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Internal Error When Uploading Pictures

Kim and Cheryl have been experiencing an error message when they try to upload their photos to the blog.  Today at school, my photography class experienced the same error.  There must be something going on with Blogger that is causing this... I'll keep trying to find an answer and in the meantime, please stay patient.  Gary, have you seen the error message?  What OS and browser are you using?

Just as a test, here is a shot I took of the ceiling of the Great Hall at the Metropolitan Museum of Art... It uploaded without issue... I am using the Chrome browser and a PC running Windows XP. The problem could be related to Windows 7 or Internet Explorer... Let's hope it is temporary!

The Education Of The virgin

Gary Wilson Professor :

Jerry Nevins

Museum experience

March 27, 2011

The Education of the Virgin

Last module I encountered an unusual piece of artwork. The painting was the education of the Virgin by Diego Velazquez. The painting grabbed my attention the moment I entered third floor of Yale’s Art Gallery. I loss for words secondary to the religious content that the art work displayed. The artwork represented some of the major players from the post biblical era. The Education Of the virgin represent spirituality and encouragement that I take with me throughout my daily spiritual walk.

Diego Velazquez was born Seville Andulsa Spain June 6, 1599 and was the first child of Juan Rodriguez de Silva and Jerónima Velázquez. Diego Velázquez was educated by his parents to fear God and resort to a learned profession. Diego developed a love for art at the tender age of twelve. In his early years he served as an apprentice under Francisco Pacheco . Although art was his passion , he covered a broad spectrum of subject matter and much interest in language and philosophy. While studying under Pacheco, he developed maturity, realism, and excellent art skill. In the later years Velazquez was stimulated by and adored the works of the great Titian. On April 23, 1618 Velazquez married his teacher’s daughter Juana Pacheco and she later bore two daughters by the name of Francisca de Silva Velázquez Pacheco and Ignacia de Silva Velázquez y Pacheco(died in infancy). Frustrated by the death of his daughter , he channeled all his energy and produce some major artwork in 16ooth . I will list a few: Old Woman Frying Eggs, his sacred subjects include Adoración de los Reyes (1619, The Adoration of the Magi), and Jesús y los peregrinos de Emaús . In 1622 Diego move to Madrid Spain and spend the remainder of his life in Spain as court painter for Philip the IV. On august 6, 1660 Velazquez developed a fever that he never recovered from and he died ten day later (August 16, 1660) in Madrid Spain.

In 2004, a painting was discovered in a storehouse in Yale University, where it had been for about a hundred years, by the then junior curator, John Marciari (Katz 1). Following his suspicions about the artwork through research and consultations, Marciari’s conclusions were cause for considerable interest and some controversy. However, he concluded that the painting was by Diego Velazquez although there was no clear proof that it was by the artist. For example, the artist was not known to sign his works and since the work is unsigned, this may point to its authenticity. However, its lack of a signature also contributes to doubts about its veracity. Although the history of the painting contributes to the conclusions by scholars, its similarity to early paintings by Velazquez brought about these conclusions. The painting was named The Education of the Virgin after its subject. However, some scholars are not satisfied with the findings and they opine that it is not a Velazquez (Katz 3). In the painting, the Holy family, which consists of Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus, are depicted in a domestic scene that also has strong religious overtones. The fragment of what is believed to have been an angelic figure is found at the upper left of the painting. The holy family is seated on the foreground and the figures fill the canvas. Joseph, who sits on the left, is clearly identified as the teacher given that he is directly facing Mary and Jesus and his face and figure are in profile view. Mary, who is on the right, is depicted in three-quarter view and she holds a book on her lap, to which she is pointing. Her gaze is directed at Joseph in a somewhat questioning glance, the stance of a pupil who is intent on learning. Jesus is between the two, and is shown to be following his mother’s studies since he is pointing to the same book portion as his mother. However, his gaze is directed outwards towards the viewer, engaging the viewer in the scene. Fig 1: A photo of the The Education of the Virgin showing some of the reasons why the painting has been reattributed as a Velazquez. The arrangement of the figures is triangular in nature, which helps the eye to travel from one point of interest to the other. The figures are the main point of interest given that they emerge from darkness, which is lighted by a source from the left. Except for a still life of a small table with drawers, the rest of the painting is in darkness (Motzkin). This leaves out any distracting details from the painting thereby giving prominence to the three figures in the foreground. The small table with drawers helps to ground the figures and to provide a sense of domesticity to the scene. The heads of the three figures are arranged in a triangular form that is echoed by the heads of Mary and Joseph and the book on Mary’s lap. These triangular arrangements ensure that the viewer is not distracted from the subject by drawing the eye smoothly from one point of interest to the other. The painting is on canvas and the medium used is oils, which was a preference of Velazquez (Motzkin). Given the amount of time it was sitting at the storeroom without any conservation and restorative measures being taken, the painting is quite damaged (Katz 1). The angelic figure is destroyed and the surface of the painting is scraped; however, the essential elements of the painting are clearly visible. The style of the painting is Baroque, a style that was characterized by openly visible emotionality in the subjects. Joseph’s figure is depicted as being completely absorbed in the lesson while Mary is depicted in an apt and slightly questioning stance. Jesus is given a neutral expression that may be a pointer to his divine nature and knowledgeableness (Katz 4). In Baroque, details were rendered in detail and this is observable in the painting where the figures, drapery, and still life are rendered in detail. The painting was dated as having been created in the seventeenth century in Spain after considering its pigment, priming layer, and style (Katz 2). The seventeenth century was characterized by strong religious sentiments and practices as is shown by the existence of the inquisition at the time. Those who were thought to be unbelievers were tortured and executed, often by officials who held positions of power in the church. The religious fervor of the period is shown by artists’ productions at the time. The artworks were largely religious in nature and subjects that may have been considered as pagan are likely to have been met with strong retribution. Consequently, most of the artworks at the time were Christian in nature since most artists sought to comply rather than face death. The image of the divine family has been used in Christian art for some time and it predates seventeenth century Spain. It depicts some of the most important principles that a Christian ought to have. These include obedience to God and cohesiveness that is brought about by love for others. Mary is shown to be learning from Joseph perhaps as an indication of her place in the marriage. However, the fact that she is learning from reading shows that women were allowed to read and write at the time. The family is depicted as one cohesive unit, a probable reference to the importance of the family unit to people at the time. The veracity of the painting as a Velazquez may be difficult to prove although there are some indicators that support the claim. According to Marciari, technical qualities cannot be used to prove an attribution; as such, the painting will is likely to have detractors as well as those who believe it to be a Velazquez if no further evidence is found to support either view (Allen). Consequently, only speculation and comparisons between the painting and others can provide some of form of answers to the question.

