Healing craft and ArtI'm looking for ideas for my basket I read “Containing Interwoven Histories: Indigenous Basket Weaving in Art Education by Courtney Lee Weida”. And I was fascinated by the sentence below. “Weaving in beads, shells, and scraps of colorful paper over subsequent sessions, we were spellbound by the process Meilach (1974) described as “revising creative methods used centuries ago” (p. 1).” That led me to the idea of creating baskets in a new and uniquely creative way that modifies a creative method used centuries ago. Above all, get this done with the lure of the sentence suggested in this article, ““One day you will be famous for your work” (p. 36).” Heslop (2011) made me realize before making baskets that this is not a simple task, but that it must be done seriously with passion. In this article, which explores the relationship between basketry and indigenous cultures in particular, I was inspired by the meaning of baskets, which are often filled with food as a celebratory gift or token of comfort. In other words, a basket is a work of art that expresses and symbolizes our real life, like a bird's nest. I was particularly motivated when I realized that this work would be updated with a new class plan in the future, as suggested in the article: “Children can create and personalize these functional objects on their own with the help of adults.” . “All these memories and longings can be woven into the story of the basket and its meaning, providing an exciting connection to home and family in the classroom. Likewise, they can inspire us to reconsider household objects and traditions that may seem irrelevant to the current curriculum. What crafts can be salvaged from homes today and incorporated into art curricula?” As in the content of the main text, I was able to think about what I could recover from home and transform into an art curriculum. When I looked around with this mindset, I noticed a bed mosquito net that I no longer use because I am a grown child. How about using this to make a hanging basket? Children like to put a mosquito net on it like a princess bed. Dream in it and spread the wings of your imagination. As if she had become a princess, she looked around at the net on the bed and was delighted. Children dream new dreams every day like this. I don't need this mosquito net anymore, but I found the color and shape of the net to be very beautiful. So I decided to use this to make a basket. First, I need a basket-shaped frame to support the mesh mosquito net. I thought of a balloon to make this frame. Weave about half of the balloon with artist's tape to form a sturdy basket. I made the weaving of the basket using this tape. This is a creative way to make a basket that I came up with. The mesh of the mosquito net is very soft, so if you support it with a hard object, it will soon puncture. So I taped the balloon to make a frame. It can easily deform the model and is soft and does not damage the mesh. Tape it in the shape of a basket like the one below, then pop the balloons to make a cool basket. Depending on the color of the balloon, the color of the lining of the basket will also change. In my case, a basket with a pretty pink lining was created. It is as soft as a ball and can be easily deformed. Then, cut the mosquito net in half, insert the balloon basket I made, and tie the broken part at the bottom with a ribbon. Then attach flowers and birds to decorate. The string of the basket is made by twisting the remaining mesh into a braid and hanging it. Below is the finished look. Like a child looking up at a mosquito net and dreaming, birds gather and look into the basket. The child hung this basket under his bunk bed. As the content of the main text, “Heslop (2011) also suggested that a basket may have come from human hands inspired by a bird’s nest,” making a basket and sharing it with a child, art is not far away, but extremely close. You realize that it's normal. Just like our ancestors who made baskets after seeing birds build nests, I made my hanging baskets by thinking about children's dreams and imaginations. I think it is the essence of the basket that makes invisible love, dreams, and hard work visible.
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Save the Frogs! with fun calligraphy!That's fun calligraphy about the efforts of SAVE THE FROGS! in protecting amphibian populations and promoting environmental awareness. Amphibians are crucial to ecosystems, and their conservation plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of nature.
