Art reflection

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

Coming into this class I knew little about art in general. My expectations were to develop a better understanding aspects of art and how to analyze art. In addition, I wanted to familiarize myself with specific artists and popular artwork. I feel this course exceeded my expectations.

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

I agree with my initial understanding of art. I believe art could be anything. Art is everywhere, on billboards, street signs, and on clothing. In addition, art is anything that draws feeling or emotional attachment to a piece. 

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?

My favorite artist in my original posting was Vincent van Gogh. I think this is because of unique style and how he uses color in his pieces. Although he is still my favorite, I have learn and enjoy the works of Claude Monet. 

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?

This was my first online course, along with three others this semester. I think online courses are too much work and would rather take a traditional course. I feel there is more interaction in a traditional course. 

Portrait

1. Why did you select the inspiration pieces?

I visited the Albright Knox Art gallery to find inspiration for designing a self portrait. The three portraits that I selected were Frida Kahlo’s Self Portrait with Monkey, Jacques Louis Davis’s Portrait of Jacques-Francois Desmaisons, and the Mona Lisa (not at the gallery). I selected Frida Kahlo’s Self Portrait with Monke because I liked the theme of nature in the portrait. They monkey and the vegetation in contrast with the color scheme was quite interesting. In contrast I thought Jacques Louis Davis’s Portrait of Jacques-Francois Desmaisons was quite the opposite. The man is more formally dress sitting at his desk. Although the Mona Lisa was not at the gallery, I have always found this portrait to be quite amazing. I especially enjoy the “mystery” involved in this piece. In compilation of these pieces, I tried to emphasize such elements in my portrait.

2. Why did you select the media to create your self-portrait?


I decided to use drawing paper and pencil as a medium for this piece.  I thought pencil would allow me to create shades and details to the portrait.

3. What challenges did you face in creating your self-portrait and how did you overcome them?


The most difficult part of the portrait was creating the nose. After trying over and over, I made three circles and erased the areas to make it look like a nose. I then shaded in some areas to add detail.

4. How does this piece represent you?


This piece makes me appear young and casual. It is not a formal or serious portrait.

5. What elements and principles of art did you apply in this work?


In regards to the elements and principles, lines, texture and shapes were the most abundant.  Lines were used to creature texture and depth to the piece. Shapes were used to create the eyes and nose.

6. Did you enjoy working on this project?


I thought this was an exciting assignment.

7. What do you think of your final artwork?

I was surprised at how well my portrait came out. I think it looks somewhat like me.

Sport Stock Review

1. Which projects did you review?


Sport Stock by Cody Torpey

2. Why did you select the Exhibit you critiqued?


I selected this Exhibit because I enjoy sports and thought it would be interesting to experience such sports through art.

3. What challenges did you face in writing the critique article and how did you overcome them?


Some challenges of this assignment were analyzing each work of art and form a critique about them. I tried to overcome this by developing a feeling towards a piece that could be used to develop a critique.

4. How do you feel about critiquing your peers work?


I thought it was interesting critiquing classmates work. I think it is exciting that everyone has his or her own interests for creating a specific curator. That is what made this exciting. 

5. Would you like to read the critique your peers wrote about your Art Curation Project?


I think we should be able to read the critique of our projects. It would lend insight and feedback to our work. 

6. On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate your finished article and why?


I would rank my article a 9 because I thought I put a solid effort into this assignment. In addition, I thought I did a good job analyzing and critiquing the exhibit. 

7. Did you enjoy working on this project?
 
I thought this assignment was quite valuable. It taught me how to actually critique art. This could not have been from a typical reading assignment. 

Video Reviews APRIL 22, 2011

In this blog I will review the following movies:

Greenberg on Art Criticism: An Interview by T. J. Clark

In this video, T.J. Clark interviews Clement Greenberg.  The video gives an understanding of how Greenberg views art criticism. More specifically, he reflects on his view of value judgments in criticism, and lends an insight into the connection between art and history. I thought this video was insightful and gave a different perspective on art criticism. I was especially influenced how art has change throughout Greenberg’s years.

Greenberg on Pollock: An Interview by T. J. Clark

 This video had a similar format to the previous video. Instead of focusing on art criticism, the Greenberg critiques Jackson Pollock. Although Greenberg expresses Pollock as an outsider, he admires him for his practical approach. I thought this video was rather interesting because he shows how one critiques other artwork. In addition, Greenberg has an insightful opinion of Pollock and his work.