Works Cited

Allen, Emma. Velázquez Discovered at Yale University. July 6, 2010. Web. March 30, 2010. Katz, Jamie. “A Velázquez in the Cellar?” Smithsonian Magazine. April 201o. Web. March 30, 2010. Motzkin, Lauren. Gallery says Velazquez attribution is official. September 9, 2010. Web. March 30, 2010.

A Sunday visit to Wadsworth Museum

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, CT Hello Everyone, My first outing on this experience was to the Wadsworth Atheneum this Sunday. Unfortunately, due to work commitments I didn’t make it to the Yale British Art Gallery as originally planned on Friday and hope to make the lecture in the coming weeks. Bill and Brittany came with me for the outing on this windy Sunday. There was plenty of free street parking and no lines or crowds of people in the museum. We strolled through three floors of art. A large part of the museum is closed due to renovations. Please remember you have to stay at the minimum “an arm’s length way from the paintings” so I was told by one guard when pointing out stroke and color in one of the paintings to Bill. I wish my granddaughter was with us because her arms are a lot shorter than mine. After getting lost and found in the museum I want to thank Annmarie, another of the guards, for helping me find my way. There was one gentleman, in particular, who I approached to ask about some of the paintings. Since he looked so distinguished and knowledgeable standing in one of the galleries I thought he was a curator or someone who had an important job at the museum. To my chagrin he exclaimed that he was sorry he couldn’t be more helpful because he didn’t work for the museum. I am so glad he took my case of mistaken identity as a compliment. We did miss the tour but was happy to be able to view Monet’s Water Lilies exhibit. To my surprise my favorite was Monet’s The Japanese Bridge paintings that were part of his garden in Giverny not the pond of water lilies. The first painting viewed was tranquil and fit right in with the pastel colors and reflection of nature off the water and sky. The form and reflection of the bridge and fauna was very pronounced and vivid. The second painting done later on during Monet’s 80’s appeared more abstract and modern when compared to the previous bridge painting as less form and more color created the imagery of the bridge in the painting. As this was not part of the permanent collection I wasn’t able to take pictures. I then moved on to the Hudson River School Collection and found my own personal part of heaven. I loved viewing paintings with scenes from places like Niagara Falls and seascapes of Maine where I have visited. One painter, Frederick Edwin Church, will become the focus of my paper. I especially loved one of his finest seascapes, Coast Scene Mount Desert, Maine. “There is no such picture of wild, reckless abandonment to its own impulses, as the fierce, frolicsome march of a gigantic wave,” Church wrote after observing the sea off Mt. Desert Island, Maine. This quote captured the same feeling of power, energy and light that I had when I was in Maine looking at a similar coastline as represented in his painting. My next outing will be to the Portland Museum of Art. Apologies, I too like Cheryl was unable to post any of my pictures. Cheers, Kim

I am having great difficulty uploading my photos. I've visited two museums and I can not get my photos to upload. I followed the instruction video that Jerry posted. Can anyone offer some suggestion on their success with uploading pics. I have saved my photos to both my computer and a memory stick and I keep getting an error message. Cheryl Hutchinson

Museums to visit

Good morning everyone. I plan visit Wadsworth Atheneum, Bruce Museum and The Florence Griswold Museum.

