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ARTISTS, ART GENRE &
SPECIFIC WORKS OF ART
Comparison of Two Art Genres -- Sensibilite vs.
Rococo : 4 pages in length. An analytical discussion of how paintings from
different eras are indeed, representative of entirely different genres. The writer
describes Francois Boucher's "The Toilet of Venus" as being exemplary of the
Sensibilite Movement while Greuz's "Broken Eggs" is more clearly a work from the
Rococo Period. The key features that separate these two types of art are defined and each
painting is described in the context of its own period. No Bibliography. Paintin3.wps
Comparing Three Minimalist Artists : A 10 page paper highlighting the
work of Marcel Duchamp, Ulrich Ruckriem and Donald Judd. Of these three artists, it would
appear that only Ruckriem is in danger of taking too seriously both his work and
minimalist art in general. Duchamp made fun of the entire area of modern art and
encouraged others to do the same; Judd even disdained hearing his work called sculpture.
They each presented very different styles, both in their approaches and their final work,
as evidenced by Ruckriems concerns of his work being too much for a building to
support weighed against the report of Judds volume of work and wide range of sizes.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. Minimal.wps
Abstract Expressionism / Art & Architecture Comparison : A 20 page paper
that explores layering, spatial depth, minimalism, combination of materials, objects and
colors, and the moralist vein, all of which typify abstract expressionism. The artists and
architects reviewed and compared include: Pollock and Richard Gluckman, Helen
Frankenthaler and Garth Alexander Oldershaw, Jasper Johns and James Stewart Polshek, and
Barnett Newman and Sam Durant. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Artarch.wps
The Contributions Of Meyer Shapiro To Romanesque Art : An 8 page
paper that discusses the contribution that Meyer Shapiro made to Romanesque Art. It
discusses how Shapiro relates the aesthetics of Romanesque Art to the social desire of the
period to create beauty as well as speak to the religious themes, and that aesthetic
renderings of religious themes was the main intent of the artists. He proves this through
a discussion of the liberties the artists took with those themes. This representation runs
counter to most discussions of Romanesque art, which focus on form and function. 1 source
cited. Romanart.wps
Cubism in Modern Art : A 5 page paper that argues that Cubism, and
particularly artists Picasso and Braque, was the forerunner to the "science as
art" movement that continues today. The paper defines Cubism and its originators, and
looks at some of the works of the cubists and how it affected a modern application of
science in the arts. Artists works and ideas discussed include Picasso, Cezanne, Leger,
Uecker, Duchamp, Malevich, Frankenthaler and Klee. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Cubism.wps
Cubism vs. Futurism : 3 page essay comparing cubism and futurism
(abstract art) with mention of Picasso, Matisse, Braque, Marinetti, DuChamp etc; No
Bibliography. Cubsimfu.wps
French Impressionism vs. Modernism : A 4 page paper comparing these two
art forms. The writer describes how each is different from the other, as well as comparing
one of Monet's paintings [Water Lillies] with one of Picasso's [Ma Jolie].
Bibliography cites 6 sources. Artcomp.wps
Human Nature in Renaissance Art : A 20 page paper describing the view of
human nature on renaissance art. The writer describes the Renaissance belief in humanism
and its effects on the view of human nature and how this is portrayed in art of the time.
Bibliography lists 10 sources. Renaissat.wps
Romanesque Art : The contributions of Marilyn Stokstad are noted in this 8
page paper that focuses on the Romanesque style. The only source for this analysis is her
1988 book Medieval Art in which she focuses on history in interpreting the evolution of
various art periods. The roots of Romanesque art are discussed, which include such
influences as the Carolingian, Ottonian and Byzantine styles. Romart.wps
Pop Art : The sixties art movement is discussed in a 6 page overview.
Definitions of the movement are in depth. Specific works are analyzed along with the
movement itself. Social and political meanings of the art are explored. Bibliography lists
8 sources. Popart.wps
Social, Political & Economical Impact Of 18th Century Art :
3 pages in length. The social, political and economical impact of eighteenth century art
was vast and encompassing. The world, at that time, was changing in leaps and bounds, and
those of the artistic circles were not to be left behind. The writer discusses the
particular influence to this change of two extraordinary and celebrated French artists:
Jacques-Louis David and Francois Boucher. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Art18cent.wps
African-American Art & Apartheid : A 5 page paper that considers the
impacts of African American art and artists on the transition from Apartheid rule and
suggest that the prevellence of compassionate correlations made in American art have
underscored the imperative of black artists in South Africa. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Afra.wps
Cultural Expression In African American Art : A 4 page paper on the use of
art to express the African American struggles (everyday and over the centuries),
successes, and the search for identity and empowerment. Two artists highlighted are: Jason
Miccolo Johnson and John Biggers, noting their past and contributing contributions to the
culture of African American expression. The paper also relies on quotes from literary and
other Black artists to express not only the daily struggle for survival and recognition
for African Americans, but the struggle of Black artists in the art world itself. Art.doc
The Rediscovery Of The Human / The New Physicality In Late Medieval Art &
Literature : A comprehensive, 60 page thesis paper on the transition between what
has come to be called in the art field the Romanesque & Gothic periods. The writer
asserts, first, that a similar distinction is also present in the literature, and that the
Gothic spirit is actually a rediscovery of the physical which had been lost due to the
Christian Churchs obsession with the spiritual alone. It is ultimately concluded
that the transformation of vision that occurred in late medieval ages was the movement
from a culture obsessed with becoming divine to a culture more at home in its own
humanity. Bibliography lists more than 25 sources. Artthes.rtf
The Renaissance & Humanism In the Art and Music in San Marco, Venice : A
12 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the significant features of the
art and music of San Marco, Venice during the Renaissance era and considers the
relationship between the art and the ideal of humanism. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
venicen.wps
Abstract Expressionism / Art & Architecture Comparison : A 20 page
paper that explores layering, spatial depth, minimalism, combination of materials, objects
and colors, and the moralist vein, all of which typify abstract expressionism. The artists
and architects reviewed and compared include: Pollock and Richard Gluckman, Helen
Frankenthaler and Garth Alexander Oldershaw, Jasper Johns and James Stewart Polshek, and
Barnett Newman and Sam Durant. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Abstrexp.wps
The Influence Of African Art in Haiti : A 10 page paper that describes the
influences of African art on Haiti and looks at some early Haitian artists and considers
the role of their African heritage in the development of their craft. Bibliography lists 8
sources. Arihaiti.wps
Japanese Art and Culture : This 10 page paper provides an overview of
Japanese culture with an emphasis on art. Included is a section on the history of art in
Japan. Contemporary subjects are addressed including the culture's treatment of AIDS and
homosexuality. Comparisons between Japanese and Western culture are made throughout the
paper. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Japcult.wps
Japanese Art During The Asuka Period : This 5 page paper provides an
overview of Japanese art as was created during the Asuka period. The scope of the era is
defined and its link with the introduction of Buddhism is highlighted. The Horyuji Temple
is noted as being important to the history of Japanese art and the clothing as created
during the time period is also included. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Asuka.wps
Japanese Art Of The Kamakuran Period : 10 pages in length. The Kamakuran
period marks the time in Japanese history when the city of Kamakura was the capitol of
Japan. The period was characterized by great and beautiful art as a direct result of the
change in military rule, and Buddhist beliefs. Most of the art of the time consisted
sculptures pictures and portraits of Gods, spirits, and priests. This paper traces the
development, significance, & style of Kamakuran Bibliography lists 5 sources. Kamakura.doc
Mimbres Pottery : A 10 page essay on the beautiful pottery produced by
this tribe of ancient North American Indians. Bibliography lists six sources. Mimbres.wps
Mexican Art of the 19th and 20th Centuries / Comparison of Styles and Trends :
A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the basic trends in art in 19th and 20th
century Mexico and considers the impact of the War of Independence on the emergence of the
focus on regional art. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Mexiart.wps
Leonardo DaVinci : A 10 page overview of Leonardo DaVinci's life &
work. Bibliography lists 7 sources. End notes. Davinci.wps
Rembrandts Life & Works : A 7 page paper on the life and works
of Rembrandt. The writer discusses some of the more significant of his works, and talks
about how he was perceived by his peers. Bibliography included. Remb.wps
Salvadore Dali : 5 page biography and discussion of the 20th century
Spanish surrealist painter, Salvadore Dali. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Dali.wps
Salvadore Dali / Life & Works : 10 pages exploring the life of Dali
concentrating on how aspects of his life influenced his painting. Examples of his early,
Surrealist, and Classical periods are given with analysis. Bibliography that lists 6
sources. Saldal.wps
Salvador Dali / A Look At Two Of His Works : This 3 page report examines
two of the painter's most renown works, The Persistence of Memory and Sacrament of
the Last Supper. They are not done in the same style, yet share many similarities.
