Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for Arts and Humanities

Common Professions and Occupations

• Accountant (Contable): A person whose job is to keep or inspect financial accounts.
• Architect (Arquitecto): A person who designs buildings.
• Astronomer (Astrónomo): A person who studies the moon, planets, stars, and the universe.
• Bricklayer (Albañil): A person trained or skilled in laying bricks.
• Butcher (Carnicero): One who kills animals and prepares the meat for food.
• Carpenter (Carpintero): A person who practices carpentry.
• Designer (Diseñador/a): A person whose job is to plan the form or structure of something.
• Dustman / Refuse Collector (Basurero): A person whose job is to collect domestic refuse.
• Engineer (Ingeniero/a): A person who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or public works.
• Factory Worker

Exam Review

Class #1: That's Entertainment!

"That's Entertainment!" – a 1974 film that got me hooked on the movies.

Brief background on the studio system: MGM, Warner Bros., Paramount, Universal, Columbia.

"Boy, do we need it now" was the slogan during the Vietnam War and Watergate.

It was the 50^th anniversary of MGM.

Road Show Picture: overtures, intermission, souvenir program.

Musical film: an original American art form.

"La La Land" drew inspiration from "Begin the Beguine," "Dancing in the Dark," and "American in Paris Ballet."

An era when movie stars could be singers and dancers, such as Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, and Judy Garland.

Esther Williams starred in "Aqua Musicals."

Blackface: an outgrowth of Minstrel Shows – more later.

Lena Horne and... Continue reading "Classic Hollywood Cinema: Musicals and Comedians" »

The fin-de-siècle:

It’s a period of English history which refers to the end of the 19^th Century until 1901.

Queen Victoria was crowned in 1837 and during the Victorian Age, England was a Country where repression was a common thing in everyday life. Repression against Homosexuality and sex in general was forbidden in literature and theatre.

In the Fin-de-siècle, which is a period which belongs to the Age of Modernism, there Is a reaction or rejection to Victorian values and they start to criticize the Repression and the Industrial world. (Aestheticism/Symbolism)

A very Important thing in the fin-de-siècle are the utopian works. The word utopia is Divided in two words u → no and topia → where. So one of the most important works of this period... Continue reading "caca" »

Filming

Continuity: ensuring that the details of a scene (e.g. hair style and length, clothing details, prop positions) match and make sense when moving from one shot to another.

Effective Media Relations Guidelines

• Identify which journalists are most relevant for which story.
• Read their articles or posts; it takes time, but it pays off.
• Distribute relevant information to the right people.
• Make the media your ally.
• Make journalists’ jobs easier by saving them time and effort. Always be available to provide them with the information they need, in the format they require.
• The media needs news, information, and fillers on a regular basis.
• The media is not interested in what you want. They are only interested in what their readers, listeners, or viewers want.
• Information must be aimed, adapted, and presented in a way that meets their needs and requirements, in their format.
• Establish person-to-person contact.
• Develop a personal

Portfolio

I believe the best way to organize my portfolio is by placing my strongest work at the beginning and end. This allows me to quickly highlight my best pieces to potential employers. I would also briefly explain each project, including the brand or assignment it was created for and the time it took to complete, without going into excessive detail. I think it's important to include pieces that represent me as a designer, allowing the interviewer to see my work style and assess its relevance to the position I'm applying for. I personally believe that having printed works is important because printing is a crucial aspect of graphic design. As a student without professional experience, I would emphasize my understanding of the necessary... Continue reading "Graphic Design Portfolio Tips and Insights" »

The Influence of Social Networks

Social Media's Role in Communication

Social networks are powerful tools for communication in our everyday lives, used by most people. They can enrich social connections, especially for those separated from family and friends by long distances. Moreover, these platforms allow teens to create online identities, communicate, and build social networks.

Shaping Opinions Online

However, social networks can also significantly influence our opinions, potentially changing our views on certain issues. This impact depends on the content we consume and the individuals with whom we interact.

Personal Perspective on Social Media Influence

Personally, social networks do not significantly sway my opinions, as I have always held clear... Continue reading "Digital Connections, Media Impact, and Unforgettable Concerts" »

Types of Advertising

Brand Advertising, Brand con't, Persuasive,

What is Persuasion Marketing?

Persuasion marketing applies what we know about human psychology to develop techniques to market products or services.

Forms of Persuasion in Advertising:

• Negative Appeal
• Humor Appeal
• Sex Appeal
• Fear Appeal
• Comparative

Advertising forms:

• Testimonial
• Endorsement
• Problem Solving
• Scientific Ad
• Demonstration Ad
• Life-Style Ad
• Bandwagon

Used Advertising Techniques in Visual Marketing:

• Color psychology
• Composition
• Rule of thirds
• Focal point
• Visual path
• Typography
• Repetition
• Body language
• Direct gaze
• Three cuarte gaze

Middle Ages and the Dawn of the Renaissance

The Middle Ages preceded the Renaissance.

Humanism

• Life didn't have to be all work.
• Humans could enjoy comforts.

Utopia: Definition and Origin

An ideally perfect place; an impractical idealistic scheme. The term originates from two Greek words: ou ("not") and topos ("place"), meaning "nowhere." The word was coined by Thomas More in 1516 when he wrote a book titled Utopia.

Utopian Concepts

• A beautiful society with a generally pacifistic attitude.
• Poverty and misery are eliminated.
• Very few laws are necessary.
• Money is not necessary.
• People only perform work that they enjoy and which benefits the common good.

Varieties of Utopia

• Ecological Utopia: A traditional way of life that is more in harmony with nature; an organic way of life.
• Economic Utopia: An equal distribution of goods, frequently with the total abolition of money. Citizens only do work they enjoy and