More indoor , outdoor and paintings at the Met

My Experience at the Met

I had an excellent time at the Metropolitan yesterday. I paid nine dollars for the entrance but it was the best nine dollars I ever spent. I was in awe while walking the hallways of the Metropolitan. As I walk the halls, I almost lost my sanity from the art work so, I paused, and I thought about the primary artwork that sparked my interest. With that in mind, I focused on European Artwork. my first was Diego Velazquez but changed after the first hour of my visit. I saw some of the greatest artwork from artists like Claude Monet, Rembrandt Vanrijin, Aguste Rodin, El Greco, Titian, George de la Tour, Philippe de Champaige, Bartolome Esteban Murnlio and much more. I felt like a kid in a candy store and all good things must come to an end. Although I had to part, I hold much memory of art from the Metropolitan Museum. This is must visit for lovers of art.

My second paper will be on Rembrandt( Aristotle with a bust of homer).

The Paintings at the Met

The Virgin and Child

oil on canvass

Bartolome Esteban murnlio

spanish 1617-1682

Rambrant Vanrijn

Aristotle With a Bust of Homer

oil on Canvass

El Greco

The Miracle of Christ

oil and canvass

left corner: Claude Monet

1840-1940

oil on canvass

The valley of Nervia

Indoor of the Metropolitan

The charle Engelhard Court

Aguste Rodin

1840- 1917

The Martyr

left Adam

right Eve

The Metropolitan

My Pictures and visit to the Metropolitan Museum.

the pictures relate to the outside and indoor of the wonderful Metropolitan Museum.

I had a pleasant experience at Art Gallery today. The Guards were very helpful however, they were no docent to hold my hands today. apparently, they only do tours on the weekend. anyway, I managed on my own. I was very fascinated with the variety of art. I fell in love with the high Renaissance and mannerism movement. I taking off early tomorrow morning to tour the Metropolitan Museum. I'm on the hunt for Mr. Diego Velazquez!

The circumcism of christ

1506

oil on panel

Italy Venice

Tiziano Vecellio(the Titan)

Movement :the high Renaissance

The temptation of Adam and Eve

oil panel

Italy, Florence

1474-1515

High Renaissance

Mariotto Albertinelli

Italy , Florence \1474-1515

The sacrifice of Issac

Oil on Panel

Movement The high Renaissance

Jacopo Carucci

Italy Florence

Madonna del libro

oil on panel

Mannerist

Work Shop of Jusepe deRibera

Saint Bartholomew

1651

oil on canvass

I went to the Yale Gallery to focus on one piece but it's no longer there however i ran ran across som excellent artwork.

Jacopo Tineretto

Italian, Venice

Portriat of A Man

Oil on Canvass

StyLe:Mannerism and the Late Sixten Century

Well, I had the chance to visit the Florence Griswold Museum this past Saturday. It was a terrific experience. This was my first time visiting an art museum. I must say, I am looking forward to my next museum visit on Saturday. I am about to write about my experience as well as attempt to post pictures.

Greetings Everyone

My name is Kim Zarra and I am a transfer student from the New Dimensions Program to ADP for one of my elective courses. I work full time at Yale University in the Provost Office. With a bit of difficulty that I have overcome with computer access I am happy to try my first attempt at blogging and join this experience. Apologies for the delay! Planning my museum visits have been quite challenging with a full time work schedule but most definately worth the effort!!

The first museum I will be attending this week is the Yale British Art Museum. I will be attending a lecture on Friday afternoon as part of my visit to the Museum.

The second museum for next week, if approved by Jerry, will be to the Portland Museum of Art in Maine. I will be spending a week in Bar Harbor with my granddaughter Gabrielle who is eight years old. She will be visiting the Museum with me as well as Acadia National park during her school vacation week. I am thrilled to see what her impressions will be!

The third museum for the first week in April will be The New Britian Museum of American Art which seems to be a place some of my friends have heard about, wanted to visit, but never was able to make it happen. What a lucky opportunity for them as I can make it happen for them. The museum visit will be part of our monthly friends get-together. Perhaps after the visit we will go to The Eastside Restaurant for dinner!!

