Introduction to Carlos Castaneda's life and art.

  The Romantic Era: Preferences and Perspective Realism vs Art Nouveau The Romantic era depicted many different styles, realism is one of my favorite styles.  Realism emerged as a reaction to the Romantic movement, focusing on depicting the world as it is, without idealization or romanticism. Realism rejected the fantastical and exaggerated elements often seen in romantic art and literature, aiming to portray ordinary life and people realistically. While realism was a separate movement from romanticism, it was influenced by the romantic emphasis on emotion and individual experiences, leading to a more nuanced and complex portrayal of human life and society. On the other hand, Art Nouveau is my least favorite. It was considered more of a decorative art movement that embraced organic forms inspired by nature. It aimed to breakaway from historical styles and create a new modern aesthetic. This style was more focused on design, decoration, and craftsmanship rather than the emotion...

Classical Era and the Art of the American Revolution  During the 1700's, this period is known as the age of Enlightenment, various art movements emerged but it was a very important time for the United Colonies of North America or later known as the United States of America as it fought for its independence. Many artists captured many great moments but non-greater then The Battle of Bunker's Hill painted by John Trumbull. I chose this painting because it is one of the earliest and most renowned historical paintings in American art.  The painting by Trumbull captures a pivotal moment in the American Revolutionary War, which showcased General Joseph Warren's death during the battle of Bunker Hill.  This painting not only commemorates a significant event in American history but also reflects the growing interest in historical and patriotic themes in American art. John Trumbull was in the colonial army camp at Roxbury, Massachusetts on 17 June, 1775. He watched the battle unfo...