Marathon du P'tit Train du Nord: A Journey to the End of Limits
Tutorials/exercises - 4 pages - Journalism
Join us as we explore the 3ème edition of the Marathon du P'tit Train du Nord, where runners pushed their limits and raised awareness for cardiovascular diseases. Discover the inspiring stories and achievements of the participants, and learn about the event's mission to promote sports...
The Scene of Encounter in City Lights: Setting Up the Plot and Themes
Artwork analysis - 2 pages - Film studies
Explore how the scene of the encounter between the tramp and the flower girl in City Lights sets up the plot and main themes of the film, including the dialectic between love and appearances, and the use of visual contrast to convey social status.
Irish Music and Culture: A Tribute to U2 and Celtic Heritage
Presentation - 4 pages - Music and dance
Delve into the rich history and cultural significance of Irish music, from traditional instruments to modern rock bands like U2, in this comprehensive analysis.
Passy Park and the Visionary Éric McMillan: A Study of Design and Evolution
Case study - 3 pages - Architecture
Delve into the history and evolution of Passy Park in Paris, and the biographical notice of Éric McMillan, a renowned Canadian architect and designer of playgrounds and amusement parks. Discover how McMillan's vision of child-centered play has influenced parks worldwide, and the paradox of...
Exploring the Intersection of Poetry and Music: Ariettes oubliées
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Music and dance
Delve into the world of poetry and music with this analysis of Claude Debussy's Ariettes oubliées, a poignant exploration of the human experience. Discover the nuances of major mode and its emotional resonance.
The Beaubourg District: A Synthesis of Parisian Public Space
Case study - 5 pages - Architecture
This document explores the Beaubourg district in Paris, analyzing its unique blend of culture, public space, and private space. From the Centre Pompidou to the esplanade, discover how this neighborhood has become a hub for social interaction and artistic expression.
Professional Project - Becoming a Singing Teacher
Presentation - 3 pages - Music and dance
A comprehensive professional project outlining the goals and objectives of becoming a singing teacher, including skills, qualities, and career path. Currently in professional retraining, the author aims to become a teacher in a music school, offering contemporary singing courses, choir direction,...
Organisations Helping the Homeless in Paris
Study guide - 2 pages - Journalism
This document provides an overview of various organisations in Paris that offer assistance to homeless individuals, including shelters, job opportunities, and social support. From the Salvation Army to the Aurore association, these organisations work tirelessly to provide a helping hand to those...
The New York Times, I Voted to Impeach Nixon. I'd Do the Same for Trump. - Elizabeth Holtzman (2019); The Guardian, Trump asked Ukraine leader for 'a favor' and to investigate Biden, memo shows - Adam Gabbatt and Lauren Gambino (2019); the Daily Mail, 'It is a political war!' Donald Trump lashes out at Democrats minutes after transcript of his Ukraine call is published saying they 'built it up as the call from hell - it was a friendly call' - Emily Goodin (2019) - Print Media in the UK and the US
Text analysis - 3 pages - Journalism
The document analyzes the article "The New York Times, I Voted to Impeach Nixon. I'd Do the Same for Trump" published in The New York Times on September 25, 2019. In doing so, it compares it to two other articles on the same subject: one from The Guardian, the other from The Daily Mail.
Real-Life Applications of the Bisection Method - A Historical Perspective Through Design
Case study - 3 pages - Architecture
Janakpur, an ancient city of Nepal, is deeply rooted in the cultural and religious heritage of Mithila. As the legendary capital of King Janak, the father of the Goddess Sita, Janakpur holds a prominent place in Hindu mythology and Indian subcontinental history. This research explores the...
Creating a Storyboard
Creative writing - 4 pages - Film studies
You are participating in a competition to recruit a director's assistant for James Cameron (the director of Titanic and Avatar). The plan is to create a storyboard for a film of his imagination.
The Water Horse - Jay Russell (2007) - The Legend of the Loch Ness Monster
Artwork analysis - 1 pages - Film studies
The document makes a summary of the legend of the Loch Ness monster.
Plan of a Report in Speculative Design
Presentation - 3 pages - Design and digital creation
An artifact is more than an object; it is a piece of the future, bearing values, tensions, and imagination. Each presentation must follow different steps.
Anti-bullying poster
Presentation - 3 pages - Arts and art history
I chose to create this poster to raise awareness around about all the bullying taking place in our schools. When I first opted for this type of art, I thought about the idea that bullying isn't just one thing, it is a mix of emotions and insults, and this is what I wanted to show in my work.
Grape symbolism in Art
Case study - 4 pages - Art history
Art can be defined as the interpretation of the world and its beauty, and as far as beauty is concerned, we can't help but relate it to the fact that beauty expresses the world as a human and spiritual version of the divine. Among the recurring themes present in art, food has always been...
Speculative Design
Presentation - 53 pages - Design and digital creation
Utopia, in fact, describes an ideal state (or at least the best possible one): its roots can be found in Plato's Republic. Dystopia, on the other hand, describes the negation of this ideal, often in the form of despotism. (...) Speculative design is a design approach that imagines possible...
