I call it the Sauce-2-Go. Basically a gauntlet that holds a variety of dipping sauces. It's easy to clean and the like, and the cups are rotatable if you want to wear it on either arm.
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Useless Product
I call it the Sauce-2-Go. Basically a gauntlet that holds a variety of dipping sauces. It's easy to clean and the like, and the cups are rotatable if you want to wear it on either arm.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Monday, December 8, 2014
William Tell Game
I may have failed to mention this, but early in the year, we reviewed the extraordinary histories of opera and videogames, and were asked to come up with an idea for a videogame based on an opera. Jumping at the chance, I decided on William Tell, based on the opera and folk tale of the same name.
It's an age-old story that many can enjoy, of the eponymous crossbow-wielding hero and his quest to free medieval Switzerland from a tyrannical governor. And now, it can be yours to play in the comfort of your living room (or watch someone else play online if you're super-cheap...).
The story of the game would stay close to Rossini's opera, with gameplay along the lines of an open-world action-adventure title (all the rage nowadays). Players carry out missions as William Tell, but will occasionally step into the shoes of his ally, Arnold Melcthal. Combat is in the mold of Assassin's Creed and Batman: Arkham, but also has an emphasis on sniping, as Tell is a master of the crossbow.
Aside from the Swiss wilderness, the towns of Burglen, Altdorf and Lucerne act as hubs in the game, each with its own unique atmosphere. Side-quests can be found here, along with various shops that sell weapons, costumes and upgrades.
As for a developer, I alone can't build this world, so I thought of asking the good people of Ubisoft, despite the game idea being a mash-up of Assassin's Creed and the recent hit Far Cry 4.
It's an age-old story that many can enjoy, of the eponymous crossbow-wielding hero and his quest to free medieval Switzerland from a tyrannical governor. And now, it can be yours to play in the comfort of your living room (or watch someone else play online if you're super-cheap...).
The story of the game would stay close to Rossini's opera, with gameplay along the lines of an open-world action-adventure title (all the rage nowadays). Players carry out missions as William Tell, but will occasionally step into the shoes of his ally, Arnold Melcthal. Combat is in the mold of Assassin's Creed and Batman: Arkham, but also has an emphasis on sniping, as Tell is a master of the crossbow.
Aside from the Swiss wilderness, the towns of Burglen, Altdorf and Lucerne act as hubs in the game, each with its own unique atmosphere. Side-quests can be found here, along with various shops that sell weapons, costumes and upgrades.
As for a developer, I alone can't build this world, so I thought of asking the good people of Ubisoft, despite the game idea being a mash-up of Assassin's Creed and the recent hit Far Cry 4.
Monday, December 1, 2014
A Dali Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving this year was not bad at all. I suppose one of the few perks of living in a divorced family is you get to celebrate the holidays twice. That was certainly the case at my mother's place. A week before dinner and the parade in NY, we went with Mrs. Stack (her boyfriend's mom) to visit an exhibition at the Dali museum in St. Petersburg.
In addition to Salvador's works, there were also several guest pieces by Pablo Picasso. The masters of surrealism and cubism both hailed from Spain, had become fast friends in Paris (then the capital of the art world), and were equally famous contemporaries in life. Where Dali dived deep into the craziest corners of subconscious, Picasso exaggerated anything and everything by painting them in his trademark fusion of 2D and 3. As expected, each painting was a marvel all its own. Dali's atomic love letter Disintegration of the Persistence of Memory clashed with preliminary sketches of Guernica, Pablo's famous reaction to the insanity of war. Despite being two of the greatest artists of the last century (perhaps all time), neither could match up to the greatest painter straight outta Spain, Diego Velasquez. Even so, I was very amused at Picasso's rendition of Princess Margarita from Las Meninas.
The night was made complete by a stand-up show featuring mom's boyfriend.
Good thing we visited before Thanksgiving. If I had seen the rest of Salvador's work, I'd lose more than just lunch... ;)
In addition to Salvador's works, there were also several guest pieces by Pablo Picasso. The masters of surrealism and cubism both hailed from Spain, had become fast friends in Paris (then the capital of the art world), and were equally famous contemporaries in life. Where Dali dived deep into the craziest corners of subconscious, Picasso exaggerated anything and everything by painting them in his trademark fusion of 2D and 3. As expected, each painting was a marvel all its own. Dali's atomic love letter Disintegration of the Persistence of Memory clashed with preliminary sketches of Guernica, Pablo's famous reaction to the insanity of war. Despite being two of the greatest artists of the last century (perhaps all time), neither could match up to the greatest painter straight outta Spain, Diego Velasquez. Even so, I was very amused at Picasso's rendition of Princess Margarita from Las Meninas.