A brief synopsis of Dali's life as an artist serves as an introduction. No Bibliography. Dali2.wps
The Use Of Non-Naturalistic Coadjutors In The Work Of Salvadore Dali : An 8
page essay on the use of non-naturalistic coads, or images, in
representatives works from the different periods of Dalis career. Bibliography lists
6 sources. Coads.wps
Breton, Dali, & Dada / Surrealism : A 7 page essay on the roots
of Dada and Surrealism, with a discussion of the political and personal influences
characteristic of these art formstheir beginning and their end. Artists work
reviewed include Salvadore Dali, Rene Magritte, and Sherwood Anderson, among others.
Bibliography cites 9 sources. Surealda.wps
"Hagar" by Edmonia Lewis (1875) : A 5 page reaction paper to
this extraordinary marble representation of the biblical character emphasizes a variety of
emotional responses. Several points are made including the artist's possible perception,
the masculinity of the piece along with its angelic qualities.The figure's relationship
with the biblical tale is also noted. Hagar.doc
Howard Finster / An Artist on a Mission : A comprehensive 10 page discussion
of the life and works of Reverend Howard Finster, a 20th century artist who, when suddenly
endowed late in life with the talent to paint, believed that God was guiding him
artistically. Numerous works are analyzed. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Finster.wps
Helen Frankenthaler : A 4 page paper that discusses Frankenthaler's
experience in the world of art, her unique technique and its subsequent applications. The
paper discusses the fact of recognition for her technique in a male-dominant art world,
but not her works. Through feminist descriptions of a few of her works, the paper posits
that the beauty of the paintings themselves may have been largely ignored in light of the
fact that her technique was so intriguing. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Frank2.wps
Frida Kahlo : This 1 page paper discusses the life of famous Mexican painter
Frida Kahlo. The writer analyzes the way Kahlo's paintings represent her life, and the
inspiration she offers as a Latin American woman. Bibliography lists one source. Frida.wps
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The Life & Works of F.J. DeGoya : 6 page discussion of the life and
works of Francisco Jose DeGoya, the 18th century Spanish painter. Focuses upon "The
Shootings of May Third" and "Pradrera de San Isidro." Bibliography lists 8
sources. Goya.wps
The Influence Of Francisco de Goya : A 15 page paper analyzing the effect
the late eighteenth-century painter Francisco de Goya had on the Impressionists of the
late nineteenth century and the Expressionists of the early twentieth. The writer
concludes that the Impressionists primarily gained from Goya a fresh way of looking at
light; the Expressionists gained from his darker period a more direct way of depicting the
human soul. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Goya2.wps
Gaze / Impressionist Flaneur : An 8 page essay on the gaze of the
Impressionists in the urban setting. The writer posits that the flaneurs gaze was
not only artistic but political, particularly in respect to consumerism and changing
womens roles. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Gaze.wps
Cezannes "The Bather" : A 5 page research essay on Paul
Cezannes mesmerizing work, "The Bather." In the course of an
argument that posits that the work is nearly indescribable and is definitely
"un-categorical," the writer describes Cezannes techniques, philosophies
and achieved effects. The writer also provides descriptions of the work by art critics,
which tend to the metaphysical. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Cezbathr.doc
Cezannes "The Bather" # 2 : A 5 page essay on the rhythms
and cadences that speak to the soul in Cezannes "The Bather." The writer
compares the dissonances in Cezannes work to musical counterbalance, positing that
the artist (Cezanne) creates a Rachmaninoff concerto from Debussys "Chanson
de Billets." Cezmuse.doc
Cezannes "The Great Bathers" / Response : A 5 page
essay on the rhythms and cadences that speak to the soul in Cezannes "The Great
Bathers." The writer compares the dissonance and consonance in Cezannes work to
musical counterbalance, positing that Cezanne creates a symphonic arrangement from the
various techniques described. Cezmuse2.doc
Courbet and Cezanne / A Contrast and Comparison : A 6 page paper
comparatively discussing the lives & works of these two artists. Their reflections of
their lives within their works are contrasted and compared. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Cezan.wps
Biography Of Van Gogh / Stones "Lust for Life" : A 7 page
paper discussing the way Irving Stone presented the life of Van Gogh in this bio-history.
