Keywords: Fine Arts
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A Grain of Sand
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Abstract: A videographical presentation of Robert Service's short poem, "A Grain of Sand."
African Americans in the paintings of Norman Rockwell
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Abstract: Carmen Fields reports that the Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA is commemorating Black History Month by exhibiting Norman Rockwell's work featuring African Americans. Fields interviews Maureen Hart Hennessey (curator, Rockwell Museum) about Rockwell's paintings depicting events in the civil rights ... More »
Ajax' Kindred's Soliloquy In Africa
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Abstract: A videographical presentation of Frank Barbour Coffin's poem, followed by an uplifting audio performance of the musical composition "Zulu Prayer" by Thaumata.
Anges Rebelles, Les
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Abstract: "In six minutes, a conjuring trick combining special effects and the magic of painting enables us to enter the world of Jacques Brissot. It is a visual poem that humorously recounts the building of a collage inspired from artist Peter Breugel's 'La Chute des Anges Rebelles.'" Artist Jacques Brissot is ... More »
Asian Pacific Heritage Celebration
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Abstract: David Sakura recalls life in Japanese detention camps in the United States during World War II. Program celebrates President Carter's bill proclaiming May 4 - May 10 Asian Pacific Heritage Week in honor of the cultural traditions of Asian Americans. Host Barbara Barrow-Murray speaks with Dr. David Sakura ... More »
Black Arts
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Abstract: Boston based artists discuss the meaning of Black art. Host Jim Spruill leads a discussion among 17 Boston-based artists on what Black art is and to whom the Black artist speaks. Group assembled includes Orma Jo Flint, Steve Hussein, Hakim Jami, Bob Nellums, Joanne Robinson, Robert Ruff, Joanne Sanders, ... More »
Caring for Your Health
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Abstract: Dr. Emillio Carillo comments on healthcare in the Latino community. Program examines a number of health issues, with a focus on the needs of the Latino and Black community. Host Eduardo Diaz interviews Dr. Emilio Carrillo, cofounder of the Boricua Health Organization of Boston, to discuss problems related ... More »
Creative Typography
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Abstract: Exploration and experimentation with letter forms and page layout for expressive communication. Fundamental typographic principles, font recognition, and analysis of both historical and post modern design theory. Emphasis on content, form, and technique for effective use of typography in ads, posters, ... More »
Ellen Banks
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Abstract: Callie Crossley reports on Ellen Banks (painter). Crossley interviews Banks, who talks about how she expresses music visually through her paintings. Crossley notes that the patterns of shapes and colors in Banks' paintings represent music. Crossley reports that each painting is based on a piece of music. ... More »
Femme a la Cafetiere, La
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Abstract: Acclaimed theater director brings movement to Cezanne's painting, reproduced in the studio for the camera. [Suzushi Hanayagi,] a dancer from the Kabuki theater, performs the role of the woman, whose slight, almost imperceptible, facial and body movements -- together with mysteriously animated objects ... More »
Internet Archive
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Abstract: The Internet Archive was founded to build an Internet library, with the purpose of offering permanent access for researchers, historians, and scholars to historical collections that exist in digital format. Founded in 1996 and located in the Presidio of San Francisco, the ... More »
Judy Chicago Interview
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Abstract: 'Twentieth Century Artists' raw material on the artist Judy Chicago, consisting of a 50-minute interview on three video cassettes. Tape 1 (18:00) (actual interview does not begin until the 4:45 mark): Her revival of crafts, especially those related to women; combination of masculine and feminine techniques ... More »
Lee Krasner Interview
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Abstract: "Twentieth Century Artists" raw material on the artist Lee Krasner, consisting of three-hour interview on three video cassettes. Tape 1 (60:00): Childhood; influence of Hebrew on her art; influence of calligraphy on her art; attitudes toward feminism; reasons for getting into art; early education; education ... More »
Momodou Ceesay talks about the function of an artist
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Abstract: Gambian artist Momodou Ceesay, painting instructor at the Elma Lewis School of Fine Arts and at Roxbury Community College, talks about his function as an artist and his recent work illustrating African stories for children.
Nation of Islam: A Portrait
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Abstract: History of Black Capitalism in the United States. Program explores the beliefs and ideals of African American Muslims who are members of the Nation of Islam, through three principal segments: footage from the 1975 Savior's Day Celebration in Chicago (including excerpts from a speeches and interviews ... More »
Northlight
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Abstract: Bill Charette's 'Northlight' looks at three different artists with studios in the same building. A painter working from a still life talks about the importance of light. A woman who makes sculptures talks about her obsession with the equilateral triangle, a shape that dominates her work. The third artist, ... More »
Portrait of a Friend by Friends: Emmett Williams
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Abstract: Documentary-style piece featuring associates of artist Emmett Williams, speaking about their personal recollections of him. Speakers are shown in extreme close-up. Some of the speakers' stories are left unfinished. Digital effects are used with some of the speakers. Shots of a hotel worker delivering ... More »
The Cremation of Sam McGee
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Abstract: A videographical presentation of the poem by Robert Service, with subtle sound effects to enhance mood. Video and sound quality are primitive. This video has been used in classrooms as a teaching adjunct to the poetry of Robert Service, and has drawn compliments from the teachers involved.
The Highwayman
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Abstract: This is an audio presentation of Alfred Noyes' famous poem, a "dark screen" video with titles and credits added at beginning and end.
Ticket to Ride - Designing a Passport for 21st Century America
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Abstract: In this lesson, students consider ideas, images and words that might capture the American identity, then design an American passport for the 21st century that reflects their own vision of and for America.