George Washington (Lansdowne Portrait) - Gilbert Stuart (1796); Margaret Thatcher - Michael Leonard (1979) - Presentation
Artwork analysis - 2 pages - Paint
Washington was the general who led the American revolutionary troops to victory against the British. Afterwards, he became president of the USA twice, in 1789 and in 1792. The portrait was painted at the end of his second presidency. He was a Virginian planter and was frustrated with...
Stonebreakers - Valerio Ciriaci (2022); George Floyd and the End of American Hegemony - Jonathan Wiesen (2020) - Analyzing the Black Lives Matter Movement
Artwork analysis - 3 pages - Medias
Using a movie and an article as study material, this reading note answers questions commenting on racism and the Black Lives Matter movement in the United States.
The Complexities of Artistic Intervention as a Remedy - Freya McMorrow, Bernadette Sayar, Eva Klinkenberg, Alastair Hannaford & Tessa Mendez (2022)
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Arts and art history
There are several points to take into account when discussing artistic intervention. First of all, the issues of durability, temporality, novelty and impact are extremely important to consider. Some artists believe that artistic interventions cannot be long-term artworks because it would stop...
Analyzing Confederate Symbols: History and Legacy
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Art history
Speaking about the role of art in protest as well as their legacy is really interesting because it puts forward the fact that more than just graffiti or paintings on the streets, art can be an effective form of the radical fight against racism and systemic violence. It can have the same impact as...
A visit to the "Modern Images of Ancient Clay figures" museum
Essay - 2 pages - Arts and art history
"Modern Images of Ancient Clay figures" is a very entertaining exhibition that is located in the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo. It focuses on the ancient artifacts of Haniwa and Dogu, which are earth figurines excavated from graves and strata.
I, Tonya - Craig Gillespie (2017) - Interview
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Film studies
"Hello everyone, we're joined today by the famous Margot Robbie, who I think and hope you all know, and Tonya's amazing trainer Diane Rawlinson for an interview out of the ordinary. For those of you who don't know, Tonya is the role played by Margot in the biopic I, Tonya."
Can social media fulfill the functions of the 4th estate, and thus be considered as a part of the renewal of the press?
Essay - 3 pages - Medias
The press was referred to as the "4th Estates" for the 1st time by Edmund Burke (1729 - 1797), a British politician who declared that : "There are three Estates in Parliament, but in the Reporter's Gallery yonder, there sat a Fourth Estate more important far than they all" Burke calls the...
Can an Economist's Theory apply to Art? - Scott Revburn (2014) - The prominence of the so-called "investor collectors"
Text analysis - 3 pages - Arts and art history
In his article "Can an Economist's Theory apply to Art ?" published in the New York Times 2014, Scott Revburn explains how buyers look at art auctions through a capitalistic lens. The author focuses on a new player in the art market: the "investor-collector" who buys artworks for colossal...
Flora - Sebastiano Ricci (1712-1716) - Painting analysis
Artwork analysis - 3 pages - Art history
Flora is an oil on canvas painting, completed in 1712 by Sebastiano Ricci, exhibited at the Blanton Museum. The subject is inspired by the myth of the Greek nymph Chloris, who was raped by Zephyr, the god of the west wind. After her abduction, the nymph married the god and became the Roman...
Vermillon - Deborah Butterfield (1989) - Sculpture analysis
Artwork analysis - 2 pages - Arts and art history
Vermillon is a sculpture by Deborah Butterfield, exhibited in the Atrium of the POB building at the University of Texas at Austin. The artwork was not originally made for the University's campus; it is a loan from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The subject of the sculpture is a standing...
Gothic Literature and Art
Presentation - 9 pages - Arts and art history
Gothic Literature started in the late 18th century, alongside Romanticism. Writers were inspired by the beauty of the medieval age. They were also fascinated by the imposing figures of nature and mythology.
The Larry Nassar Scandal: An Investigative Report
Presentation - 5 pages - Journalism
In this document, the Larry Nassar scandal (multiple instances of sexual abuse against gymnasts, including multiple U.S. gymnastics champion Simone Biles) is explored in the form of a journalistic "investigation."
Boyhood - Richard Linklater (2014) - An Eriksonian Analysis
Artwork analysis - 5 pages - Film studies
Personality development is a complex and multifaceted process that occurs across the lifespan and is influenced by a myriad of biological, social, and psychological factors. Throughout history, an enormous number of hypothetical models have been brought up to explain the causes and the steps of...
Audra McDonald: A Trailblazer in American Musical Theatre
Biography - 4 pages - Music and dance
Audra McDonald's illustrious career in American musical theatre has solidified her status as a beacon of talent and creativity among BIPOC artists. Her beautiful voice, which reveals a breathtaking vocal spectrum and true mastery of emotions, was awarded the unthinkable six Tony Awards for...
