For as long as I can remember I have always been fascinated by science-fiction. Works of art that open our eyes to new visual sensations. That is why I am interested in utilizing the theme of invention and fantasy. My favorite way to use this theme is to create an adversary to humanity as a whole. A powerful being that challenges us as humans to unite, adapt, and overcome. With the theme of Invention and Fantasy you are able to create all powerful conflicts that cannot be found on Earth. This is able to heighten the tension and fear of failure. There is also a sense of mystery added to the threat which creates suspense. Some of my favorite movies involving this theme are Terminator, Predator, Star Wars, Blade Runner, and Stranger Things. Not all of these great movies contain a seemingly unstoppable adversary, but instead a conflict of another kind. for instance, in Blade Runner the conflict is an internal question that Deckard struggles with throughout the entire film. This question is what it means to be truly human. This is one of the questions posed by another theme of art that happens to be of interest to me which is Looking Inward: The Human Experience. With this theme you are able to explore internal struggles like the one from Blade Runner. We as a society all go through similar struggles with emotions and questions related to our lives. Through the use of this theme you are able to create three dimensional characters who your audience can relate to. By doing this your audience will grow to love and hate certain characters in your story. Connecting and relating to the audience is one of the most important things a film can do in my opinion. Film is generally seen as a source of entertainment but it can do so much more if used correctly.
Text and Image in Art Arguably the most mainstream principal of postmodern art, text and image can be seen everywhere, literally. This principal reaches far and wide into almost every medium of communication whether that be politics, advertising, or entertainment (memes). Of all of the principals of postmodernism, text and image might just be the easiest to implement. All you need to do is take some form of art and somehow implement texts onto the work. However simple it may be, text and image is also very effective. The effectiveness of text and image is also why its used so commonly. If you want to send a message, simply attract an audience with the artwork and place your message on top of it. The audience will be sure to see your message as well as your art. Shepard Fairey - Background Shepard Fairey was born on February 15, 1970 in Charleston, South Carolina. Fairey graduated from Idyllwild Arts Academy in Palm Springs, California in 1988. He acquired his B...
Comments
Post a Comment