An Introduction to the Italian Renaissance (Giorgio Vasari)

The next video I watched was An Introduction to the Italian Renaissance (Giorgio Vasari). In regards to the video, the video shows how the Italian Renaissance was developed through innovations of other artists. An artist would develop a technique and that technique would build upon by future artists. This video was one of my favorites because of its reference to the Italian Renaissance. More specifically, this video critiques the works of Donatello, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. This video widened my knowledge of art from this specific era.

The Critics: Stories from the Inside Pages

After watching An Introduction to the Italian Renaissance (Giorgio Vasari) I watched The Critics: Stories from the Inside Pages. This video looks at the relationship between art criticism and society. Dr. Dwight DeWerth-Pallmeye interviews many well-known media critiques and tries to connect their responses with art criticism. After watching this video, I gained a different perspective of art criticism. This video was my favorite out of the group.

The Colonial Encounter: Views of Non-Western Art and Culture

The next video I watched was Culture. This video looks at views on art from different parts of the world. More specifically, it takes the art from the world fair and looks at how Western people criticize such non-western art. This video does offer valuable knowledge about art criticism, I thought the video was quite dry and boring.

Jackson Pollock: Michael Fried and T. J. Clark in Conversation

The last video that I watched was Jackson Pollock: Michael Fried and T. J. Clark in Conversation. T.J Clark debates the aesthetic views of Michael Fried by studying the works of Pollock. This video is significant to the concepts of art criticism because it shows how people can analyze work in different ways. In addition, it shows us how two people can develop different opinions about a work of art simply by critiquing it a specific way. This video offered valuable insight into the word of art criticism. 

Art Exhibit

This project took a great deal of time to put together. I first gathered the works of art that were to be included into my exhibit. I then uploaded the pictures to the exhibit and began analyzing them. The most difficult portion of this project was finding and choosing excellent works of art for the exhibit. I tried to included different aspects of nature in the exhibit. Such aspects include valleys, mountain ranges, human interaction with nature, animals, and bodies of water. I believe I did an excellent job analyzing and interpreting the art in my exhibit.

VIDEO REVIEWS APRIL 22, 2011

For this blog entry, I selected to review Abstract Expressionism and Pop: Art of the ‘50s and ‘60s, Hockney on Photography, and Andy Warhol: Images of an Image.  I chose these videos to better widen my knowledge on these specific topics. I am mostly interested in learning more about expressionism during the ‘50s and ’60s.

The first video I watched was Abstract Expressionism and Pop: Art of the ‘50s and ‘60s.  The video examines the expressionist art of both America and European influence. The program examines work from this movement such as Andy Warhol’s The Texan: Portrait of Robert Rauschenberg and Helen Frankenthaler’s Mountains and Sea. This video does an excellent job adding depth to the material offered in the book.

Hockney on Photography was quite interesting. I selected this video because I am interested in photography and how photography evolved throughout the 20^th century. This video does an excellent job explaining how Hockney implemented his painting skills with photography. It also shows how Hockney’s photographs developed over time.

Andy Warhol: Images of an Image was my favorite video of the following. I wanted to learn more about Warhol after seeing his 100 Cans at the Albright Knox Gallery. This video takes a look at the Pop Act and Warhol’s Ten Lizes. This video compliments the book well, as it adds another perspective to the material.

Overall, these videos were quite interesting. In addition, they did an excellent job providing better understanding of the material.

Project Art Gallery

For this project, I chose to go to the Albright Knox Gallery. After walking through the gallery, I was especially intrigued with the Piccasso exibit. The Picasso exhibit is a collection of the works of Picasso, Braque, Leger, and Delaunay. The exhibit was shaped in a rectangular room. The white painted room, guided the viewer from corner to corner around the room.

1.) Pablo Picasso. Bacchanale. Linocut on paper. 1957

I thought Bacchanale was very interesting because of the lines and color scheme. It looks like people are sitting on a hillside, looking across a body of water. The hills and body of water reminds me of a setting in the Mediterranean.  Although I did not have a significant reaction to the piece, the Bacchanale reminds of a happy and warm summer night.

Principles and Elements: Picasso uses lines, color, and shape in this piece. The color really enhances the mood of the piece.

2.) Claude Monet. Chemin de Halage a Argenteuil. Oil on Canvas.1875

                 

This painting was really interesting to me. I thought Monet did a wonderful job using colors and light to capture this moment.  It sets a setting of a quiet and chilly day along a waterfront. I really had an attachment to this piece. It reminds me of a time when I was younger playing along the lake.

Principles and Elements: Monet uses line and color. The color scheme has lots of blues and grey that reminds one of a cloudy day. Line is used to guide the viewer’s eyes down the shore.