The focus on educating and empowering ordinary citizens is a commendable approach. Environmental issues require collective action and support from people worldwide, and when individuals are aware of the challenges amphibians face, they are more likely to take meaningful actions to protect these valuable creatures. Through organizing over 2,000 educational events in 57 countries, SAVE THE FROGS! has likely reached a diverse audience and spread awareness on the importance of amphibian conservation. Such initiatives not only educate people about the issues but also inspire them to actively participate in conservation efforts. As an individual, there are several ways you can contribute to amphibian conservation and the betterment of the planet:
'Beginning of a new era': how culture went virtual in the face of crisis by Laura Feinstein7/25/2023 A note after reading an article, "'Beginning of a new era': how culture went virtual in the face of crisis by Laura Feinstein"Reference: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2020/apr/08/art-virtual-reality-coronavirus-vr Immersive artist, entrepreneur, and director Chris Milk suggested in a popular 2015 Ted Talk that virtual reality could one day become the “ultimate empathy machine,” but despite an initial explosion of interest around the launch of the Oculus Rift headset in 2015, immersive media remained largely niche. However, with repeated efforts and advances in technology, it is now possible to take a virtual walk through the spring flower landscape of the New York Botanic Garden. Surprisingly, the pandemic has ushered in a golden age of virtual media, making good on the early promise of digital, while giving new life and unprecedented access to some of the world's cultural touchstones that were previously financially or physically inaccessible. Although the world has never been physically isolated, digital media has provided bridges as well as a range of exciting experiences. When the Google Arts & Culture initiative first launched in 2011, the ambitions were modest. Today, thousands of users each month virtually explore treasures from the Uffizi to the Guggenheim, driving a boom in art-oriented VR projects. It includes the Met 360 project, the Metropolitan Museum of Art's award-winning video series. The project uses spherical 360° technology created by renowned producer Nina Diamond to invite viewers to explore the Temple of Dendur. Recently, the digital team reported a 4,106% increase in streaming viewership, a 150% increase in YouTube video views, and significant increases in social and website engagement. The most discussed virtual project of the past month was Art Basel's online viewing room, which was so popular upon release that the site went down. Art Basel's global director, Marc Spiegler, explained, "It was already scheduled before the COVID-19 outbreak, but the cancellation of the Hong Kong fair accelerated the debut." A virtual exposition featuring 2,100 works combined with 234 galleries seemed the most logical response to the unprecedented disruption, with perks like a ZoomRoom where galleries and artists could walk through viewing areas with potential collectors. Since launching its first online room in 2017, David Zwirner Gallery has seen a surge in digital attention both on viewing platform David Zwirner Online and on its podcast Dialogues. "Online exhibitions can do things offline exhibitions cannot." Head of Content Lucas Zwirner explained. "They may include videos, longer excerpts of art-historically relevant material, and artist-created content." Like any other medium, online spaces become meaningful and informative only if we are thoughtful about how we approach them. “This is just the beginning of a new era of experiencing art through the digital realm.” “As physical space is no longer a priority, the cultural sector is rushing events, exhibitions and experiences for audiences that are fully digital first.” Achieving this, she noted, requires an egalitarian perspective. Almost everyone has a cell phone and computer at home, but few have traditional VR headsets. This represents an increase in 360-degree video, Google Cardboard, and conferencing tools that can be easily streamed from home. “For digital innovators, this is an opportunity to openly experiment and push the limits of our creative and technological vision,” said Fei. "For everyone else, it's a crash course in digital marketing classification." How museums are using immersive digital experiences (pre- and post-pandemic By Lizzy Hillier7/25/2023 A note after reading an article, "How museums are using immersive digital experiences (pre- and post-pandemic By Lizzy Hillier"How museums are using immersive digital experiences (pre- and post-pandemic) By Lizzy Hillier Museums and art galleries have been among the hardest hit since the coronavirus pandemic began. This is because the restrictions continue to hinder or completely reduce the number of visitors. According to an October 2020 study, on average, American museums lost 35% of their usual operating income in 2020 and are expected to lose an additional 28% this year. Here are some of the best examples of museums and galleries getting creative with digital experiences before and during COVID-19. 1. Virtual and augmented reality Metropolitan Museum of Art 'Unframed' In January 2021, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York teamed up with Verizon to create a series of virtual art and gaming experiences based on the collection that users with 4G or 5G smartphones can engage with from home. The campaign features a rich digitally rendered gallery of some of the world's most famous works of art, with additional animations and interactive elements. Upon completing the various games found within the experience, users can unlock or 'unframe' their favorite pieces to display in their space via AR technology. 2. Louvre Museum – Mona Lisa: Beyond the Glass Arguably the most famous painting in the world, the Mona Lisa is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Unfortunately, this is a very small painting, measuring only 77x53 cm, so it can be difficult to get a glimpse of this masterpiece in the crowded surroundings. In fact, the painting was so popular that the museum limited viewing to 30 seconds per person before people were asked to move on. To address some of these issues and make the experience of coming to see the Mona Lisa far more eventful and less rushed, the Louvre has implemented VR technology. 