Beauty

  • LITERATURE- Myth of Daedalus and Icarus
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    LITERATURE- Myth of Daedalus and Icarus

    I chose the story of Daedulus and Icarus because even though it ends in tragedy, there is something beautiful about it. Daedalus is a carpenter who builds wings for his son so that he can escape to freedom. The beauty comes from the hope that they will escape and the freedom they want to experience. It reminds me that beauty can exist even in sad stories.
  • ARCHITECTURE- Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
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    ARCHITECTURE- Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris

    I picked the Notre Dame Cathedral because it's design is beautiful and timeless. The tall towers, stained glass windows, and detailed structure of the building. Even though it's very old it still looks modern. To me the beauty of this building shows how people can create something that last for centuries.
  • HISTORY- The Edo Period

    HISTORY- The Edo Period

    The Edo Period is beautiful to me because it was a time of peace and strong culture in Japan. Art, clothing, poetry and traditions were very popular during this time. I like how the beauty of this era came from everyday life and not just people who are wealthy. It shows how a calm and connected society can create beautiful ideas and art.
  • ARCHITECTURE- Taj Mahal

    ARCHITECTURE- Taj Mahal

    I chose the Taj Mahal because it is an example of the beauty of love. The white marble the symmetry and the peaceful gardens all come together to express beauty. It was built for the emperor to express his love for his wife who died giving birth to their 14 child.
  • ART HISTORY- Girl with a Pearl Earring

    ART HISTORY- Girl with a Pearl Earring

    this painting feels beautiful in a simple way. The girls isn't wearing anything fancy, but the look on her face and the shine of the pearl make her look soft and calm. I like how the beauty in this painting comes from her expression in the colors and not from anything complicated.
  • PHILOSOPHY- Of the Standard of Taste

    PHILOSOPHY- Of the Standard of Taste

    I chose this because it talks about how people see beauty differently. It's interesting to me that there isn't one perfect answer for what beauty is. Everyone has their own opinions and that's what makes it special. This idea connects to my timeline because all my choices show different types of beauty.
  • MUSIC- Moonlight Sonata- Beethoven

    MUSIC- Moonlight Sonata- Beethoven

    Moonlight Sonata is beautiful because of how emotional it sounds. The slow and gentle notes feel calm, but also a little sad. It's the kind of music you can feel the emotion without it having any lyrics. I chose it because it shows beauty from sound and emotion.
  • ART HISTORY-The Japanese Bridge/ The Lily Pond

    ART HISTORY-The Japanese Bridge/ The Lily Pond

    Monet's Bridge painting is beautiful because of the colors and the peaceful garden scene. The way he paints the light makes everything look soft and like it's from a dream I chose it because it shows how nature can be beautiful even when it's painted from someone else's perspective.
  • ART HISTORY-Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I

    ART HISTORY-Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I

    this painting is beautiful because of the gold details and the patterns. It almost looks like the woman is glowing. I chose it because it stands out from normal portraits and shows beauty and a bold way.
  • THEATER- My Fair Lady

    THEATER- My Fair Lady

    I picked my fair lady because it shows beauty through transformation. Eliza changes the way she speaks and dresses and grows as a person. The songs and the costumes also add to the beauty of the story.
  • FILM- Casablanca

    FILM- Casablanca

    Casablanca is a beautiful film because of the love story and the way the characters care for each other. The black and white style points out that the movie is a classic and it's timeless.
  • PHOTOGRAPHY- Le Baiser de l'hôtel de ville

    PHOTOGRAPHY- Le Baiser de l'hôtel de ville

    this photo is beautiful because it captures a real moment. The couple kissing in the middle of a busy street feels natural and romantic. It shows beauty and everyday life and not in something that is staged. I like how simple the moment is, but it also expresses beauty.
  • THEATER - Westside Story

    THEATER - Westside Story

    I chose Westside Story because it mixes music, dance and emotion. Even though the story is sad, the choreography and songs make it feel full of life. The beauty comes from the passion of the characters.
  • THEATER- The Phantom of the Opera

    THEATER- The Phantom of the Opera

    The Phantom of the opera is beautiful because of its music and dramatic story. The sets the costumes and the songs are all create a mysterious setting. I like that the beauty in the show is dark and emotional, and not like normal bright and happy.