It compares Stones version of one particular incident to those of two other Van Gogh
biographers, and also includes the viewpoints of several other critics who have commented
on Stones handling of his genre. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Vangogh.wps
Sunflowers Comparative / Monet & Van Gogh : A 5 page research
paper comparing and contrasting the sunflower paintings of these two artists. The writer
posits that, according to their own desires, the artists created the effect of either
order (Monet) or emotion (van Gogh). Bibliography lists 5 sources. Sunflwr.wps
Van Goghs "Starry Night" as a Religious Vision : A 15
page analysis of Vincent Van Goghs famous painting, showing how its technique and
iconography argue in favor of its role as religious art. The paper examines the painting
from both a technical and a symbolic viewpoint. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Starvis.wps
Teaching Van Gogh to Sixth Grade Students - 3 Lesson Plans : Three 2-page
lesson plans for teaching 6th grade art students. Includes Van Gogh's artwork, new
vocabulary words, and a post-lesson quiz. Each bibliography lists 2 sources. An excellent
reference for anyone studying elementary education ! (6 pages total). Artlesso.wps
Artwork Of Frederic Remington & His Depiction Of The American West : A
12 page paper that provides an overview of the ideals and values of the American West as
expressed through the art work of Frederic Remington. This paper considers Remington's
impact on the identity of the West and the myths and perceptions that were supported by
his art. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Remington.rtf
Castiglione's "The Courtier" and Neoplatonic Beauty During the Renaissance
: A 6 page paper on this landmark work in Renaissance literature and the art that
shared its aesthetic goals. The writer details Castiglione's view of Neoplatonic beauty,
and then relates it specifically to the works of two Renaissance artists, Michelangelo and
Leonardo da vinci. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Castig.wps
Caravaggios "Card Sharps" : A 7 research paper
which analyzes this work by the Italian artist Caravaggio. The writer shows how this
painting is representative of Caravaggios work and also the areas in which it is
unique. The controversy surrounding Caravaggios habitual use of young boys as
subjects for his paintings is also addressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources-. Cardshar.wps
Corrado Giaquintos "The Marriage of the Virgin" : A 3 page
paper that provides an analysis of this work, with a concentration on the physical
qualities, iconography and style. Bibliography lists 3 sources. giaqui.wps
Restoration Of The Sistine Chapel : A 5 page paper discussing the
restoration of the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel and the various sides taken in the
controversy surrounding whether they were improved or destroyed by the work done.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. Sistine.wps
Rodins "The Kiss" : A 5 page research paper that explores
Rodins work from the viewpoint of aesthetics, form, and passion. The writer also
explores his work in terms of the period in which it appeared, criticism received, past
and present, and how ultimately, his aesthetic principles are served. Bibliography lists 6
sources. Rodinkis.wps
Cellini & Michelangelo, Mannerism Pieces : A 6 page paper
exploring the way which two artists expressed the changing world in which they lived. The
two pieces compared and contrasted are Michelangelos "The Damned," a small
part of Last Judgment, and Cellinis The Saltcellar. These pieces were
selected because of similar and contrasting poses of the figures within the pieces and how
they represent a move to Mannerism. Ideals studied include subject, and affectations such
as complexity and variety. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Cellmich.wps
Christo / A Contemporary Artist : This 8 page overview about a contemporary
artist is organized into four parts. One part discusses the artists use of color and
another compares him to DeKooning. The third part is an analysis of Christos role in
contemporary society and how the era in which he lives is reflected by his works. Finally,
a mock interview with the man reveals answers to the publics most perplexing
questions. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Christo.wps
Jackson Pollock / Abstract Expressionist : This 9 page paper proposes
that the abstract expressionist was the leader of the art movement in America during the
post World War II era. Ultimately, he and his cohorts, shifted the center of the art world
from Paris to New York. Several of his works are explored in a piece that looks at the art
movement in historical perspective. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Jackpoll.wps
John La Farge / Stained Glass Artist : A 5 page essay on the nineteenth
century artist who invented opalescent stained glass and was a leader in other areas as
well. He created thousands of beautiful stained glass windows during his career that rival
Tiffanys, who was a contemporary and a competitor. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Laforge.wps
Henry Moore / A Sculptor : A 10 page paper on Henry Moore, one of the
greatest sculptors of the 20th century. His childhood is discussed -- detailing much of
his fathers strength which supported Moore with common sense. A discussion of Moore
and his position as a sculptor in regards to his particular time followed by a section
discussing particular works of Moores which demonstrates his unique style, a style
that was just as unique and adventuresome as the other popular artists of the time.
Bibliography lists 6 sources. Hmoore.wps
Donatello vs. Ghiberti : The works, styles, and respective contributions of
these Italian Renaissance artists are compared and contrasted in this 6 page analysis.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. Donat.wps
The Works of Rembrandt and Ruben / Contrasts and Similarities : An 8 page
paper dealing with the life and works of Rembrandt and Peter Paul Rubens. Contrasts the
styles of each. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Ruben.wps
George Seurat - Scientific Impressionism : A 3 page essay on George Seurat--
a French neoimpressionist painter from the late 19th century. The writer analyzes Seurat's
work, technique, & style,-- arguing that he represented "the ultimate example of
an artist as a scientist." Several of Seurat's paintings are discussed. No
Bibliography. Seurat.wps
Graffiti Artist / Basquiat : A 30 page paper discussing Jean-Michel
Basquiat, his life, his art, and his art in relation to society and what its message
stresses for us. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Basquiat.wps
Art & Its Depiction of the Human : 5 pages discussing how art
intricately depicts the human figure as evidenced by the following works :
"David" (Michelangelo), Portrait of Giovanni Anolfini" (John Van Eyck),
"David" (Bernini), and "Merode Alterpiece" (Robert Campin). Theme,
form, detail, and more are discussed. No Bibliography. Arthuman.wps
Comparison of Two Similar Paintings : 5 page opinionated comparison
between two similar paintings : Edgar Degas' "Nude Woman Having Her Hair Combed"
(Metro. Museum of Art) and Francois Boucher's "The Toilet of Venus." 2paintin.wps
Comparison Between Two Paintings / Ter Borch & Brouwer -- Technique :
A 10 page comparison between "A Young Woman at her Toilet w/ Her Maid"
and "The Smokers." The writer compares these two works of art in terms of
six key echnique points with respect to the Flemish and Dutch schools. Bibliography lists
12 sources. Terborch.wps
Comparative Art / Matisse vs. Turner : An 8 page piece on Matisse and
Turner that compares the artifice in Odalisque and The Slave Ship. As Matisses
Impressionistic art sought to reflect a lifestyle, so did Turners Romantic art. The
difference being that Matisse was not interested in judgments or making political
statements. His interest was in the placing of color on canvas in a certain order. Turner
also had this interest, but his comment was political and of mythical proportions.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. Compart.wps
Comparison / Matisse and Moreau : A 5 page comparison of Gustave
Moreaus "Salome" and Matisses "The Painter and His Model."
The writer presents comparisons in terms of balance and other aesthetics, along with some
of the artists philosophies, with a concentration on those of Moreau. Bibliography lists 3
sources. Matimore.wps
Artistic Comparisons / Degas & Canova : A 5 page paper that compares the
work of Edgar Degas ("The Little 14 year old Dancer) with that of Antonio Canova
(Perseus and the Head of Medea). This comparison focuses on Degas Impressionist
considerations and Canova representation as a Neoclassicist, and the meaning that these
eras had to the work of both men. The comparison also demonstrates the way in which
subject plays a role in the ability of the viewer to perceive similarities or differences
between two works. Degascan.wps
Art Comparison / "Venus of Urbino" vs. "Entombment" : In
this 9 page paper, the writer compares the paintings "Venus of Urbino" by Titian
and "Entombment" by Jacopo Pontormo. Venusu.wps
Art Comparison / "Trajan in Armor" vs. "Alexander with the Lance"
:
A 5 page paper that provides an overview of comparisons that can be made between these two
statues. Bibliography lists only a web site used to view these statues. Trajalex.wps
Salvador Dali / A Look At Two Of His Works : This 3 page report examines two
of the painter's most renown works, The Persistence of Memory and Sacrament of the Last
Supper. They are not done in the same style, yet share many similarities. A brief synopsis
of Dali's life as an artist serves as an introduction. No Bibliography. Dali2.wps
Leonardo DaVinci's "Mona Lisa" : A 4 page research paper on
DaVinci's infamous painting "Mona Lisa" in which the writer presents their own
opinion of the work and then complements it with in-depth historical analysis and factual
information about the artist, the model, and even the work's original name. From an
artistic perspective, the materials and methods used to paint the Mona Lisa are described
as being genuinely representative of DaVinci's era. Monalisa.wps
Leonardo DaVincis "Mona Lisa" and "Vitruvian Man" :
A 4 page paper that discusses the artistic principles DaVinci developed and applied to his
paintings generally, in comparison with other artists of the period, and the application
of these techniques to each of these two paintings. The paper discusses these in light of
the Renaissance ideas of science and humanity and posits that perhaps the
"imperfections" in his paintings exhibit a larger experiment in these two areas
of thought. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Davinci2.doc
Pablo Picasso's "Guitar": A 7 page analytical research paper on
Picasso's "Guitar." Beginning with a brief introduction to Picasso's life &
works, the writer specifically examines how this particular painting does or does not
relate to the artist, his other works, and to the Cubist movement itself. Numerous
elements of the painting are analyzed, discussed, and elaborated upon. Bibliography lists
10 sources. Picasso.wps
Picasso's "Les Demoiselles" vs. Botticelli's "Birth of the Virgin"
: A 5 page essay that looks at the form of art as a reflection of scientific
principles and societal attitudes of the two eras (Renaissance and Early 20th Century
(Cubist)). The paper discusses how these two artists' works embody these principles and
attitudes in regards use of color and light, and volume and mass v. geometrics.