3.) Andre Derain. The Trees. Oil on canvas. 1905

I really connected with this painting because it really represents nature. I thought the trees with the hills in the background really represent the beauty of nature. I also liked how Derain used color to enhance this feeling. The bright colors add another dimension. This was one of my favorites at they gallery.

Principles and elements: Derain makes use of rhythm and color. He uses rhythm by creating a forest of several trees.

Overall, I had an enjoyable time at the gallery. Although the gallery has many interesting works of art, these pieces stood out the most. I look forward to visiting this art gallery again in the future.

Video Reviews

I selected to review the movies Matisse & Picasso, A Sunday on La Grange Jatte, Expressionism, and The mystical North: Spanish Art From the 19^th Century. I selected these videos to help widen my understanding on these areas in art history.

The video Matisse and Picasso is about the complicated relationship of Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso. I am especially interested of how Picasso uses color and shapes in his pieces. In addition, the video gives an overview of some of works by both artists.

A Sunday on La Grange Jatte analyzes Georges Seurat’s notable piece. The video creates a picture of many of the mysteries of the A Sunday on La Grange Jatte including the symbol of the little girl and monkey. I found this film to be quite interesting on how Seurat influenced classical art through this piece.

The video Expressionism gives an overview on the Expressionism movement. The video analyzes the works the works of Edvard Munch and Oslo Franz when discussing this movement. This video compliments the reading quite well.

The Mystical North: Spanish Art from the 19th Century to the Present was my favorite video. It gave an excellent overview of how Spanish art evolved throughout the 19^th century.

Overall, the videos were quite enjoyable. Additionally, they complimented the reading quite well. They really widen my knowledge of the material.

Video reviews

I selected to review the movies, Hinduism, Buddhism, African Art, and the Great Waves. I thought these videos would widen my understanding of these religious and cultural values and enhance my knowledge of the art in these cultures.

The video, African Art, showed many of the rituals and spiritual forms still present in this area. Even so, that some of these aspects have become a part of daily life. Additionally, the video enhances and elaborates on the explanation of the text on African cultures.

The video, Buddhism, compliments the text well. It shows of Buddhism, once established in India, and then spread throughout the rest of the world. This video does an excellent job analyzing many Buddhists’ architectures.

I really enjoyed the video, Hinduism. I have always been interested in Hindu ideology and it was enjoyable to see the art influenced from this religion.

I did not really know what to expect with the Great Video. On a side note, this video was my favorite. I especially enjoyed the analysis of the different meanings of the great wave. This video really familiarized me with Japanese art.

Overall these videos were a great supplement to the reading. They did an excellent job explaining the different art from these areas and religions. Moreover, the videos reinforced much of the knowledge in the text and widen my knowledge of the material.

Mask project

 The artist makes use of lines and shapes. The use of line emphasizes the vertical aspect of the mask. This mask is also symmetrical.

 The artist uses lines and color in this piece. The primary colors of orange and black along with the numerous colors in the hair add a new dimension to this mask.

 The artist use lines and shapes in these masks. Additionally, the mask are symmetrical.

My mask incorporates the elements of color, line, and shape. I used this color scheme to add a lively feel to the mask. I attempted to make the mask symmetrical. I am surprised how well the finish mask came out. I enjoyed this project as it allowed me to be creative. Below is a sketch of my original mask.

Hand Drawing

 1. What was it like using your hand as subject matter for a drawing?

I found it to be easy to sketch a hand up close in person. I was able to look at my hand from different viewpoints to help me better create my drawing.

2. What media did you select - pencil or charcoal? Why?

In this drawing I selected to use pencil because I did not have any chalk. Additionally, I thought a pencil would be cleaner and easier to use for this drawing.

3. How did it feel to create a drawing with your non-dominant hand?

Although I found it very difficult to create a drawing with my non-dominant hand, I was surprised how the drawing came out.

4. Compare and contrast your final drawings. Do you think they are successful studies?

In terms of proportion, I think the drawings came out successfully. Perhaps, if I used chalk the drawings would have been better detailed.

5. Would you consider using your non-dominant hand to create artwork in the future?

I would not consider using my non-dominant hand unless I was creating a less detailed drawing.

(Top) Dominant hand
(Below) Non-dominant hand

Video Reviews

Leonardo da Vinci: The Mind of the Renaissance

1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I selected this video to review because I have always been fascinated about the works and intelligence of Leonardo di Vinci.

