Author Archives: kkeeler

Art and Life Lessons

Posted on September 28, 2011 by kkeeler

After watching the Hillman Curtis Artist Series I feel like I have been filled with wisdom not only about art and design but also, about life. Each video made distinct production choices in order to give the viewer insight to … Continue reading →

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Formalism: Back to the Basics

Posted on September 14, 2011 by kkeeler

Previously we looked at Realism and Expressionism as two very different perspectives in the creation of art. The difference between the two is that Realism tries to account for the real world how we see it day to day and … Continue reading →

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The Nets and Knots of Stitch Bitch

Posted on September 6, 2011 by kkeeler

When sitting down to read anything I am used to a linear style, a story or narrative that for the most part goes from beginning to end with a clear and defined purpose. So when I sat down to read … Continue reading →

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Helvetica: More than a Typeface

Posted on September 5, 2011 by kkeeler

While watching the movie Helvetica I was surprised to learn how transcendent a type face could be. Typographers in the movie describe Helvetica as transparent and accessible with a human quality to it that makes it clean, official and efficient, … Continue reading →

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Toward an Aesthetics of Transition

Posted on September 1, 2011 by kkeeler

Throughout the article Thorburn and Jenkins explore the relationship between old and new media. They point out that while many people are worried about the end of traditional media it’s termination is not likely. Instead they highlight the symbiotic relationship … Continue reading →

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