The night was made complete by a stand-up show featuring mom's boyfriend.
Good thing we visited before Thanksgiving. If I had seen the rest of Salvador's work, I'd lose more than just lunch... ;)
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Monday, November 10, 2014
3D Object
Took some time, but I finally have pix of my box. Inspired by Ferguson, and a few other things...
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
In The Club w/ Performance Art
If there's one thing I've learned while majoring in art, it's that there's all kinds of it. In fact, it's a whole lot more than just paint on a canvas. Art is any thing that allows human beings to freely express themselves, and according to our latest round of Art + Tech, some have chosen to do so through an unusual, yet entertaining medium. Dance.
Perhaps dating back to prehistoric times, people have loved to dance. Nowadays, it's still one of the most common ways of nonviolent self-expression around, and a staple of Performance Art.
While the Western world has ballet and generally "getting crunk," over in the East is a different story.
Of the videos we watched, the one I liked most was the performance by Kagemu. The show combines traditional Japanese imagery with digital displays, brilliant plays on light vs. dark, and fast-paced martial arts awesomeness. Another favorite was Ko Murobushi performing a traditional butoh dance in little more than a loincloth. His appearance reminded me of a handsome Gollum, with none of the lust for magic jewelry.
All I can say for certain is, thanks to modern technology (i.e. computers), this age-old art form is getting a brand new facelift...
Perhaps dating back to prehistoric times, people have loved to dance. Nowadays, it's still one of the most common ways of nonviolent self-expression around, and a staple of Performance Art.
While the Western world has ballet and generally "getting crunk," over in the East is a different story.
Of the videos we watched, the one I liked most was the performance by Kagemu. The show combines traditional Japanese imagery with digital displays, brilliant plays on light vs. dark, and fast-paced martial arts awesomeness. Another favorite was Ko Murobushi performing a traditional butoh dance in little more than a loincloth. His appearance reminded me of a handsome Gollum, with none of the lust for magic jewelry.
All I can say for certain is, thanks to modern technology (i.e. computers), this age-old art form is getting a brand new facelift...
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Sunday, October 5, 2014
Keeping an Ai on Alcatraz
There can be no arguing that Ai Weiwei is one of the most popular, yet controversial (in China, at least) figures in the world of art. And now, his work criticizing the never-ending clash between Freedom and Security is being put on display right here in America, at that most infamous of prisons, Alcatraz island, San Francisco.
Even though it is old news at this point, Ai's latest work left a profound impression on yours truly once I had heard about it. Right from the start, the man has been openly critical of the Chinese government's constant violation of human rights, so much so he has been placed under house arrest for quite some time. Despite the artist's confinement and subsequent inability to attend his own show, I found the photographs of the event to be thought-provoking, and a sight to beheld.
According to an article by NPR, the exhibit (lasting from now until next April) begins when an elegant dragon, dubbed With Wind, snakes through the halls of the prison, greeting visitors while giving them a taste of what to expect. Much of the works make references to actual prisoners, both literally and figurative. In Trace, for instance, a collection of over one hundred LEGO portraits litter the floor, people that Ai describes as "prisoners of conscience" (Kim, 2014). Of course, it's not all image. Audio recordings fill another part of the prison in Illumination, bringing us the voices of different oppressed groups, namely Tibetan monks and our very own Hopi tribe, imprisoned for their children's sake, or simply being themselves.
From its beautiful beginning to the satisfying conclusion, Ai Weiwei's @Large is certainly something to watch. In the endless quest to find the balance between freedom and security, the artist himself is still going hard in the paint, even behind bars and closed doors.
The article: http://www.npr.org/2014/09/27/351917730/confined-in-beijing-ai-weiwei-directs-alcatraz-exhibit-from-afar
Even though it is old news at this point, Ai's latest work left a profound impression on yours truly once I had heard about it. Right from the start, the man has been openly critical of the Chinese government's constant violation of human rights, so much so he has been placed under house arrest for quite some time. Despite the artist's confinement and subsequent inability to attend his own show, I found the photographs of the event to be thought-provoking, and a sight to beheld.
