Nothing over the edge...just me.

This was taken this weekend as i drove through savannah. Fort Pulaski is located in Savannah Georgia

Yes, Fort Pulaski fits into the neighborhood and society because war is a predominant theme here in Savannah.

The art is there because on April 11, 1862, defense strategy changed nation-wide when the Union rifled cannon overcame a masonry fortification after only 30 hours. It took 18 years to build and was the location of Robert E. Lee’s first military assignment. This 19th century piece of architecture is made up of about 25 million bricks with 7.5 ft. thick walls. It reminds us of the elusiveness of invincibility. Fort Pulaski National Monument was established by Presidential Proclamation on October 15, 1924. It contains 5,365 acres, including some of the most pristine and scenic marshland on the Georgia coast

This sculpture is located at the TLC at the University of West Georgia. It fits the scene perfectly because it represents West Georgia"s UWG flame, architectural elements of the campus center, and the upward movement associated with educational achievement. The sculpture was created and designed byHelen Helwig and sits in front of the campus center.

I choose this self portrait because it represents everything I want to be in life. Its shows that I'm happy and that I LOOK like a succesful person and thats about what life is all about.

Self Portrait of Sara Sales a.k.a. SUPERMOM!

This is my self-portrait... What can I say? This is how I see myself... A recently single mother of 3 who has decided to go back to college and persue her dreams. I am managing to work full time as an assistant teacher (with a total of 63 students), go to the University in the evenings, raise 3 kids + 2 step-daughters, remodel a house, play taxi driver for my 79 year old grandmother, keep the dishes and clothes washed (most of the time) and even squeeze in some time to do my art. Most of my friends don't see how I do it ,and sometimes I don't either, so I tell myself that I am a "supermom", so I HAVE to do it all.

This is a work of Public work of Architecture downtown underground atlanta of a beautiful fountain. This is a site that many visitors love to see. Also with this fountain it is not all for show kids and or adults are allowed play in it. It also fits with the scenerary because it sits right in front the underground and Coca Cola world. It basically is here for show and also to inhance the scenery. I like this work of architect because it enhances the scenery.

Public work of art: Mosaic bench by Helen Helwig

This is a beautiful sculptural mosaic bench created by local artists: Helen Helwig and Machiko Ichihara. It is located in front of the Carrollton Cultural Arts Center. It definately fits into the neighborhood, being located just a block off of the town square and in front of the cultural art center where much of the local art cultural is derived. This is one of the few works of art that you can be seen outside of the cultural art center. It is a beautiful, functional work of art that is a welcomed addition to our town. You may also have seen another of their mosaic sculptures here at UWG near the campus center. It is titled "Centenial Tribute" and was created to symbolize the partnership of the university and the city of Carrollton for the past 100 years.

Public Architecture

I used this as my photograph for public architecture. It is the entrance way to the church located behind Adamson Square. The angle at which I took the picture shows a beautiful perspective of the architecture that is rarely noticed.

Self Portrait

I chose this photograph to use as my self portrait for many reasons. Among them is the fact it shows the more playful side of me. Also, I like that the way I edited it cast a bright, sunshine-y tint to it, which is indicative of my general personality.

Public Art & Architecture

This public art was found near the square in Carrollton. I think it's interesting because it is made of recycled materials. This artwork wasn't an installation made by the city or anything like that. It was created by a local artist and was on display for those who drove by it. Whether or not it fits into the environment is an interesting question. Those who appreciated this work and the others like it would say that it did fit in and that it was a familiar and pleasant site. But others considered this work to be an eye sore and not condusive to the businesses in the nearby area.

This is the Atlanta Georgia LDS temple located on Glenridge Drive. All LDS temples are made with great care. The Architects who create these buildings have to operate under a specialized set of rules. A lot of money goes into the building of these temples because they are considered houses of the Lord. This architecture is interesting or important because it is the only LDS temple in the state of Georgia.

-Libby Reid

Self Portrait

I decided to draw myself for my self portrait. I don't usually draw people well, so I wanted a challenge. I knew it would have to be something I spent a lot of time on and worked at. I'm pretty pleased with the overall results.

-Libby Reid

Self Potrait (Alex Boone)

This is my self portrait it has everything that defines me in the portrait. It has my favorite sports, sports that I played, instruments that I play, and finally pictures of my family.

New Endings (Alex Boone)

This public art is called New Endings. It marks the area where Atlanta had its first water supply. It was in Walton Park, but is now being re located to Freedom Parkway.

