Paris
Just returned from a month in Paris. As you can imagine, I had an incredible time and saw a lot of wonderful art and architecture. As I have time to sort through the photos I will post some of the highlights. Those of you taking my classes will likely start seeing some of them in my lectures soon.
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Awesome Pictures! I have been to both those places as well. The Eiffel Tower is truly a work of art. Do you know how long it took to build?
I can answer that one. La Tour Eiffel was completed in 2 years, 2 months, and 5 days beginning January 26, 1887. It was designed by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel (who also worked on the Statue of Liberty) for the 1889 World's Fair. Interestingly enough, the French hated the tower and considered its modern style to be an eyesore in the city, and demanded its dismantling. It was set to be taken apart in 1909 but because of its communication abilities via its antenna, it was allowed to stay and eventually became the single most visited monument in the world.
The more I learn about these amazing art works and architectures through your astonishing lectures, the more I appreciate such wonderful works of art! And can’t stop but be awed and value the visual aesthetics all around the world!!I certainly am thankful for the fact, that I was able to be your student for this summer ARTclass. Yes, the pictures I see and learn through your lectures are magnificent! I hope I get to visit all these amazing places in the future and be mesmerized =)
In both of your pictures, I see the hints in the background confirming that Paris truly is a city of the arts. Each building in the background has fascinating structures and capturing my eyes. Incredible pictures! I hope to visit Paris next winter as well! Great post!
I love dvisting Paris. My only regret was I only got to stay for a few days. I want to visit the Louvre one day. Even the extrior architecture is amazing.
Although Paris might not longer be the capital of the arts (New York overtook it after World War I), it clearly houses some of the world’s most impressive art works. The Louvre is an excellent example of how Paris served as the transition to Modernist art. Although the overall structure is modeled in the Baroque tradition, there is a pyramid in the main courtyard, which was constructed in a modern style.
These pictures are amazing and I would imagine more amazing to see in person. I have enjoyed all your pictures that you share in your lectures. I wonder how many visitors these places get a day?
Robert Kierna Art 3 Summer 2010
It's amazing that you got the chance to visit Paris ad dicover new things.Even though I have't been to Paris it amazes me to read and see pictures of time through out the century. Your lucky to have gotten the chace to visit Paris.
I covet you! I hope to travel alot to all these places.I want see the Eiffel Tower. Did you guys know that a lady was married to the Tower at one time. She's someone who has an attraction for objects.
Looks like you had a wonderful time on your trip! The Eiffel Tower is pretty. I hope to visit Paris one day, so I can see it in person too.
How exciting - I when my professors talk about their personal stories from the study in which we are learning from. I took Anthropology & my professor would talk about all of the digging work that he had done & the future trips he would take...he taught from the heart and from experience. That is why I also like your classes because of your passion - you have traveled to these places and you share your experiences with us - whether it be by pictures or stories. Thank you for sharing this with us. - Jessica C.
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