1. I chose the Cataclysm: The Black Death Visits Tuscany video because it seemed relatable to what is happening in our world currently with the COVID- 19 virus.
2. I learned about the plague known as the black death that swept across central Italy during a time that was looking good and achieving peace. In 1340 the economy began to collapse and it wasn't long after when the black death showed up and took out almost half of the population. The plague was a new outbreak that was thought to have come from China and transported or carried by mosquitos and rats. This plague was highly contagious and very dangerous, often fatal. Villagers were already in a weakened state of mind, physically and mentally when the plague struck, causing many to lose their lives. Parents were burying their children, living in pure fear. During this time, if they went outside they would see nothing but dead bodies and sick people being carried around. The plague had an enormous impact on the economy as well as a scarcity for food, since people who were supplying food, such as farmers, were sickly and dying.
3. The video related to the readings because the Renaissance came after the black plague. After the black plague was gone things began to look up. Life after death also became important which contributed to the Renaissance era because they took the chance to rebuild.
4. In my opinion, the film was actually interesting considering how I feel about what is going on with the COVID- 19 virus. Although it may not be as serious as the black death, there are many relatable things that took place then and now. People are dying, economies are crashing, and people are fearful. The video added depth to the readings and art concept because when horrible things happen, especially death, we look to something or someone for guidance. For many, churches and monuments are where we go to make peace and pray for better times. Art is very influential throughout churches and hard times and has a huge effect on the population.
1. I also chose the Florence: Heart of the Renaissance video. This was because of the great influence of art on the Renaissance.
2. I learned that Florence is known for its great works of art. The statue named David was known as the Renaissance Man who encouraged it's people. The Renaissance was the beginning of many things, but realism and humanism emerged during this time. Artist would emphasize certain areas of the body to make a point or to tell a story. Art defined the first century of the Renaissance and the architecture showed this throughout the era. Another thing I learned about was the Baptist church that was created during medieval times where only those who were baptized were allowed to enter. There was a hole in the top of the church for a long time because the technology was not advanced enough to create what they had envisioned. Once the Renaissance emerged so did the dome that covered the top of the Baptist church, creating a staple piece throughout the world. The doors for this church took decades to create and gave a whole new dimension to art, known as depth. The doors also expressed virtuality and vanishing points, making it look more realistic. The Renaissance has influenced art and showed how art and science can work together to create grand beauty.
3. The video relates to the readings because of how proud and respectable the people of Florence were during the Renaissance. It makes sense why such beautiful buildings and works of arts emerged from the city state. Without the feelings of pride and individualism, humanism would have never emerged, which has been a huge influence on our art work in today's world.
4. In my opinion, the video was very factual and gave me a better understanding of the Renaissance. The video also helped to articulate how much art and the Renaissance period influenced each other. It is easier to understand when you actually see the works of art virtually rather than reading about them.
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