AED 200 Reflection

1.      What were you expectations for this course and where they met?

After looking at my first post my original expectation was to become more knowledgeable about art.  After this course has ended I realize I’ve learned more than I ever thought I would. I learned about specific movements in art, the elements and principles of art, and how to critique art pieces. I feel that I know a lot more about art in general and have a better understanding of it. If in the beginning you asked me what the elements and principles of art were…I would say I have no clue. Now I can name them all and give specific examples to go along with it.

2.      Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your initial posting?

In my first post I had said art is pieces that express a deeper meaning.  I said I would define it as an outlet to express feelings, emotions and stories.  After reading my original thought, I still stand by how I defined art. Art in my opinion is everything you personally think it is. When I did the curator project I viewed pieces that have been seen by thousands, but I had my own personal feeling and thoughts. Art pulls out these individual feelings which are their intended purpose.

3.      Who was your favorite artist in your original posting and who is your favorite visual artist now? If there is a difference, why do you think so? If you have the same favorite artist, why do you think so?

In my original post I hadn’t picked a favorite visual artist because I didn’t know enough about any to make that decision. Now that I have went through this course my appreciation for Leonardo da Vinci as an artist has grown because he was so much more than what I originally knew. He was not only a famous painter, but a master sculptor, architect, musician, scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, and writer.

4.      Now that you've completed this course, how do you feel about taking an online course? Is your answer the same as it was in your first posting? How is it the same or different?

After completing this course I feel the same about online courses.  I personally love taking online courses. I have taken several online classes and loved the freedom they allowed. I find that in school classes have more room for distraction. I tend to do a lot better with online classes because they are clear with what has to be done and has deadlines noted. I really feel that I learn more from online classes and truly enjoy taking them.