The fourth museum for the second week in April will be The Atheneum in Hartford which hopefully my husband will be able to attend with me and we can have dinner at my favorite resturant Max Amore's and discuss our wonderful visit with a lovely gluten free dinner and glass of wine.

Then on to The Yale Art Gallery for the fifth museum during they third week of April.

For the last week in April I save the sixth and final visit for The Met in NYC and hope to make a wonderful weekend out of it with family and friends.

Cheers, Kim

Template for Writing Your Papers

Don't stress too much about writing your papers. I understand that this is probably your first class in academic art... This template will break it down for you and make the process go much easier...

1) Write one paragraph of your impressions of the day... set the scene.... Did you go alone? Who was with you? What were your first impressions upon arriving at the museum? Post 1 or 2 pictures... Write 1 paragraph.

2) Write a brief history of the museum itself. When was it built? Who was the architect? What style is the building? 1 paragraph.

3) Convey your general impression of the whole collection. Can you identify some of its strengths? Were there special exhibitions? 1 paragraph... 1 or 2 photos posted.

4) Choose 1 artist to focus on and specifically, one piece. Concentrate on this for the next 3 paragraphs. This artist and work should appeal to you personally.

-Begin with a description of the piece and artist's name. What medium (oil on canvas, marble, etc..) What size is it? When was it executed? (1 or 2 photos)
-Write a brief biography of the artist...
-What movement does the work fit into? (Impressionism, Surrealism,, etc... or period, Rococo, Baroque...) -What artist of work came before this piece that might have influenced the artist's vision? Name the movement.
-What work or movement followed?
Post detail shots (close up) of the work as well that support your impressions.
-Wrap up paragraph.... Total length about 750 words - 1,000 words... can go higher...

That's it... break it down like this and the paper should go smoothly

As a reminder, if you use any words written by someone else, set them off by italicizing them (highlight them and hit the "I" button in the editor). Cite where the source came from. You can copy the url and paste it under the quote if it came from an online source.

Most of all, have fun with this!

Hello everyone, my name is Gary Wilson and I'm a Philosophy and Religion student. I hope to complete my studies by December 2011. I'm usually on top of things but I got off to a late start secondary to much technical difficulties on campus Cruiser. I"ve alway appreciated art and I think this class will definitely lay the foundation and bring forth the knowledge that I lack. I know I'm week behind so, my plan is to start in New York City and work my way down to New Heaven Ct. I hope to enjoy this art experience!

Week 1 Assignment

I am planning on visiting the art museum in Old Lyme this weekend. I am taking my 10 year old daughter so it should be very interesting! I am really looking forward to experiencing all of the art museums. I'll be posting my blog by Monday.

Hi From Karizma!

This is a test - I hope I'm doing this right!!

Welcome to The Museum Experience!

Hello Everyone!

I want to welcome you to class and hope that you are getting geared up to begin a new Mod....

This online class is unlike any other offered at Albertus.  I have chosen to take the class off Campus Cruiser and use the powerful resources and the new power of Web 2.0 to make this a richer, easier and I hope more fun experience for you.

So here is what you need to succeed:

-The class syllabus... is hosted at my own domain.  I have numerous links for you to check out and images posted with it... something I can't do on Campus Cruiser.  Please check it out here

http://jnevins.com/museumsyllabus1.htm

This is actually the textbook for the class too as all of the questions I'd like you to consider and links to rich resources about writing about art and other helpful links are all here.

The Class Blog

or here... http://mod4museumexperience.blogspot.com/

Don't get scared...  Blogging is easy!  You need to create an account for yourself at gmail (a google company... they own blogger now)  I had Blogger send you an invitation to join the class blog... it was sent to your Albertus email acct .on campus cruiser.  Click on the link in the email inviting you to join!  This will take you to a page where you can create an account and automatically be linked to the class blog.    I created a short video on how to blog here

Check out the class blog from the summer Mod 5 museum class... here

You will get a sense how things will go and what's expected.  There are links to individual blogs on the right hand side near the top of the page.

By the end of the first week, I am expecting you to post a tentative list of museums and dates to this blog and to post a hello and short autobiography about yourself here as well.  That will get the ball rolling.

Above all, I want you to have fun with this class.  Take friends and family along with you.  Don't shortchange yourself... give yourself a day to visit and travel to each museum.... I want the experience to be so rich for you that you'll have no trouble writing and showing us about your visit.

if you have any problems or issues don't hesitate to get in touch with me...  I have office hours 4 days a week at Albertus... you can email me at jnevins@jnevins.com or Jnevins@albertus.edu  or phone me at home

Again, Welcome and let's have fun!

Jerry Nevins