critique 2

                In this Photograph of Anthony Robles from Arizona State University versus Kyle Maynard of the University of Georgia, Anthony is setting up his patented single leg shot. Through the use of shot angle, and focus the photographer was able to capture Anthony in his amazing act of one-legged wrestling.

            With Anthony’s vice like grip he holds Maynard in a venerable position for his shot.   Anthony is gearing up to drive into the Georgia grappler’s legs, the cameraman crouches down for his money shot.  The cameraman’s angle gave the viewer the best possible sight at how Anthony is able to achieve his unbelievable feat of being a successful wrestler, so successful that he became an undefeated senior, 3 times All-American and an NCAA champion.  The angle of the picture takes shows how packed the arena is where many eager fans came to watch Anthony wrestle. Also the angle shows how Anthony is angle to control his opponent so well and spring onto a leg for an almost guaranteed takedown.

            The focus of this shot was so precise that the main optical point goes straight onto Anthony but also gives you a clear view of the fans in the stands. The focus was out just far enough to know that this was a home meet because of the color of the Sun Devil Stadium chairs, and the scoring desk. Also the focus is just enough to see the reactions of the fans. Through this key picture taking skill the photographer was able to capture the entire atmosphere in a single picture.

tolstoy

Tolstoy has a very strong love for the arts, shown through his article What is Art?, he shows strong conviction and graphic descriptions of a large quantity of arts. In his excerpt he goes in depth to show each art and how every kind is special in its own special way. In a very determined way he critizes how new forms of art are ruining the real meaning behind true art and all its beauty.

Tolstoy goes in depth I his wild accusations on how theater, television, and movies are bringing down how art truly should be seen. In his completely bias opinion art should be seen in its true forms such as ballet, paintings, sculptures, and dance. In my personal opinion, great! Enjoy your art, ballet, dance, and paintings are all nice and when done well are beautiful, but I enjoy my tv, movies, and plays. A lung crushing hit over the opponents bench in hockey in my view beats the Mona Lisa any day of the week.

Everyone is entitled to their opinion and Tolstoy takes full advantage f that right in his excerpt. Blasting the reader with a barrage of enflaming statements that jam his idea down your throat, via text. I won’t say that his view is flawed, but his way of communicating his ideals and thoughts need a little touching up. He does on the other hand support his thoughts with good concrete evidence from other highly respected art enjoying people from magazines, papers, and books.

John Royle        visual imagination             3/1/11                  g block

In the series Spartacus, the main character, Spartacus tries to win back his freedom through vigorous training and endless hours of battle in order to win enough coin to buy his freedom, or win it. Through his story he encounters many brutal and deadly gladiators. At this point of his life its survival of the fittest, last man standing lives and all the rest die. In the still, ”Spartacus battle” the director, Steven S. DeKnight shows through the use of an in depth and detailed background, severe and focused expressions on the men’s faces, and through aggressive actions, the true sense of battle and pure combat.

          Through the detail in the background DeKnight is able to show pure excitement and a sense of feeling back to the gladiatorial days. In the background you can see many men wagering and cheering on their men. This was a common practice to gain money in the republic. Through the use of rustic and homely tunics the feeling of an old gladiators ring is made even more profound. In the background, the men in the full tunics are the owners of the two gladiators, as the men wield their swords their owners scream and holler, encouraging their man on. Also in the background are the chains and wood barriers and stairs, furthermore enforcing the look of a gruesome battle pit.

          Using distinct facial expressions and the use of blood, DeKnight was able to show feelings on engagement and anger. On Spartacus’ face a look of power and readiness envelop his face. Blood smeared down his cheek show the gruesomeness of the battle ensuing. On the other Gaul battling Spartacus the face of a previous contender who fell to this man is attached to his face and worn as a mask. This is a sign of triumph of previous accomplishments and to further intimidate his enemy. This is a way of saying,” I am the best, if you stand in my way this will happen to you”. Even the pseudo face/mask you can still see an expression of anger and ferociousness, as well as blood splattered across his face, showing the battle’s intensity and ferocity.

          Lastly through the two men’s stance and weapons you can clearly see that a fierce battle is happening. Spartacus is aiming his sights on a quick defense as the opposing gladiator brings down his sword. The attacking gladiator is side stepping to his left for another lethal blow opportunity. Spartacus is preparing his body for an on slot of attacking blows. He is in a powerful and athletic posture for a quick defense of whatever will come next. With his sword in the air preparing to block and his free hand close by in the event he needs to power back into a blow that needs reinforcement and also puts him in a good position to counter. The blood smeared on the bodies once again proves the seriousness and intensity of the battle.

          Through the use of an authentic looking background, blood smattered amongst the men and ground, and lastly the expressions and emotions on the men’s faces, DeKnight was able to show the true passion for conflict and combat. Through each of these elements deKnight was able to produce a very strong and influential still about the gladiatorial practices.

jackie robinson

I do feel that Jackie Robinson deserves to be ranked as one of the greatest civil rights figures in American history. One reason why he deserves this title is because he carried a strong sense of courage and self-consciousness with him that made him a true hero. Jackie Robinson managed to keep a straight face while being taunted by white people and he always never got extremely nervous when being in front of large crowds of white people at his games. Another reason why he deserves this title is because he proved that talent and ability belonged to all men and people, no matter what skin color they are. Jackson Robinson blew crowds of white people away with his spectacular display of skill during his baseball games. One other reason why he deserves this title is because he encouraged people to express themselves no matter what they look like and also to encourage these people to make others respect them for who they are as people and not just based on talents and skills. although he did all these remarkable tasks he is still not the best, that title is held by MLK.

visual imagination

my declaration.

i am declaring that for the second symmester in g block Writing and Visual imagination that i will be using the idea of COMBAT ass my idea to base my projects aroound.

the butter battle

As the Zook climbed the wall, all the bricks begin to fall. The Yook's began to charge, but Van Itch did not barge. "Stop!" yelled he, from the zogaloo tree, and the Yook's did turn around. "Butter up-side down, or butter right-side up! It does not matter! We're acting like ups!" Van Itch did yell from the zoogaloo tree, "Zook's! Come back! This is silly, please do not flee!" The Zooks turned around and with a "Trum-alt-ta-roo!" Realized now what the Yook's knew too! This dispute over butter was a silly, little rup. Both the Zook's and the Yook's realized, they were acting like zups! They pulled down the bricks with a "Tee-tilly-tow!" and realized it was silly, and needed to go! This barbarzia over butter was finally through! Whether right-side up, or up-side down, it is all up to you!