Last Judgment- Sistine Chapel

Michelangelo's "Last Judgment" is a stunning piece of work. It's elaborate, captivating, incredibly extensive, and more than that, astounding despite the fact that he didn't want to do it. I love the message and graphic intent the piece holds; it's hopeful yet daunting. His attention to detail is spectacular and everything within it  conveys another story and element to the overall work; the more you look at it, the more you find to observe and admire.

In my opinion, it's unfortunate that they had clothes painted on them, despite how colorful the piece is because of it, which I can appreciate. Michelangelo painted them nude, and I think if that's how he painted them, that's how they should stay. However, I understand the reason. o.o...

Nowadays, such a massive piece with multiple elements would be considered or compared to as a mural. It embodies color, multiple characters, and tells a "story" of some sort. 

"Last Judgment", portrays a beautiful representation of what awaits us in the after life according to Christian beliefs, and is a truly remarkable piece. 

Intaglio- Demons Tormenting St. Anthony

Despite how interesting unicorns are, I decided to respond to Schongauer's Demons Tormenting St. Anthony. 

The first thing that captivated me about this piece was the exquisite attention to detail and how much it resembles a graphite piece. It really does look like it was hand drawn, and a well drawn piece at that, and what makes it more amazing is that it's not; it's actually an intaglio print...which means it was etched into metal...which is Crazy! 

On top of that, the piece is just awesome. I mean a swirling, demon vortex...Yeah. No, but seriously, it is very intriguing and it's symbolism is clear. I think everyone can relate to having demons and the feeling of being surrounded by them. This piece perfectly displays one's (St. Anthony's) consumptions, and at the same time (less relatable), the lack of fear for them. For St. Anthony looks unbothered by these monsters which pull at him; he actually looks quite calm. So, what I come away with from this piece is to not be afraid...to be strong among moments of anguish and troubling thoughts. Never surrender.  

Because hey, there's still pandas ^_^

I Simply Must Tell You...

One of my favorite artists: James Jean

Lotus War (Color) : Digital and Ink on Silk

Hello There

Well, here goes nothing. I've never blogged before and I never really thought about ever really starting, but it seems pretty fun. Hope this works out. ^_^