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Recently I watched this TED Talk by Hayley Levitt called "Who decides what art means?" Her y'all was very interesting and talked about the two possibilities of how to interpret art. One philosophy is that only the artists intentions are the correct interpretation and the other philosophy is that there is no one intention and it's left up to the observer. Art scholars have taught me to put a message behind my art, and I feel that if the authors intention is ignored, no one will ever hear or accept the message they are trying to send. Just like Art scholars, this TED Talk has showed me that there is much more to art than the beauty it holds

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Over quarantine I made a cork board from recycled materials around my house. It was a simple craft and art project, but it was fun to make. I took lessons from my art scholars workshop, sewing and sustainability. Instead of buying a board and throwing out old corks and frames, I was able to make it my own. It's a small action but as I learned in class, every method of sustainability is helpful. I can connect this project to Art Scholars class because all of us are probably bored at home and we can all utilize this time not not only expand on our art skills, but be sustainable while we do it, which is what arts scholars and my workshop is all about.

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Daylight (2019)

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During quarantine, I’ve attempted to transform this originally white/grey mirror into a sky gradient. It was a recycled mirror my mom passed down to me and I wasn’t really crazy about it, so I tried painting it to fit my style. From this project I learned that the way you view yourself can often be affected by how you surround yourself. Once I changed the surrounding color of the mirror, I enjoyed using it more. This project reminded me of art scholars because we all have to make a definitive choice to surround ourself with things that improve our life such as the art we love doing, and observing.

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This painting is unfinished, but I tried to make it send a message. The message I’ve learned over time and during Art Scholars is that each challenge we grow through helps our minds grow. We are always developing as people and developing our ideas. Art Scholars has taught me to expand my way of thinking when it comes to all kinds of art.This garden growing represents the growth and expansion of views and knowledge that everyone has. 

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YBN Cordae: Seen at the Fillmore on February 14th, 2020. I went to this concert with my friends because we thought it would be a fun experience. I had not previously listened to this artist’s work before attending his performance. However, for the sake of broadening my taste I went and I learned that even if I don’t like a certain genre of music doesn’t mean I won’t like versions of that genre and some artists from it. This has a connection to art scholars for me because I thought if I wasn’t good at a certain type of art I wouldn’t like observing it. But I learned that even if I don’t like participating in a certain art doesn’t mean that I can’t appreciate it for what it is. #CPSAPentathalon #music

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“Won’t you celebrate with me?” on February 7th, 2020. This event took place at the Clarice Performing arts center at University of Maryland. This was a presentation on black feminism and the cultural criticism it faces. This event showed me how even though feminists face a lot of criticism as it is, some face even more than others due to their race. Art Scholars always makes sure students and peers are respectful of each other and all genders/races. I wish we could implement the views we have and the respect we have for one another in the classroom and into the world today. It made me realize that maybe through presentations such as this and through our art, we can start to make people more aware and less judge-mental on campus. Of course, in a perfect world the whole world itself would be accepting as it is, but if we really want to make a difference we have to start somewhere.  #CPSAPentathalon #presentation

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October 30th, Xfinity Center, John Mulaney Comedy Show

The show was very funny and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I realized that even with a large crowd at such a large campus, the show itself can still be very interactive. It doesn’t matter the size f the crowd, all that matters is the energy and mindset of the performer. The show also made me realize that comedy, in a way, is similar to theatre. Performers act a certain way on stage but turn back to their normal selves once the show ends.

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October 7th, sticker making

We had the option to create our own stickers in our lounge. This allowed me and other stressed college students to unwind after a long day of taking rigorous right-brained classes. It reminded me how art can be an outlet for stress even if it is only a simple craft to do with your friends, it can still help. It doesn’t have to be a beautiful painting or elaborate play, it can simply be something that allows you to be creative.

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“The Visit”, October 5th at the Clarice

This play was very special. It served a purpose in making its audience feel out of place and uncomfortable. The point of this was for the audience to feel like the main character felt in his own town. Seeing this play inspired me because before this, I thought of art as mostly physical; observing the art of theatre taught me that art forms such as this one has an even more powerful and secretive way of sharing a message. It gave me a new perspective and appreciation for at forms such as theatre and dance.

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Jim Henson exhibit at the Next Now Festival. Held at the Clarice on 9/13/19

It was amazing to see the history of Jim Henson and the process he went through to create his form of art. It was inspiring to me because it showed me that I can think out of the box all I want and still have my piece be considered art. I never have to put a leash on my creativity for the sake of art. Learning about Mr. Henson reminded me of the arts scholars program because they both just want you to be yourself and the best version of yourself you can be in your art. 

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Emma Weisbaum: TURNED ON (Read Receipts)

Jazz Professors

ARTECHOUSE: LUCID DREAMING

1. I learned that art can be digital and highlighted in different forms. Artists can use different ways to get their message across.

2. My favorite piece was the lucid dreaming exhibit. I liked it because it allowed viewers to interact with the art and control it at their fingertips. It expressed how art doesn’t have to be physical to be beautiful.

3. In the read receipts piece, I noticed the artist used neon paint instead of regular colors to highlight certain parts of her painting. It draws the viewers eyes to what she wants them to see. Interdisciplinary art pushes the boundaries of art as we know it by expanding people’s viewpoints and opening new doors to new and expressive forms of art.

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August 28, 2019. Scholars convocation at the clarice. The event was touching and I believe it made all the scholars feel connected. It also showed how all the scholars programs are unique, especially arts because it requires us to be more open minded and creative. It was a good experience to make a big school feel a little less giant. #CPSAPentathlon #presentation