According to an article by NPR, the exhibit (lasting from now until next April) begins when an elegant dragon, dubbed With Wind, snakes through the halls of the prison, greeting visitors while giving them a taste of what to expect. Much of the works make references to actual prisoners, both literally and figurative. In Trace, for instance, a collection of over one hundred LEGO portraits litter the floor, people that Ai describes as "prisoners of conscience" (Kim, 2014). Of course, it's not all image. Audio recordings fill another part of the prison in Illumination, bringing us the voices of different oppressed groups, namely Tibetan monks and our very own Hopi tribe, imprisoned for their children's sake, or simply being themselves.
From its beautiful beginning to the satisfying conclusion, Ai Weiwei's @Large is certainly something to watch. In the endless quest to find the balance between freedom and security, the artist himself is still going hard in the paint, even behind bars and closed doors.
The article: http://www.npr.org/2014/09/27/351917730/confined-in-beijing-ai-weiwei-directs-alcatraz-exhibit-from-afar
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Attack of the Killer Dating Sim (a Gravity Falls review)
For a series chock full of secrets, it's no secret at all that I enjoy Gravity Falls.
Besides a great excuse to watch Disney Channel and Disney XD (not laughing), I have to admit, this animated romp from the mind of Alex Hirsch is a modern masterpiece. The show focuses on the adventures of twins Dipper and Mabel Pines, who spend the summer at their great uncle (Grunkle) Stan's tourist trap in the eponymous, mysterious town. From the first few minutes onward, it's clear something strange is going on here, and each episode is a different dive into the supernatural for Dipper and his sister.
So far, the series has been pretty spectacular. However, despite Disney's invention and mastery of the ink and paint style, the second season has been kinda slow, but enjoyable nonetheless. And that brings me to the latest episode of Season 2, "Soos and the Real Girl."
[Spoilers!]
Instead of just the twins this time, the plot of the episode focuses on Soos, one of the hired hands at Stan's Mystery Shack, as he tries to get a girlfriend before his cousin gets married. Following many failed attempts with the ladies, Soos opts for the quick and lazy path and buys a Japanese dating simulator featuring a cute anime girl named Giffany (voiced by the Flame Princess herself, Jessica DiCicco). At first, he's hooked and can't stop thinking about her, but after asking out a real flesh-and-blood woman named Melody, things get complicated for Soos when Giffany reveals an obsessive-possessive side to herself and he has to make a tough decision between real love and the alternative.
Without giving the rest away (pop culture references included), I absolutely enjoyed this episode as much as the ones before it. To be honest, though, it felt like they were drifting into South Park territory by poking fun at something wrong with society to an outlandish degree (in this case, obsession with dating simulators and videogames in general). Even so, I still found it fun to watch. The story's engaging, the characters memorable, the animation is fluid, and every scene is beautifully colored and detailed. I'm not sure how they recreated the classic 8-bit style for the episode's villain (a homicidal parody of Japanese dating sims), but give 'em points for effort.
Not sure when the next one is coming out, but I'll be waiting patiently. In the meantime, if you like mystery, adventure, and humor on the side, then Gravity Falls is one show I recommend checking out...
Besides a great excuse to watch Disney Channel and Disney XD (not laughing), I have to admit, this animated romp from the mind of Alex Hirsch is a modern masterpiece. The show focuses on the adventures of twins Dipper and Mabel Pines, who spend the summer at their great uncle (Grunkle) Stan's tourist trap in the eponymous, mysterious town. From the first few minutes onward, it's clear something strange is going on here, and each episode is a different dive into the supernatural for Dipper and his sister.
So far, the series has been pretty spectacular. However, despite Disney's invention and mastery of the ink and paint style, the second season has been kinda slow, but enjoyable nonetheless. And that brings me to the latest episode of Season 2, "Soos and the Real Girl."
[Spoilers!]
Instead of just the twins this time, the plot of the episode focuses on Soos, one of the hired hands at Stan's Mystery Shack, as he tries to get a girlfriend before his cousin gets married. Following many failed attempts with the ladies, Soos opts for the quick and lazy path and buys a Japanese dating simulator featuring a cute anime girl named Giffany (voiced by the Flame Princess herself, Jessica DiCicco). At first, he's hooked and can't stop thinking about her, but after asking out a real flesh-and-blood woman named Melody, things get complicated for Soos when Giffany reveals an obsessive-possessive side to herself and he has to make a tough decision between real love and the alternative.