Bibliography lists 3 sources. Bottpica.wps
Garden Of Eden, Garden Of Gethsemane & The Last Supper : 10 pages in
length. No greater contrarieties could exist than between the Garden of Eden and the
Garden of Gethsemane; their drastic differences were as vast as the day is long. Where one
represented peace and tranquility, the other symbolized sadness, torture and the depths of
despair. There is much controversy and mystery surrounding da Vinci's painting, The Last
Supper, depending upon which account one believes -- the biblical version or the
contemporary version. Even within the biblical version, however, there exists varying
accounts of what took place in da Vinci's masterpiece. The writer compares and contrasts
the differences between the Gardens, briefly accounts for the fall of Adam and Eve,
discusses the various interpretations of The Last Supper, and also includes a bit about
the history behind the artist's rendering. Bibliography lists 11 sources. GrdnEden.wps
Analysis of Rembrandt's "Rembrandt Contemplating the Bust of Aristotle"
: A 5 page paper discussing three aspects of this infamous painting : light, shadow
and psychological basis (mood) of subject. These are tied into the relevancy of this
self-portrait to the Baroque period and Rembrandt's move away from his peers, which led to
his genius. Bibliography lists 4 sources . Rembrand.wps
Explication of Painting / Poussin's "Summer" : A 3 page essay
reviewing a work by Nicolas Poussin on display at N.Y.'s Metropolitan Museum of Art. The
work is sometimes called "Summer"-- or at other times, it is known as
"People." The writer of this paper expresses why the first of these titles is
more applicable. Examined are the artist's use of landscape, dimension, story, color
accuracy, and more. No Bibliography. Paintin2.wps
Benton's "Self-Portrait" : Thomas Hart Benton, an American
painter, created a "self-portrait" work on display at New Yodrk City's
Metropolitan Museum of Art. In this 5 page essay, the writer discusses Benton's message in
"Self-Portrait" as well as his thematic style, use of contrast, imagery, and
more. Bibliography lists 4 relevant sources providing background information on the
artist's life & works. Painting.wps
Juan Gris "Breakfast" / Analysis Of Painting : This 1914
painting by Juan Gris hangs in the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. In this 6 page
paper, a brief biography of the artist is followed by an interpretation of the piece.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. Breakfas.wps
Comparing Two Coins / Symbology Of Culture : A 5 page analysis of the
symbolic content, similarities and differences, of a coin issued by Lysimachus and a U.S.
Kennedy half dollar. No bibliography. Coincult.wps
Art Opinion / At the Smithsonian : A 5 paragraph (2 page) essay expressing
the author's opinions about five works viewed in Washington D.C.'s 'Smithsonian Gallery of
Hispanic Art.' No bibliography. Artgall.wps
Lorenzo de Medici : A 5 page essay on the life and accomplishments of the
great Renaissance patron of the arts and ruler of Florence. Bibliography lists 4 sources .
Lorenzo.wps
Experimental Typographer Frank Ford : A 5 page essay that explores
the historical background and artistic content of three of Fords typographical
fonts. Bibliography lists 4 sources, including Fords personal description of this
art. Typoford.wps
Images Of Alexander the GreatA View To The Past : A 5 page essay which
examines 2 pictures of Alexander the Great--a fourteenth-century painting entitled
Alexander Battling the Fur of Hind and a sixteenth-century woodcut
print entitled The Three Good Pagans. The paper describes the two
works of art in detail and explores what may be surmised from a close examination of these
two works. No bibliography. Alexgrat.wps
The N.M.A.A. / Smithsonian : A 2 page overview of the individual galleries
and collective exhibits at the National Museum of American Art of the Smithsonian
Institute in Washington, D.C. The history and purpose of the Renwick Gallery are
examined most closely. No Bibliography. Nmassmuse.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art : 3 pages worth of
analytical reaction to works on display at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Modern
Art. Included in the discussion are Max Beckmann's (1932-33) work entitled
"Departure," Giacomo's "Street Light," and others. No Bibliography. Modernar.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Art # 1 : Written after a visit to the
Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this 3 page essay examines works on display
of various European painters including : ElGreco, Picasso, and Renoir. No bibliography. Metmuse.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Art # 2 : 3 page reaction from a visit to New
York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. Specific works from various periods are discussed
and analyzed in light of their culture and artistic content. Included are works from the
Greek & Roman, African, and Japanese wings and galleries. No Bibliography. Metmuse2.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 3 / Sphinx of Senwosret III : In this 5 page
paper, the writer explicates a specific piece in NY's Metropolitan Museum of Art : The
Sphinx of Senwosret III - a sculpting of a powerful Egyptian spirit used by Pharaohs.
Discussed are the shape, form, history, materials, durability over time, wear, effect,
meaning, color, and more. Bibliography lists 3 sources used to support the writer's
discussion of the Sphinx's history. Metmuse3.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 4 / P. Cot's "The Storm" : A short, yet
detailed 3 page critique of Pierre-Auguste Cot's "The Storm" (painting) -- as
viewed by the writer while on a trip to N.Y. City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. Examined
are the artist's use of background/foreground, Cot's meaning, purpose, attention to
detail, etc; No Bibliography. Metmuse4.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Art # 5 : A 2 page reaction to exhibits from
various wings of NY's Metropolitan Museum of Art including paintings, sculptures, etc;--
from the Greek & Roman, Asian, African, and other galleries/wings. No Bibliography. Metmuse5.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 6 / Paolo Varonese's "Mars and Venus ..." :
This 3 page reaction to a Metropolitan of Art (New York City) painting entitled "Mars
and Venus United by Love" discusses Varonese's use of mythology, contrast, attention
to artistic detail, etc; No bibliography. Metmuse6.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 7 / Standing Buddha : Approximately 3 pages worth of
the writer's own personal analytical reactions to a statue in New York City's Metropolitan
Museum of Art entitled "Standing Buddha" (India, 5th century A.D.). No
Bibliography. Black and White picture of statue included. Buddha.wps

SOCIAL &
POLITICAL ISSUES IN ART
Art Education : An 8 page research paper on
Art education, its history, and suggested goals for relevant curricula. The theories of
significantly renowned artists and art teachers are discussed with relevance to the
author's own creative ideals. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Arteducn.wps
Educating Artistically Talented Students : A 15 page research paper which
gives an overview of what is required in nurturing artistic talent. The writer covers such
topics as the misconceptions which abound regarding the artistically talented, identifying
the talented student, and general recommendations regarding teaching strategies. The
writer also offers a general picture of the programs which are available in the U.S. for
artistically talented students. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Studtal.wps
Art & Politics : A 5 page essay on how art has always reflected the
political climate of its day. Mentioned are the works of Sir John Everett Millais and
several others from various cultures and historic periods. Bibliography lists 7 sources w/
end notes. Artpolit.wps
Art Censorship / Right or Wrong? : A 5 page examination of the censorship
of art. Discusses the rights and wrongs of censorship and the tendency of many people to
conform with the opinions of what they perceive as the majority. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Censart.wps
Censoring Art : A 5 page paper discussing the problem of censorship
in regards to visual art. The main focus of the paper is the problem facing our schools
art classrooms , with some mention of other types of censorship evident in the schools.
