Assignment: Reflection
Overview
In my welcome video, I told you that the material you learn in this class will change the way you see the world around you—even if the cultures we study are “ancient” and seem very remote—because modern culture is dependent on the cultures and peoples who came before us.
Over the course of the semester, we have occasionally reflected on this idea – that what we are learning together will change the way you understand the art, architecture, and social institutions in your life and experience. If you are an artist, you might further reflect on how these monuments and ideas will change your understanding of your own practice.
Requirements
1. Select two objects (or groups of objects) or ideas that we discussed in this class that you found particularly interesting or “eye-opening.”
2. Write a one-page (double spaced, 12 point font, standard margins) description of both the original object/ idea and how it had an impact on the way you experience art or the visual elements of the world around you. As each object/idea requires a one-page write-up, you should submit at least two typed pages.