3. Take a Virtual Tour with Google Arts and Culture Available for iOS and Android, the Google Arts and Culture app is like Google Street View for galleries and cultural points of interest. It can be implemented on mobile devices when viewing selected museum websites, allowing users to explore highlights or entire floors of these buildings in virtual reality. Although they existed long before the pandemic, many museums have placed particular emphasis on apps over the past year as a way to connect with patrons while they are unable to visit in person. The app's appeal is apparent during a pandemic. Because while you're stuck at home, you can virtually visit the gallery, as well as provide free educational content. However, it is also useful for overseas travelers who cannot normally visit, or those who want to enjoy a leisurely gallery tour without being disturbed by other visitors. 4. Grayson's Art Club – Exhibition Grayson's Art Club took British TV by storm in 2020. Broadcast weekly on Channel 4, famed artist and national treasure Grayson Perry has set his sights on 'bringing the nation together through the arts' in response to the coronavirus crisis. 5. Online classes, talks and events #OurBrokenPlanet at the Natural History Museum Other institutions have hosted their own (often free) online classes, lectures and events, especially in light of school closures and public holidays under lockdown. 6. Interactive creative space Cleveland Museum of Art – ArtLens Interactive Studio Cleveland Museum of Art takes interactivity to the next level with ArtLens Studio Play. The studio, based in a room within the gallery, includes a variety of screen-based activities that require physical movement of the body. 7. Immersive direct display National Museum of Singapore – 'The Story of the Forest' The installation had a fairly unpretentious appearance and only basic information was displayed at the entrance. Whether this was intentional or not, upon entry made the whole experience even more amazing. 8. Meet Vincent Van Gogh Meet Vincent Van Gogh was the last exhibition I was able to attend before the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK. An early 2020 pop-up based on London's Southbank, the massive marquee contains some of Van Gogh's most famous and interesting works, accompanied by a series of interactive digital attractions that help tell the story of his life. Reference: https://econsultancy.com/how-museums-are-using-immersive-digital-experiences/ Containing Interwoven Histories: Indigenous Basket Weaving in Art Education by Courtney Lee Weida7/24/2023 A note after reading an article, "Containing Interwoven Histories: Indigenous Basket Weaving in Art Education by Courtney Lee Weida"Containing Interwoven Histories: Indigenous Basket Weaving in Art Education by Courtney Lee Weida As we continued to weave beads, seashells, and colorful scraps of paper, we were fascinated by a process described by Meilach (1974) as “modifying creative methods used centuries ago” (p. 1). Weaving in beads, shells, and scraps of colorful paper over subsequent sessions, we were spellbound by the process Meilach (1974) described as “revising creative methods used centuries ago” (p. 1). This chapter explores the relationship between basketry and indigenous cultures. This chapter explores South African basketry traditions in the context of Native American history and craft traditions (particularly Cherokee and Pomo), including topics of basket weaving and family relationships, gender issues, traditional mythology, and related pottery development. Baskets are often filled with food as a celebratory gift or token of consolation. On the other hand, although people do not use traditional baskets in every part of their daily lives, you can see many baskets in today's shopping baskets, trash cans, fruit baskets, and baskets that have been modified or adapted from basketballs. Many educators overlook the basket, as I did in the beginning. Early childhood educator Cantu (2004) even suggests that parents purchase “craft baskets” to store craft supplies. Here, children can create and personalize these functional objects on their own with the help of adults. The basket serves as a symbol of indigenous ways of learning that have been lost from the past. All these memories and longings can be woven into the basket's story and its meaning, providing an exciting connection to home and family in the classroom. Likewise, they can inspire us to reconsider household objects and traditions that may seem irrelevant to the current curriculum. What crafts can be salvaged from homes today and incorporated into art curricula? Indigenous studies include influential practices and frameworks for teachers to explore in writing, expression, gendering, envisioning, reconstructing, safeguarding, creating, negotiating, discovering, and sharing that may be particularly relevant to the history of arts, crafts, mythology, and basketry traditions. The design, function, and education associated with the baskets reveal a lot about the lives of women makers, from where they live to what they eat. In this context, students can examine the ways in which crafts may have been linked to past gender roles and ways of life. Similarly, baskets represent changes in the community. Additional symbolic and often gendered basket associations can be found in other literature. Barrett's work (1976) suggests that both men and women made baskets in the Pomo culture, but he reminds us that the basket-weaving techniques used by men and women are quite different. Specifically, “men do not make closely woven baskets, and women make very few perforated baskets” (p. 147). This trend often reflected the needs of basket makers to contain grain, fish, or even infants, with weaving and patterns reflecting these individual needs and purposes. Heslop (2011) also suggested that the basket may have emerged from human hands, inspired by bird nests. This gives the basket a special place, such as a small structure or hiding place or a symbol of these objects, all provocative spaces and body sites to explore the ship or its associations, curriculum. Get this done with the temptation of "one day you'll be famous for your work" (p. 36). Why would a creator want to include a mistake in their shopping cart? What does that imperfection say about arts and crafts? These are questions about the values and characteristics of art that students can explore. Writing in White, Blanchard writes that "before people had pottery for cooking, they had basketry, which is in fact the oldest and most commonly practiced handicraft known" and that pottery "evolved." |
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