Many parents are arguing that much of the material that is presented in the classroom is
objectionable and should be removed from the classroom. Other people have complained about
art that has been created by students stating that the art is satanic and disturbing and
should not be exhibited. Censorship, in general, is wrong and should be opposed. There
should, however, be measures taken to protect those who are offended for not all art is
appreciated by everyone. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Artcen.wps
Demon Iconography Flourished Throughout The Art Of The Middle Ages :
Numerous examples have been discovered of the influence, both artistically and
ecclesiastically, of the presence of the devil in the lives of common people and saints
depicted in the many carvings, sculptures, and paintings of medieval times. Bibliography
lists 8 sources. Demonico.wps
Hitlers Degenerate Art Exhibition : A 6 page paper in which the writer
provides an overview of the elements leading up to the German "Degenerate Art
Exhibiton" of 1937, in which the Nazi's displayed and then destroyed the art
works of major modernists artists. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Degenart.wps
Art In Hiroshima / Then and Now : A 5 page paper that considers the
impacts of the bombing of Hiroshima in 1945 on the development of art in that region. The
writer focuses on the impact of political cartooning as an art form. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Hiroart.wps
Japanese Animation / Anime & The Link to Hiroshima : A 5 page paper that
considers the role that the bombing of Hiroshima has played in the shaping of modern day
animation. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Japanim.wps
The State of Humanities : A 12 page paper describing Humanities today and
the struggles they face. A short section on the conflict between science and the
humanities is included. The National Endowment for the Humanities is spotlighted
throughout the text. A speech by Senator Kennedy is included to illustrate the various
issues associated with the humanities. A bibliography containing 8 sources of reference
follows the paper. Humanity.wps
Benefits of Recreational Art Therapy : A 6 page research paper on various
types of recreational art therapies and their uses. The writer details general information
about the goals of recreational therapy for the mentally disturbed and for traumatic brain
injury sufferers. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Recreatn.wps
The Art and Landscape Of The Netherlands : A 7 page paper that discusses the
way in which art represents the geography and landscape of the Netherlands. This paper
reviews the works of 4 artists, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Habbema and Vermeer and argues that
the works of the latter two artists significantly represent the landscapes and natural
beauty, while also considering the importance of cities and physical structures in the
landscape of the Netherlands. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Artland.wps
Walter Benjamin / "Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction"
:A 6 page essay discussing the author's view of the mechanical reproduction of art and
its impact to the aura and tradition of a piece of artwork. Includes a brief biography of
Walter Benjamin and his political beliefs. Discusses modern reproductive capabilities
(especially digital reproductions) and their impact on art. Bibliography lists two
sources. Benjamin.wps
Cultural Influence of World War I : An 10 page research paper on World
War I's influence on art, literature and music. The writer describes the significance of
World War I, the various art and literary movements, and the changes they led to.
Bibliography lists 7 sources. Musicww1.wps
Feminist Art : (Art & Feminism) : A 5 page essay discussing how art has
evolved to capture the feminist movement and reflect its struggles. The writer is
pro-feminist. Bibliography lists 3 sources w/ end notes. Artfemin.wps
From Romanticism to Sexism / The Portrayal of Women in 18th Century Art : A
5 page research paper focusing on how women are portrayed in 18th century art. The paper
focuses on Boucher, David, Fragonard and Goya. Substantial background is given on these
artists and consequently how women are viewed in their works. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Artfemi3.wps
Government Spending & The Arts : A 4 page essay on the National Endowment
for the Arts (N.E.A.) and the tragedy of cut funding at various levels.
Using the opinions of those cited in research, the writer makes the argument that it's not
too late for us to still do something about this problem and increase funding for the arts
so that the future will not become a bleak and comparatively "artless" one. To
date, a problem is seen in the fact that artists are compelled not to create works that
appeal to the public, but rather to the grant makers. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Nea.wps
Critique of Maj. Owens' Speech On The Arts / NEA : A 5 page critique of the
Major's speech and how it uses analogy, parallelism, metaphor, and other artistic
techniques to express his ideas. The paper shows how he makes his points in regard to
funding for the NEA, which include admonishment for lack of vision, description of
potential loss of a tactile communications tool, and a warning about the dangers of giving
up creativity and individuality to a self-idolizing group. No bibliography. Neaowen.wps
Portrayal of Women in European Paintings : A 5 page research paper exploring
how women are portrayed in paintings. The writer describes images of women in a few key
20th century European paintings, and the social and cultural influences on these
portrayals. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Artfemi2.wps
The Agenda of the Far Right / A Future Without Arts or Humanities :
A 5 page essay based on the essay, Pulling the Fuse on Culture, by
Robert Hughes. (Time Magazine, 8/7/95) The writer explores the ramifications of the
far-right Republican agenda and what that could mean to the America of the future. No
Bibliography. Culfund.wps
Jean-Jacques Rousseau & His Criticism Of The Arts : A 3 page essay
discussing Rousseau's criticism of art as something that inherently corrupts civic virtue.
The writer finds that Rousseau is logically fair when he critiques Moliere but
finds reason to debate his denouncement of the theater -- arguing that in his attack on
the arts, Rousseau does actually promotes and endorse certain fascist ideals of
censorship. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Rousseau.wps
Kant, Hegel, Nietzche, & Heidegger How Did Each Of Them Define Art? :
This 12 page essay reviews the similarities and differences between four of the great
thinkers of the past 200 years. No bibliography. Artph.wps
Art & The Internet : A 5 page essay discussing the benefits of having
art created and shown on the Internet in addition to the way it is usually produced.