Public Art and Architecture

The piece of architecture I found was in Atlanta right next the the High Museum. This piece of work really doesn't fit into it's surroundings, because there are large buildings all around and then you have this very small house in the middle of it. I feel it's been there a long time and as Atlanta grew the look of the architecture changed around it. I feel the little house has very unique features compared to the boxed look of the larger buildings.

Self Portrait

My self portrait represents family, which represents me from begining until the present. The use of photos documents important events in my life that define who I am today. Thesubjects in the photos are those most valued in my life. This is not only a self portrait but also a portrait of my life.

This is a picture taken in Carrollton. I thought this was really pretty.

This is a picture of grafetti done in Carrollton, GA. I dont know the artist, but if I had to explain this grafetti I would say that not only does it symbolizes how a bicycle has evolved I wolud also say that it symbolizes how the world has changed over time.

Autumn is the prettiest season of the year. The plants on earth show off all its amazing colors and features. Trees shed their leaves in all colrs from yellow to brown.

Autumn on Campus

This is a picture on campus of the trees changing colors. This symbolizes that the weather is changing and that autumn is here. This season is one of the prettiest seasons and happens to be my favorite season. by Alex

autumn @ the cemetary

This is beautiful example of autumn. Just as spring symbolizes life and birth, fall symbolizes dying and death. What better place to capture this than at a cemetary? Not only is there beautiful folliage, but many of the flower arrangements mimic the beautiful fall colors.

Autumn in Action

I chose this first image of Fall because I liked the way it turned out when I edited it. It's different from what is typical of Fall pictures. The typical colors: reds, oranges, yellows, etc. are absent.

I chose this second image that represents fall because it shows rhythm.

I chose these last two pictures because it shows Autumn in action. They are of the same tree here on campus right outside the Humanities building. The last image was one that I saw coming from class one day. I thought the tree was so beautiful that I had to take a picture of it. The picture above the last image is one of the tree a few days later. I took this picture in order to show how much the tree had changed over a short period of time. It was a little shocking.

-Libby Reid

Autumn in Mt. Zion

Pumpkins remind me of Autumn because that's when they are mainly in season. Their bright orange colors and round shapes give them unique characteristics that exude warmth. The texture of their skin catches the light in many different ways making them appear like shiny new pennies.

Autumn

One of my homeboys draws graffiti during his free time and he drew some graffiti on his skateboard after sketching it out. It says ELEPH+star. If you would like some graffiti drawed just talk to me after class.

Noam Chomsky

I chose to use this piece of graffiti, which is a portrait of Noam Chomsky. The piece is extremely well done, and it is easily identifiable. Chomsky is a linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, political activist, and lecturer. He has made many contributions to the field of linguistics, but his political activism is what has gained him notoriety. He is a steadfast anarchist and political dissident. Also, Chomsky is a member of the group of philosophers who believes in libertarian socialism. Libertarian socialism is an idea that there should be no hierarchies in our society, political, economic, or social. This piece, as created by the artist, brings forward ideas that are not discussed in daily life, I would consider this piece of graffiti art, both because of the talent that was used to create it and because of the power that it holds to make a viewer really think.

Graffiti on a Cellar Door

I picked this graffiti piece because of its location. I normally think of graffiti as being on the sides of buildings or bridges, but this piece was located on the door of a wine cellar. I liked it because of how elegant and simple it looks, almost like caligraphy. I think it acutally enhances the appearance of the cellar. The white color choice also adds to its elegance.

I definitely think that graffiti is art, no question. I can only imagine that it would take a tremendous amount of talent to even do this simple piece that I am highlighting. It takes a creative mind that understands shape, spacing, color and many other art elements. I definitely think that graffiti is widely underappreciated and that there should be more of place for it in the art world.

-Libby Reid

This mural which was once looked upon as mere graffiti is now a portrayal of the journey to a historic event. When the artist painted this he was quoted as saying "

Well its because this candidate actually has the potential to heal America’s unkempt racial, genocidal wounds.

This man is a living symbol of unity being both truly Black and White. This is someone who is a living example of Dr. Kings dream."

If you look at the mural you will see the dedication to the art form. Only those with the heart of an artist could accomplish such a fete. Not only is this art but a reference to history being made.

Sara

Graffiti



I feel some graffiti is vandalism, but the graffiti I found in Atlanta is art. It doesn’t destroy property and it is a very nice piece of work. The saying “Trust your struggle,” must have meant something to the artist that he/she was trying to convey to others.

Jayanna Avery