Without giving the rest away (pop culture references included), I absolutely enjoyed this episode as much as the ones before it. To be honest, though, it felt like they were drifting into South Park territory by poking fun at something wrong with society to an outlandish degree (in this case, obsession with dating simulators and videogames in general). Even so, I still found it fun to watch. The story's engaging, the characters memorable, the animation is fluid, and every scene is beautifully colored and detailed. I'm not sure how they recreated the classic 8-bit style for the episode's villain (a homicidal parody of Japanese dating sims), but give 'em points for effort.
Not sure when the next one is coming out, but I'll be waiting patiently. In the meantime, if you like mystery, adventure, and humor on the side, then Gravity Falls is one show I recommend checking out...
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Madame Butterfly
Quite recently, I had the pleasure of watching an animated short based on Puccini's popular opera, Madame Butterfly.
It should be noted that opera sometimes draws inspiration from current events, recent or not. At the time the opera and the novel it's based on were written, imperialism was at its peak, and both Japan and the US were quickly becoming major players on the world stage. The former had modernized its military and was looking to become an empire, while America had acquired Puerto Rico and the Philippines following the Spanish-American War. As if on cue, Puccini probably heard about these events and threw in his two cents on the subject, creating a dramatic but tragic tale about two different cultures coming together.
(Warning! Spoilers ahead!)
Set in Nagasaki at the turn of the last century, the story focuses on a geisha named Cio-Cio San (her name literally means "butterfly" in Japanese), who marries an American naval lieutenant named Pinkerton. Things get complicated, however, when Pinkerton leaves shortly after the ceremony and Butterfly becomes the mother of his child. About three years later, he returns with a new American wife and a kid from every continent (sound familiar?), and wants to adopt Butterfly's as his own. And so, with the only other light in her life gone, Butterfly walks off into another room and kills herself (or in this case, disassembles herself).
And that was the short in a nutshell. The story is mostly the same, but after reading the plot of the actual opera, I must confess, it's somewhat different. In the original, she gives birth to a son, not a daughter. Before offing herself, she even wishes him a heartfelt goodbye and blindfolds the boy to avoid scarring him for life. My other main complaint is the Pinkerton character. In the opera, he's a little more sympathetic, realizing the error of his ways and trying to stop Butterfly from killing herself at the last minute. In the short, however, the smiling douche (pardon) just yanks the kid away without hesitation and leaves Butterfly to her fate. Maybe the lack of sympathy has something to do with the stop-motion style (which kind of reminded me of Wallace & Gromit), but maybe that's what they intended. As I've said before, it's a very tragic tale. Perhaps the message is that love knows no boundaries, and the consequences that come with both transcending those boundaries or just being shortsighted about them.
Differences aside, I still enjoyed the adaptation. If the actual opera comes to town, I'd highly recommend Puccini's masterpiece of love and loss.
It should be noted that opera sometimes draws inspiration from current events, recent or not. At the time the opera and the novel it's based on were written, imperialism was at its peak, and both Japan and the US were quickly becoming major players on the world stage. The former had modernized its military and was looking to become an empire, while America had acquired Puerto Rico and the Philippines following the Spanish-American War. As if on cue, Puccini probably heard about these events and threw in his two cents on the subject, creating a dramatic but tragic tale about two different cultures coming together.
(Warning! Spoilers ahead!)
Set in Nagasaki at the turn of the last century, the story focuses on a geisha named Cio-Cio San (her name literally means "butterfly" in Japanese), who marries an American naval lieutenant named Pinkerton. Things get complicated, however, when Pinkerton leaves shortly after the ceremony and Butterfly becomes the mother of his child. About three years later, he returns with a new American wife and a kid from every continent (sound familiar?), and wants to adopt Butterfly's as his own. And so, with the only other light in her life gone, Butterfly walks off into another room and kills herself (or in this case, disassembles herself).
And that was the short in a nutshell. The story is mostly the same, but after reading the plot of the actual opera, I must confess, it's somewhat different. In the original, she gives birth to a son, not a daughter. Before offing herself, she even wishes him a heartfelt goodbye and blindfolds the boy to avoid scarring him for life. My other main complaint is the Pinkerton character. In the opera, he's a little more sympathetic, realizing the error of his ways and trying to stop Butterfly from killing herself at the last minute. In the short, however, the smiling douche (pardon) just yanks the kid away without hesitation and leaves Butterfly to her fate. Maybe the lack of sympathy has something to do with the stop-motion style (which kind of reminded me of Wallace & Gromit), but maybe that's what they intended. As I've said before, it's a very tragic tale. Perhaps the message is that love knows no boundaries, and the consequences that come with both transcending those boundaries or just being shortsighted about them.