Bibliography lists 3 sources. Artnet.wps
Art & Beautys Role in Knowledge : A 5 page paper examining whether
art can provide knowledge, or whether that knowledge instead is resident within the
individual but unrealized until the experience of the art reveals it. Whether the
individual is able to either recognize or access that knowledge is immaterial. When art
can bring forth an understanding, it is not providing knowledge per se, but rather
providing a framework in which that knowledge can be contained and translated to the
conscious mind of its viewer. It is within this context that the work of Warhol becomes
important, and Picassos Weeping Women series portrays not only the image of pain,
but also conveys an understanding of it. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Knowrole.wps

ANCIENT CULTURES
Aztec Art : An in-depth, 6 page discussion
of Aztec art. Describes culture, history, and its influence in several examples from
relevant periods. Bibliography cites 6 sources. Aztecart.wps
Comparing Aztec and Inca Art : A 9 page comparison between Aztec and Incan
art & architecture. The writer makes their analysis based upon each group's respective
culture, design, structure, etc; Bibliography lists 9 sources. Incaazte.wps
Olmec [Native Indian] Art : A 5 page outline of materials describing beliefs
which are helpful in interpreting ancient pieces of art from the Olmecs. A belief that
shaman are transformed into jaguars, and similar related notions, are the basis for their
creations. No bibliography. Olmecart.wps
Physical Descriptions Of Biblical Patriarchs / Influenced Of Ancient Art : A
6 page paper that compares the Biblical descriptions of some of its major patriarchs
(Abraham, Isaac, etc;) with the archaeological findings of the time, to support their
descriptions. The writer attempts to show that archaeological findings, including art and
sculpture, deny some of the representations in the Bible, including the advanced age of
many of the patriarchs in Genesis, and the racial hereditary basis for characters like
Esau. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Patriar.wps
Aegean Art : A 4 page study of art in the region surrounding Greece before
the insurgence of the more traditionally known Greek period of art. Previous to Classical
Greek art the Aegean art composed of several types of art forms that generally contained
smooth and curved lines. The subject of art was oriented much more towards nature and
animals than the Greek period that was to follow. The Aegean period includes the Minoan,
Mycenaen, and Cycladic art forms. Bibliography included. Ancient.wps
Ancient Greek Art : A study of ancient Greece and the art form it produced.
This period in time produced many forms of art. The art of the ancient Greeks was to
influence the world greatly as many buildings were built with Greek architecture in mind.
Even today we still see its influences in most of our government buildings across the
nation. The sculptures, paintings and architecture were highly charged and elegant. It was
an incredibly influential period in history that has perhaps not been surpassed by any
period since. Grekart.wps
The Use of Color in Ancient Greece : This 7 page paper discusses the
use of color throughout the time between and including the Geometric and Hellenistic
periods. Ceramics and paintings are among the many art examples provided. Bibliography
lists 13 sources. Colorgre.wps
The Evolution Of Greek Sculpture : A 15 page discussion of the evolution of
Greek sculpture with an emphasis on drapery treatment over time. Bibliography lists eight
sources. Greekscu.wps
The Impact of Buddhism on Asian Aesthetics : A 7 page research paper on
Buddhism and art especially in China and India. The writer details the general tenets of
Hinduism, Confucianism, and Buddhism, and the changes in visual and written arts with the
dominance of each. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Buddhart.wps
Chinese Art / Book Review : 4 page review of Michael Sullivan's "The
Arts of China," a comprehensive book detailing the history and development of Chinese
art from ancient times to the twentieth century. Includes bibliographic reference for
Sullivan's book. Chinabok.wps
(The) Hanging Gardens of Babylon : A short, 3 page discussion of the Hanging
Gardens of Bablyon, their story & features. Focus is upon what makes them one of the
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Gardenba.wps
Navajo and Hopi : A 7 page research paper describing the world and religious
views of each tribe and their impact on arts.The writer describes how certain worldviews
of each tribe contribute to the art forms including sandpaintings of the Navajo and
kachina dolls of the Hopi. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Hopinava.wps
The Neolithic Age & The Dawn of Modern Civilization : 5 pages in length.
An insightful research paper on the importance of The Neolithic Age-- the period
just before the dawn of Egyptian Civilization -- which is known to have given birth to
modern humanity, art, architecture, religion etc; Because there are so few written records
of this era, we know so little about this time-- and yet this only adds to our fascination
with it. Specific techniques for Neolithic art, architecture, pottery, carving, ritual,
and more are described throughout most of the report. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Neolithi.wps
Cultural Anthropology / Religion & Art : A 7 page paper on how art and
religion have been blended throughout known history and how this applies to cultural
anthropology. The paper discusses how religion and art are means of expressing cultural
beliefs, means of teaching societal norms, and means of progressing society. The writer
argues that cultural variation/progression impacts the evolutionary scheme as imperatively
as biological variation. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Cultant.wps

GRAPHIC ARTS
The Role of Color in Graphic Design : A 4
page report that discusses the interrelationship of color theory and graphic design from a
psychological impact perspective. A brief overview of the role of the computer in the
delivery of graphic designs is also covered. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Colotheo.wps
Computer Graphics In The Movies : A 5 page essay on how the modern film
industry now uses 3D computer graphics to create special effects instead of more
traditional methods. Bibliography lists 4 sources. 3dgrap.wps
GIF : Graphic Interchange Format : A 7 page paper that
describes the functions of GIF in the development of images for the Internet. The use of
GIF for animation is effective because of the simplicity of the format as well as the
small files that GIF creates. Within the scope of this paper is also consideration of
competitors of GIF, including JPEG, as well as new developments in GIF technolgy.
