… men that history has produced. His contributions in the areas of art, science, and humanity are still among the most important that a single man has put forth, definitely making his a life worth knowing. Da Vinci, born on April 15,…

… energy of falling water into electricity. Of the world's electricity, 15% is produced in this fashion (Baird, Stuart. http://www.iclei.org/efacts/hydroele.htm, 07/09/00). In 1996 the demand for electricity in developing Asia was rising at 8% a year…

… are the fact of dancing for two weeks straight. The chance to be able to express myself in my dancing compels me to audition for this institute. My three favorite artists, Maria Tallchief, Anna Pavlova, and Leonide Massine inspire me to…

… artistic expression, I was lacking immensely. In a sense, I was a very secretive and emotionless artist, which made it easy for me to draw, photograph, or write about a given topic that I didn’t necessarily have feelings for, but at the same…

… the three Magi approaching the baby Jesus and the Virgin Mary. However, there is much more to it than just this familiar scene from Judeo-Christian lore. When approaching this painting in order to analyze it iconographically, it is necessary to…

… Try to parallel this with the diminishing sense of order on the island and the boys’ gradual embracing of Jack’s savagery. What is the true nature of the beast on the island that Simon in unable to verbally define? In the novel, there are many…

… Egyptian and Greek Ages Animals have a huge influence in art throughout history and have been represented in many ways. Some representations have been very realistic with much detail while other depictions seem to tell a myth with their…

… on many of my own observations and does not reflect the opionions of any particular person/persons, organization, group,etc. This essay was created from personal introspection and by observing different forms of media I lead a discussion group for…

… large role in the expression of inner thoughts and beauty in life. From dance and music to art the concept of life is shown through the various ways in which we interpret it. The arts play a valued role in creating cultures and developing and documenting…

… the growing changes in costumes and dress throughout history. Why do people dress the way they do and what are the motivating and inspirational meanings behind them? Many of these changes center around personal preferences based on the color, size,…