Differences aside, I still enjoyed the adaptation. If the actual opera comes to town, I'd highly recommend Puccini's masterpiece of love and loss.
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
The Voice of Change
Wars are fought with deception, but also information. Our world is adrift in a sea of media, from books to nightly news, to television. However, of every form of media and information it brings, few have had a greater impact on politics and the course of history than that special blend of dialogue and song, Opera.
A staple of Western music, opera was born and raised in Renaissance Italy, as a new form of entertainment by a group of Venetian artists dubbed the Camerata. One of their members, Jacopo Peri, wrote and developed what many believe to be the first opera, Dafne, as a revival of anicent Greek drama. The word "opera" means work in Italian, yet despite all efforts, the world's first opera has been lost to history.
Since its inception, opera has not only been used as a form of entertainment, but also a vehicle of revolution, and a means of both political and social commentary. Mozart's Marriage of Figaro made fun of the nobility at a time when Europe was on the brink of violent revolt. Fidelio, Beethoven's only opera, was largely inspired by unjust imprisonment before and during the French Revolution.
Unfortunately, not all change can be good. Wagner, whose works tell great epics of Norse gods, was largely anti-semitic. As a consequence, the Nazi party chose his hit song "Ride of the Valkyries" as their theme music.
In spite of this, opera and politics are heavily intertwined, and likely bound to stay that way. If the AK is the weapon of revolution, then opera is the voice.
A staple of Western music, opera was born and raised in Renaissance Italy, as a new form of entertainment by a group of Venetian artists dubbed the Camerata. One of their members, Jacopo Peri, wrote and developed what many believe to be the first opera, Dafne, as a revival of anicent Greek drama. The word "opera" means work in Italian, yet despite all efforts, the world's first opera has been lost to history.
Since its inception, opera has not only been used as a form of entertainment, but also a vehicle of revolution, and a means of both political and social commentary. Mozart's Marriage of Figaro made fun of the nobility at a time when Europe was on the brink of violent revolt. Fidelio, Beethoven's only opera, was largely inspired by unjust imprisonment before and during the French Revolution.
Unfortunately, not all change can be good. Wagner, whose works tell great epics of Norse gods, was largely anti-semitic. As a consequence, the Nazi party chose his hit song "Ride of the Valkyries" as their theme music.
In spite of this, opera and politics are heavily intertwined, and likely bound to stay that way. If the AK is the weapon of revolution, then opera is the voice.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Cuero on Creativity
While I may have failed to find information on Delgado, Raul Cuero was less than difficult. Cuero was born in Colombia in 1948, growing up in a largely impoverished household. Overcoming prejudice while playing basketball, he accepted an opportunity in America and is now a successful microbiologist, using intellect and creativity to invent over 9 applications, such as a product for cleaning oil spills or containing harmful bacteria.
When it comes to creativity, Dr. Cuero says that environment, ethnicity, and IQ are irrelevant. All that matters are having a universal consciousness (ignoring how others see you based on local attitudes), along with keeping an open mind about nature and the outside world. Inspiration can come from anything, not just a computer. Ideas come from conversation, and the best ones happen face-to-face, not phone-to-phone.
There is much wisdom from Dr. Cuero that can be used in the everyday. Staying true to yourself and not letting the world decide who you are is one thing. Another is keeping an open mind about one's surroundings, an appreciation for the natural world, and unending passion for what you want to get out of life.
Everything is a process. The only question is, do you have the will to do it?
When it comes to creativity, Dr. Cuero says that environment, ethnicity, and IQ are irrelevant. All that matters are having a universal consciousness (ignoring how others see you based on local attitudes), along with keeping an open mind about nature and the outside world. Inspiration can come from anything, not just a computer. Ideas come from conversation, and the best ones happen face-to-face, not phone-to-phone.
There is much wisdom from Dr. Cuero that can be used in the everyday. Staying true to yourself and not letting the world decide who you are is one thing. Another is keeping an open mind about one's surroundings, an appreciation for the natural world, and unending passion for what you want to get out of life.
Everything is a process. The only question is, do you have the will to do it?