Bibliography lists 7 sources. Gif.wps
The Impact Of Digital Imagery On Copyright Laws : A 10 page research paper
on the complicated issue of how to alter copyright laws to protect digital imagery on the
Internet and elsewhere. Bibliography included. Digimcop.wps
Technology & Film-Making : A 3 page research paper focusing on the
effects of technology on film making. Specific examples are given of the new system JEDI
allowing the integration of cartoon characters and people. Bibliography is included. Musictec.wps
Walt Disney the Animator : A 5 page paper that looks at the development of
Walt Disney as an animator and as a focus in the animation industry. Since his beginnings
in animation in 1919, Walt Disney always demonstrated his skills as an animator,
developing his skills from animation techniques created by others. But Walt Disney's
greatest contribution to the industry was his organizational skills, his eye for detail,
and his animation process that he developed for other animators. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Waltdisn.wps
Paul Rand : A 5 page research paper on the famous graphic designer. Rand is
credited, more then any other designer of this century, with bringing a modernist design
aesthetic to post-World War II America. The writer includes details of Rands career
and offers analysis of Rands work. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Paulrand.wps

ARCHITECTURE, ARCHITECTS,
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
(All Periods)
Three Ancient Cities / Comparison : 14 pages
in length. In this research paper, the writer examines the artistic and architectural
backgrounds of three ancient cities : Albania's Burtinti, Mexico's Cholula, and Sicily's
Syracuse. It is hypothesized that through an examination of their architecture, we can
learn much about the lives of early inhabitants, and the thought that went into urban
planning (roadways, aqueducts, etc.;). Bibliography lists 10 sources. Citianc.wps
The Dome Of The Rock : A 7 page essay on this beautiful structure in
Jerusalem. It is the oldest example of Islamic architecture in which the original art work
is, more or less, unchanged from ancient times. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Jerusa.wps
Agoras, Greek & Roman : A 6 page paper that explores the ancient
Greek and Roman architecture of agoras (public squares), including their
construction, materials, structures, ornamentation, and social significance. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Agoras.wps
Ancient Egyptian Architecture : 2 pages worth of notes and discussion
about temples and various structures in Egypt nearly 4,000 years old. No Bibliography. Egypttemp.wps
The Pyramids Of Ancient Egypt : An 8 page paper on the great pyramids of
ancient Egypt. Focusing upon the Pyramid at Giza, the Pharaoh's pyramids, and more,-- the
writer examines architecture, purpose, use, etc; Bibliography lists 6 sources. Pyrdhist.wps
Early Greek Architecture : Approximately 10 pages in length. Paper
examines periods and styles in early Greek architecture. Bibliography lists 7 sources
(also includes annotated bibliography as well). Grrek.wps
Roman Architecture : An 11 page paper on Roman architecture focusing on
such subtopics as the dome construction of temples & civic monuments, city planning,
theaters, the Domus, triumphal arches, Roman tombs, and more. In addition to discussion
culture, purpose, and general aesthetics, the writer also makes mention of the tools and
methods used to construct these great architectural works. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Romanarc.wps
Roman Architecture # 2 :
This subject is evaluated in terms of its influence on western architecture in this 5 page
paper. Also discussed are social factors present when the structures were built as
compared with mores and systems present today. Also included is discussion on building
materials and style which is compared and contrasted with western art. Government
buildings, stadiums, bath houses, importance of the bedroom and magnificence of the
gardens are each highlighted. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Romanar.wps
Roman Architecture & Art Analyzed : This 3 page research paper examines
the evolution of Roman art and architecture from a mere imitation of the Greek form to a
style uniquely its own, reflecting its own unique political structure. Specifically
discussed are Roman sculpture and portraiture, and influence of Caesar Augustus displayed
in Caesar Augustus of Primporta and Ara Pacis Augustae as well as the architectural
marvels of the Temple of Vesta, the Colosseum and the Pantheon. Bibliography lists 3
sources. Romanart.wps
City Planning In Renaissance Italy : A 12 page research paper that analyzes
the role of the Renaissance in Italian architecture and city planning, focusing on the
cities of Venice, Florence, and Rome. The writer postulates that the Renaissance style of
simplicity and symmetry, along with each citys geography, particularly influenced
the development of neighborhoods and communities. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Renitaly.wps
Stonehenge : A 1 page essay on the architectural construction of Stonehenge;
a mystical European creation from the New Kingdom Temple- era. Bibliography lists 1
source. Stonehnge.wps *TOTAL FOR THIS ESSAY ONLY $
9.95 !
Stonehenge Temples in England : The writer of this 14 page research paper
provides an informative informative view on the Stonehenge Temples in England. The
description of Stonehenge is inclued, as well as the theories on how this monument came to
be. Bibliography included. Stoneh.wps
Magnificent Church Buildings Are Not About Materialism : This 7 page
paper discusses the premise that modern Christians build large and beautiful churches as a
reflection of their own materialism. The writer ultimately argues that such is not the
case. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Churchb.wps
Religious Architecture : A 9 page paper focusing on the architectural
styles of three primary religions. The writer explains various structures common to
Christian, Buddhist, and Islamic religious styles. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Archi.wps
The Cathedral Schools : A 7 pg essay (plus 1.5pg, FREE outline)
discussing how the architecture of Cathedral schools evidence a greater attention to
cultural values than the architecture of our contemporary schools. Bibliography lists
approximately 7 sources . Cathedra.wps
(The) Gothic Cathedrals : 15 pages on the Gothic cathdral movement
between 1100 - 1500 a.d. in Europe. Dividies into centuries. Describes Gothic
architecture, changes and developments for each time period. Includes descriptions of
major cathedrals for each century. Bibliography lists 15 sources. Gothicca.wps
The Cultural Basis for the Development of Gothic Architecture : A 15 page
paper analyzing this pivotal period in art in terms of its relationship to the
growing secularity of the society at the time. The paper looks in particular at the
renovations of the Abbey at St. Denis, which added a Gothic choir to a Romanesque church,
and the construction and later renovations to the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris.
Bibliography lists 8 sources. Gotharc.wps
Westminster Abbey of London A Gothic Architectural Ideal : This 10
page paper examines Gothic architecture, its attributes and characteristics, as well as
the historical context in which it evolved. Westminster Abbey is the specific building
examined. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Abbey.wps
Religious Symbolism in the Architecture of Westminster Abbey : A 10 page
essay examining the ways in which the Abbey plays a significant role both in the religious
and political consciousness of the England. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Westabb.wps
Interior of St. Peters Church by Giovanni Paulo Pannini : A 3 page
paper that provides an analysis of this work, with a concentration on the physical
qualities, iconography and style. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Pannini.wps
Victorian Architecture : 10 pages in length. The enchantment of Victorian
architecture is appreciated far and near. Here the writer discusses the various styles and
addresses the continual battle to preserve and restore these historical buildings.
Currently, there is an upsurge in the interest of New Victorian homes -- those with all
the exterior splendor of the classic styles but with modern amenities and more spacious
accommodations. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Victarch.wps
The Bronze Doors of Grace Cathedral and Italian Renaissance : A 5 page paper
that looks at the doors of Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, modeled after the doors of
the Baptistery at San Giovanni by Lorenzo Ghiberti, and considers how they are
representative of Italian Renaissance architecture. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Grdoors.wps
The Role Of Bramante As An Image-Maker For The Papacy : 10 pages in
length. One of the greatest architects of the Italian High Renaissance. Bramante was the
original architect of the great Basilica of St. Peter. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Bramante.wps
Development Of Architectural Style / Bauhaus to Modern : A 5 page paper that
discusses the architectural developments since the Bauhaus school, including examples from
German, French, and American architecture. The paper discusses how American architecture
was influenced by the Bauhaus school and how it has evolved from that era. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Bauhaus.wps
Fetishes In Architecture : 18 pages in length. Architecture is a very
interpretive art that incorporates the use of various styles and techniques. For
centuries, architectural fetishes have played a significant role in the creation of
buildings and structures all over the world. The writer examines the use and techniques of
fetish architecture as it applies to several time periods. Extensive bibliography
included. Fetisha.wps
Building a New Home : This well-organized 25 page report details the various
procedures and processes necessary in the design and construction of a new "dream
home." A sample abstract and letter of transmittal are included. All macro and micro
factors are evaluated and analyzed from selecting an architect to choosing a plot upon
which to build. The industry and economy are discussed as well. Paper is an excellent
reference for those studying business, professional, and technical writing or certain
sub-topics in architecture. Bibliography lists approximately 15 sources. Homebild.wps
Global TransPark Airport Design : A 10 page paper presenting the narrative
for the design of a new international airport. Included in the discussion are the topics
of site selection, benefits to the community, funding of construction, gate set up options
with the classic "V" chosen, concessions and their contribution to airport
revenues, rental car arrangements and holding area locations, baggage issues, access
control and ancillary businesses. Though the paper addresses several major issues, the
overall focus is that of security and profitability. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Tranpark.wps
Design / Build In The Construction Industry -- A Cost-Saving Structure : An
11 page paper that provides an overview of the design/build strategy as it relates to the
roles of owner, contractor, engineer, construction manager and architect. Bibliography
lists 10 sources. Designb.wps
Design Theory / Textbook Review : 11 pages in length. A chapter by chapter
analysis of a textbook on Design Theory. Technology, depth, rhetoric, ethics, and more are
examined both in summary & evaluation. Designbk.wps
Construction Work In The Mid 19th Century : The 19th century presented
itself as a time of extensive growth and change for the United States. With the frontier
constantly expanding, construction was on the rise. This 4 page report looks at the job
and lifestyle of mid-19th century construction workers. The writer is particularly
concerned with techniques, challenges, obstacles, & levels of endurance. Bibliography
lists 4 sources. Conswork.wps
History of Early Inner-City Architecture In New York : A 10 page that
provides an overview of the history of architecture in New York City, with a focus on the
book Low Life, by Luc Sante. This paper reflects upon architecture as it relates to
urban planning and the implications of early architectural design. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Lifearch.wps
Married Student Dormitories at Harvard University / The Architecture Of Jose Luis
Sert, 1962-1964 : A 10 page paper that reflects the basic structure, design and
architecture of the Married Student Dormitories at Harvard University, designed by Jose
Luis Sert and built in 1962-1964. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Harvarch.wps
The Art of Adolf Loos and the Modern Philosophy of Austerism : A 7 page
paper that analyzes four Adolf Loos cites compared to the Modern philosophy of austerism.