2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- Surveying the talents of Florence during the Renaissance

- Examines Leonardo di Vinci and his several talents such as engineer, architect, and botanist.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video lends insight into the mind of Leonardo di Vinci. Additionally, the knowledge demonstrated in this film, gives us a better understanding of Leonardo da Vinci and his impact during the Renaissance.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I thought the video was well constructed. It accompanies the book well as it gives an in-depth analysis of some of Leonardo da Vinci’s finest works.

Playlist: The Drawings of Michelangelo

1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I selected this video because I wanted to learn more about Michelangelo and his impact during the Renaissance.

2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- Shows how drawings transform into final pieces

- Introduces many of Michelangelo’s tools and techniques.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video relates to the text because it shows how drawings transform into final pieces. Additionally, it gives us a better understanding of Michelangelo’s techniques.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I thought the video was very interesting. I especially found it interesting, how an idea involves into a drawing and then into a masterpiece.

Albrecht Dürer: Image of a Master

1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I selected this video because I was not familiar with this artist and wanted to learn more about him and his works.

2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- Art in northern Europe during the Renaissance.

- The works and techniques of Albrecht Durer.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video relates to the text because it shows how the Renaissance different in the video and in the North. Durer focused in creating realism and less on idealism in his works.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I thought this filmed lend a different insight to the Renaissance. It supports the text when explaining the difference in Italy and northern Europe during the time of the Renaissance.

Playlist: El Greco: Rediscovering a Master

1. Explain why you selected each of the FOUR videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I selected this video because I wanted to learn more about Spanish art. Additionally, I wanted to learn more about El Greco and his work.

2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The revival of El Greco and his work

- The introduction and rise of Picasso

3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video relates adds an analysis of Spanish art. Additionally the video constructs the key figures during the period including Rusinol, Picasso, and El Greco.

4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

Although I was not aware of the techniques and characteristics in Spanish art, this video gave me a better understanding. 

Video Reviews March 18, 2011

More Human Than Human

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- Symbols and unrealistic images have significance to us.

- Our ancient ancestors influenced the way we view images today

- An analysis of Egyptian style

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video relates to the idea of realism, which is expressed in the book. Moreover, it seeks to find why we enjoy unrealistic images.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I thought this video was very interesting. I enjoyed the part when the diver finds the statue buried in the sand at the bottom of the ocean. 

1. Explain why you selected each of the three videos you choose from the selection listed above.

I chose the following movies because of my interest in art of the Middle Ages and Greek art. In addition I feel these videos will provide additional knowledge of the aspects behind these areas of art.

Art and Life in the Middle Ages: The Luttrell Psalter

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The Psalter is a prayer book in Latin

- The Psalter shows all forms of life including human and animal interaction.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video relates to the chapter on the Middle Ages because it shows the significance of religion on art in this time in history.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I thought this video really enhance and provided back round knowledge of art during the Middle Ages. In addition I learned what Psalter is and its place in the art world.

The Birth of the Middle Ages

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The influences that led to the Middle Ages.

-The introduction of the “Dark Ages”

- The way of life and shift during the Middle Ages

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video gave a better understanding of the Dark Ages. This video shows Europe during a time between Roman society and the glorious time of the Renaissance.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

This really accompanies the book quite well. It illustrates and gives a good picture of art in the Middle Ages.

The Measure of All Things: Greek Art and the Human Figure

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The transformation of Greek influence on art

-The shift to capturing moving and naturalism

 2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video enhances the book on Greek architecture. More specifically, it analyzing how art transformed into realism and how the idea of naturalism and movement were introduce to art.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I thought this film was very interesting. In addition, I developed a better understanding of the Greek influence on art. 

Architecture videos

Architecture: The Science of Design

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The components that go into creating modern architecture

- The use of concrete in architecture

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The video relates to the book as it provides a more in depth analysis of modern architecture. Additionally, the videos elaborate on the science behind architecture.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I thought the video was excellent at elaborating on architecture. The video adds more in depth of the scientific perspective of architecture.

Prairie Style

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- How Wright implements organic architecture in his designs.

- The huge impact that organic architecture has had on the architectural community.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The video elaborates on the section of organic architecture. More specifically, the videos develop the concepts of organic architecture, which are expressed in the text.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I thought this film did an excellent job giving a better understanding of how architects blend designs with the natural environment.

4. From the group of four that you had a choice: Why did you choose that film?

From the group of videos, this video was my favorite. I am really interested in the environment and think it is very interesting how architects use the environment in their designs.

Classical Architecture

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- How the use of Greek and Roman architecture is use in modern architecture.

- I also learned that the idea of solar energy is not a modern idea.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video reinforces the concepts used in Greek and Rome architecture. The use of arches and columns are used in modern building structures.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I thought this film did an excellent showing Greek and Roman architecture. I always found these ancient structures to be very interesting.