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Constants and Variables
I only recently started attending Art & Technology, but already, I see it as a series of Constants and Variables (Things that are similar in some ways, but different in others). Case in point? Bioshock on the iPhone and iPad.
Seven years ago, one of the greatest videogames of a generation (perhaps all time) was released for PC and console, plunging players into the failed objectivist utopia known as Rapture and forcing them to make tough decisions in order to survive and escape. Now, roughly seven years later, it's available in the App store, for the high price of $15.
I've played Bioshock more than once on two different consoles (Xbox 360 the first few rounds, and PlayStation 3 for the Ultimate Rapture Edition), but honestly, the iOS version on my new iPhone is more-or-less different. In terms of plot and gameplay, it's a faithful rendition. However, the graphics have been slightly watered down (no pun intended), and unless you have a wireless controller, the iPhone/iPad's touch controls make the game's signature combat somewhat difficult, especially on hard.
In spite of these flaws, it's still the same great game it was on console and computer. As a casual/hardcore gamer myself, it's one title I highly recommend, on the go, or at home.
Now, if only they could release the original Half-Life on iPhone/iPad (still waiting for #3)...
Seven years ago, one of the greatest videogames of a generation (perhaps all time) was released for PC and console, plunging players into the failed objectivist utopia known as Rapture and forcing them to make tough decisions in order to survive and escape. Now, roughly seven years later, it's available in the App store, for the high price of $15.
I've played Bioshock more than once on two different consoles (Xbox 360 the first few rounds, and PlayStation 3 for the Ultimate Rapture Edition), but honestly, the iOS version on my new iPhone is more-or-less different. In terms of plot and gameplay, it's a faithful rendition. However, the graphics have been slightly watered down (no pun intended), and unless you have a wireless controller, the iPhone/iPad's touch controls make the game's signature combat somewhat difficult, especially on hard.
In spite of these flaws, it's still the same great game it was on console and computer. As a casual/hardcore gamer myself, it's one title I highly recommend, on the go, or at home.
Now, if only they could release the original Half-Life on iPhone/iPad (still waiting for #3)...
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Amulet is Awesome
I recently received a copy of the latest installment of Kazu Kibuishi's incredible graphic novel series, Amulet, and like the previous volumes, it never ceases to amaze. Without giving too much away, the series revolves around a girl named Emily. Following the death of her father in a car accident, Emily moves with her mother and younger brother to an old house formerly owned by her great-grandfather. Upon arrival, she discovers the eponymous amulet, a monster kidnaps her mom, and saving private mother means venturing into an alternate world populated by all manner of strange creatures and machines.
The style is cartoony and undoubtedly anime-influenced, but from the first page onward, Kazu's backgrounds and depiction of main setting Alledia are a sight to behold. Every page is drawn by Kibuishi himself, then colored and shaded in Adobe Photoshop, bringing to life an unforgettable adventure.
To sum things up, Amulet is one heck of a ride, one I recommend to any fan of fantasy or fiction. The story is great, the characters are memorable, and the setting is just breathtaking. In the pantheon of modern epics, from Star Wars to Avatar: The Last Airbender, it deserves a place of honor.
Trailer for the series leading up to book 4 (Warning! Light spoilers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL7QSBT9GNQ&feature=youtu.be
The style is cartoony and undoubtedly anime-influenced, but from the first page onward, Kazu's backgrounds and depiction of main setting Alledia are a sight to behold. Every page is drawn by Kibuishi himself, then colored and shaded in Adobe Photoshop, bringing to life an unforgettable adventure.
To sum things up, Amulet is one heck of a ride, one I recommend to any fan of fantasy or fiction. The story is great, the characters are memorable, and the setting is just breathtaking. In the pantheon of modern epics, from Star Wars to Avatar: The Last Airbender, it deserves a place of honor.
Trailer for the series leading up to book 4 (Warning! Light spoilers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL7QSBT9GNQ&feature=youtu.be
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
From the Bottom
I'm still a bit new to this, but I'll give it a shot...
My name is Ben Hopkins, and my teacher at the University of Tampa asked me to create a blog for one of my classes. It's going to involve anything I come across art-related. Technology, too. Whatever awaits, I'd be more than willing to tell you.
T.T.F.N.
My name is Ben Hopkins, and my teacher at the University of Tampa asked me to create a blog for one of my classes. It's going to involve anything I come across art-related. Technology, too. Whatever awaits, I'd be more than willing to tell you.
T.T.F.N.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)