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Before this class I honestly did not know that there was a specific name for the many murals to be seen. I have lived near Philadelphia and always loved looking at the various murals as I would drive by as a child. I remember always asking questions about them as I was in the back seat and my parents were driving. I also enjoy viewing them as an adult, although became difficult as I drive myself and attempt to view them.

The mural mile shows the diversity around and in the city of Philadelphia. There was one mural that stood out the most to me which is, The Tree of Knowledge. This mural was not like all the others. I had to stand there and think about the painting to fully understand it. There was hidden instruments that were not easily seen. Those hidden items made it interesting to keep looking at the painting to find more hidden surprises. This painting is more of an inspirational statement to it's viewers to follow their dreams no matter what they may be. Philadelphia is known for it's diversity; therefore this painting is representation of the city itself.

I personally did not enjoy the Mural Mile experience itself. I find myself zoning off when something is continuous. The music at each painting was also something that I did not enjoy. I like to just be able to make my own thoughts, rather then hearing the exact information. The mural mile brightens the inner city community. The color and art makes for a beautiful site. The art it amazing to those who do not live in the area. It brightens everyone's days who just drive or walk by. I will always enjoy looking at the art as I travel about the city.

The Mural Mile and it's Many Paintings

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When Kun-Yang came to class to speak to us about his life experiences and beginning of his dance work; I knew the dance would not be something that I can easily understand. The video clip that he showed was how I ultimately came up with my assumption.

The dancers alone are clearly very passionate about dance, especially their form of dance. It shows in their performance and emotions that came through throughout the show. The performance was very well rehearsed. As I watched, I looked for mistakes and there really was not one. Their movements were so precise as well as their vocals. Throughout the show they used grunt-like sounds as a way of speaking. The sounds went along with each of their choreographed moves. The grunt at the very beginning of the show startled me because as soon as the lights went out they began without warning. The dancers were so diverse. Not one dancer was similar to another; I was pleasantly surprised by that.

Throughout the show I tried to pay close attention to get what exactly the point and story the dancers were trying to tell. I took a lot of notes hoping that by the end I could answer that easily. Unfortunately even as the show was coming to an end; I was still unsure. I believe that there was a gradualness to the show. There was originally 2 dancers that turned into a large group. The dancers were not dancing in unison; but slowly began too. This was as though the dancers were telling a story through their dance.

In conclusion, the show had greatly talented dancers. I personally did not enjoy the show because it was not to my interest. I believe the show was too dragged on and did not have a major point. I would not suggest this show to other classmates.

Ticket, brochure, and handouts from the show

Kun-Yang Lin Blog Post

When Kun-Yang came to class to speak to us about his life experiences and beginning of his dance work; I knew the dance would not be something that I can easily understand. The video clip that he showed was how I ultimately came up with my assumption.

The dancers alone are clearly very passionate about dance, especially their form of dance. It shows in their performance and emotions that came through throughout the show. The performance was very well rehearsed. As I watched, I looked for mistakes and there really was not one. Their movements were so precise as well as their vocals. Throughout the show they used grunt-like sounds as a way of speaking. The sounds went along with each of their choreographed moves. The grunt at the very beginning of the show startled me because as soon as the lights went out they began without warning. The dancers were so diverse. Not one dancer was similar to another; I was pleasantly surprised by that.

Throughout the show I tried to pay close attention to get what exactly the point and story the dancers were trying to tell. I took a lot of notes hoping that by the end I could answer that easily. Unfortunately even as the show was coming to an end; I was still unsure. I believe that there was a gradualness to the show. There was originally 2 dancers that turned into a large group. The dancers were not dancing in unison; but slowly began too. This was as though the dancers were telling a story through their dance.

In conclusion, the show had greatly talented dancers. I personally did not enjoy the show because it was not to my interest. I believe the show was too dragged on and did not have a major point. I would not suggest this show to other classmates.

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"Everyone needs beauty as well as bread, places to play and pray, where nature heals and gives strength to body and soul alike."

John Muir

Via Gratefulness.org

"Miracles are both beginnings and endings. They undo the past in the present, and thus release the future." (T-1:I:13:1,3)

A Course in Miracles

"First thing in the morning, before you meet or greet anyone, remember to greet all of nature, all visible and invisible creatures. Say to them: "I am grateful for your work, I love you and want to be in harmony with you!" At this very moment, in response to your greeting, all of nature will open to you and send you energy for the entire day."

Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov

Prosveta Publishing Via Gratefulness.org

Ella

Sadkin

Ella Sadkin is a 26-year old london based artist who works primarily with acrylic and graffiti pens to produce colourful and abstract works.

With its hard black lines, bright flat colour and organic and geometric shapes, her style is often described as surrealist cartooning.
Sadkin was a child of the nineties and a huge cartoon fan, and cites early drawing of The Simpson's characters as her first foray into cartooning.

- view her work here.

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MURAL MILE

Kun-Yang Lin

Kun-Yang Lin

Getting Strong

Rodriguez Spinnerz 2

Miracles

Rodriguez Spinnerz

Upside Down 2

Upside Down

Sharp APRA

Marley with Pigeon

Hello Nature!

Art by Ella Sadkin

APRA

Gamino's Bird