Loos used contradictory styles, although he said ornamentation is a crime. Some of his
work was ornate by today's terminology as he worked in marble and brass and glass, rather
than iron and glass---his competitors judgment of what properly reflected the times. Loos
chose to reflect more than just metropolitan ideas and applied those ideas to the Khuner
Country home. He even made an artistic attempt in his submission for the Chicago Tribune
Building. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Adfloos.wps
architecture
Form & Function in 20th Century Architecture : A 7 page paper
giving a general overview of modern architecture. Architecture may have witnessed more
changes in the 20th century than at any other time aside from the shift from mud huts to
more permanently constructed buildings. When form reigned supreme, people were forced to
adapt to the structure and not all were privy to having any sort of structure they could
call their own. But with the advent of the idea of people first with buildings serving
their needs, function took the lead, letting form grow from the function needed in any
specific structure. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Archi20c.wps
Louis Isadore Kahn / 20th Century Architect : A 10 page paper on the life
and works of 20th century architect Louis Kahn. The writer makes mention of some of
Kahn's more famous creations such as the Salk biological Institute in La Jolla, California
and goes into a detailed discussion of how the architect's works reflect his personal
views and ideology. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Kahn.wps architecture
Otto Wagner/ Role in the Art Nouveau and Modern Architectural Movements : An
8 page paper discussing the Art Nouveau and Modern Architectural movements, their impact
on the architecture of Europe and the role of Otto Wagner in these movements. Bibliography
lists five sources. Ottow.wps
Le Corbusier : An 8 page paper regarding the man and his archetectual
contributions during the early 20th century. Bibliography lists five sources. Lecorbus.wps
Frank Lloyd Wright / Architect : A 6 page paper on Frank Lloyd Wright, a
talented turn-of-the-century architect, whose designs were based largely on Wright's own
infatuation with the "architecture" of nature. Specific examples of this
architect's work are provided to evidence this theme and to better-explain Wright's own
ideology. Also mentioned is how some of his work reflects "wholesome" family
values existing during the period in which he designed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Wrightar.wps
Frank Lloyd Wrights Unity Temple Vs. McDonald's Restaurants : A 5 page
paper discussing the similarities and differences between Frank Lloyd Wright's design of
the Unity Temple and the general design of McDonald's restaurants. Are there really any
similarities between these two seemingly disparate structures? Indeed, the writer points
to at least four ways in which the architecture is similar. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Unity.wps
Luis Barragans Architectural Style : An 8 page essay on the life and
work of Mexican architect Luis Barragan. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Barragan.wps
Anthony Lawlor's Eight Elemental Forms : A 7 page pager based on Lawlor's
(1994) book entitled "The Temple in the House." The writer focuses upon a
specific chapter which outlines Lawlor's Eight "Elemental Forms" -- the greatest
and most fundamental forces of architectural power. In Lawlor's view, these eight core
elements of structural design comprise the primary basis for everything that we see, feel,
and experience in a building. The writer applies what is learned in Lawlor's book to
explicate the architectural design of Washington D.C.'s Capitol Building. One additional
source is listed in bibliography. Elemform.wps
Pugin vs. Niemeyer / A Comparative Study Between Two Architects : A 6 page
paper that documents the styles of 19th century architect Augustus Pugin and 20th century
architect Oscar Niemeyer. While noting that these two architects shared little in common
stylistically, the author attempts to show that these two men shared both an incredible
impact on the architecture of their time and a highly developed sense of their art.
Bibliography lists 7 sources. Pugineim.wps architecture
The Works Of Architect Raymond Hood : A 5 page
research paper on the buildings of architect Raymond Hood. The writer discusses the
landmark skyscrapers designed by Hood in the 1920s and 1930s which are still key
attractions in the skyline of New York City. From the American Radiator Building to
Rockefeller Center, Hoods work is still admired for its use of classic Art Deco
design and innovative features. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Rayhood.wps
The Golden Gate Bridge : This 5 page paper highlights the construction of
the third longest suspension bridge in the world. Sections include an analysis on the
building of the bridge from a cultural perspective, a religious and philosophical
perspective and concludes with a look at the project from an ethical standpoint.
Bibliography lists 7 sources. GGB.rtf
Construction Of The Boeing Plant : A 5 page paper discussing the building of
the Boeing manufacturing plant north of Seattle, Washington. The plant itself, the culture
and religion of the people who built it , and the ethics of the people involved in the
building are discussed, as well as the relationship between religion, culture, philosophy,
and ethics in the plants development and construction. Bibliography lists six
sources. Boeingp.wps
Abstract Expressionism / Art & Architecture Comparison : A 20 page paper
that explores layering, spatial depth, minimalism, combination of materials, objects and
colors, and the moralist vein, all of which typify abstract expressionism. The artists and
architects reviewed and compared include: Pollock and Richard Gluckman, Helen
Frankenthaler and Garth Alexander Oldershaw, Jasper Johns and James Stewart Polshek, and
Barnett Newman and Sam Durant. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Abstrexp.wps
Interior Design as a Profession : A 7 page paper on the requirements
necessary to start an interior design business which outlines education, professional
associations, business planning, identifying attorneys, accounts, bankers, and
organizational form. Bibliography lists 10 sources . Intdesi.wps decorating
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use of wood and drywall. The writer discusses unusual materials being used in construction
today such as old tires, aluminum cans, bales of straw and rammed earth. This report shows
that these homes are not only affordable, but energy efficient. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Altaarch.wps
Bonding Mortars / The Advantages & Disadvantages of Different Types : A
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latex-modified concrete and mortars, and their benefits and disadvantages for use.
Bibliography lists 6 sources. Mortar.rtf
Securing an Abandon Building : 4 page discussion of techniques for
securing an abandon building from leaks, decay, etc;. Good resource tool for those
studying various forms of security and maintenance. No Bibliography Included. Building.wps
Pumping Concrete : A 10 page research paper
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pumping is best suited, the problems which can arise from pumping concrete, and the
importance of mix design. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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