Last Call for Planet Earth: Sustainable Development and Architecture

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The changing impact of urban planning on architecture

- The idea to create energy efficient buildings

- The use of windows, panels, and other parts of buildings to be more energy efficient.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The video gave a better understanding of the changes in modern architecture. I think this video really elaborated on the use of urban architecture.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I thought this video was very interesting. As the population continues to grow and energy becomes more of a problem, I think it is important to be innovative to conserve energy. 

Installation Project

Installation art refers to three dimensional  that takes up a specific space or area. Artist can use many types of materials when creating an installation, however, many times the materials reflect one another. Installation art allows the viewer to become a part of the artwork. In regards to my favorite installation, Wong's Urban Landscape really catches my eye. I was amazed how Wong was able to take kitchen utensils and transition them into such a bigger piece.

It was really difficult trying to come up with a good idea for an installation. I wanted to give my installation a implement a theme of nature in this design. I took various tropical plants and arrange them in a way to make it feel like one is in a tropical rainforest. Such plants include a coffee plant, Kahili ginger, and papaya tree. Although the pictures did not come out well, the installation gives a feeling of peacefulness.

Classmate Review Assignment

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I reviewed Anthony’s and Monica’s work for projects one and two. I thought both classmates did an excellent job implementing the elements into their pictures. My favorite pictures were the butterfly showing texture (Anthony) and the hummingbird showing movement (Monica). In regards to project 2, I thought both classmates did an excellent job analyzing the artwork that they chose for the project. Anthony and Monica both selected Wong’s Urban Landscape. Although I did not select this work in the project, I was quite fascinated with it. Both classmates thought it was quite unique. I think it is amazing how the artist was able to use kitchen utensils to create such a piece. Monica selected Claude Monet’s The Tow-Path at Argenteuil, which I also selected in this project. I agree with Monica that this piece sends a sense of peacefulness. This piece reminds me of relaxing along the beach on a quiet day. Overall, I thought Anthony and Monica did an excellent job with these projects.

I thought the process of reviewing other classmates’ work was valuable. It allows me to compare my ideas and work with other classmates. Additionally, it allows me to give feedback on their work. The classmates who responded to my work really gave me valuable feedback on my work.  It allows for another opinion, which is helpful. 

Sculptures, Ceramics, & Installation Art video review

Through the Eyes of a Sculptor

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- A sculptor must use his or her feelings to carve life into the figure

- A sculptor’s soul must go in to creating a sculpture

- Sculpting is a precise process

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The video relates to the text because it explains the passion that goes into a sculpture. Additionally, they both examine the details and procedures that go into creating a sculpture.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?

I thought this video did an excellent job explaining what goes on in the sculptors mine when creating a sculpture. It is also clearly explains the process for creating such a sculpture.

Glass and Ceramics

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

- The ingredients that make up glass.

- The process for molding glass (heating, shaping, cooling)

- The different techniques used in ceramics

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This video really enhances the readings. This video applies another insight of how a person creates glass figures. I especially thought it was interesting how glass is created.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?

This video was my favorite video of the three. The visuals really helped in my understanding of ceramics.

Installation Art

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned

- Installation art is a controversial issue in contemporary arts

- Installation is three-dimensional art that takes up space

- Observe different examples of installation art

- Encourages the viewer to interact with the world of the the installation

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The video complemented the text well. It gave a more in depth overview of the context.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the topics: Sculpture, Installation, and Craft?

I thought this video really enhance my knowledge of installation. Prior to watching this video, I was a bit confused of what defies installation art. This video cleared up this understanding. 

Logo Creation

 The most important discovery I learned from creating a logo is that I have somewhat of an imagination. I also learned that I have descent drawing skills. Additionally, the videos helped develop my ideas. I thought the videos gave a better understanding of how graphic designs are created. I think it is really interesting how some of these images evolved.

It was difficult trying to come up with a logo idea. I started off trying to create a logo for a plant nursery, hence the banana logo. I then came up with the idea to create a beer logo. I wanted to emphasize the town of Lewiston in the logo. Since Lewiston is a big boating community I chose to use an anchor in the design. I also used 1812 to signify the War of 1812 in the area. It was difficult trying to draw my ideas on paper. I first started out with a rectangular shaped logo, but I thought a circle would look more interesting. Also, I wanted to really emphasize the colors black and green in this logo.  I tried to make the logo look like a full moon in one of the sketches, but I messed it up. I am surprised at how my final logo came out.

 Sketches