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Final Project: All Eyes on Paris

December 13, 2015 / / 5 Comments

DOULER

SOUFFRANCE

INOUBLIABLE

Breathe.

A young woman suddenly bumps into me and quickly walks past without a second glance. She has already forgotten the incident. I, however, have not.

Breathe.

We’re okay.

Breathe.

We have to be strong.

Breathe.

We will get though it.

9/11: the streets of Manhattan froze in smoke. The day was beyond disaster. “This is an attack on all of humanity.”

11/13: Paris. Shots. Seven locations. Hundreds of people. Wounded; crying; dead. “This is an attack on all of humanity.”

 

One month later we still face the pain and horror of the night that never ended.

One month later and we are still wondering how this happened. How are we the ones still standing while so many of our loved one are dead.

One month later and we still see their broken bodies, their empty eyes, their blank faces.

One month later and we are still wondering how we can ever escape or feel safe again.

One month later and we still have not found a way to live without this pain.

 

Where are the other survivors?

 

WAIT.

 

Who is to blame?

Who else is out there?

Who is on my side?

 

STOP.

 

It’s negativity that prevents us from moving forward.

It’s fear that keeps us from living.

It’s hatred that drives us apart.

 

STAND.

 

We must fight together as one.

We must live without holding back.

We must remember the past, embrace the present, and face forward to the future.

 

LOOK.

 

Everyone is mourning.

Everyone is giving their hands.

Everyone is holding each other.

 

WATCH.

 

The world is a bright place.

The world is not defined by bad people.

The world is full of good.

 

LISTEN.

 

Take this as a lesson.

Take the grief and turn it into action.

Take your tears and water the earth below. Grow from the ground up. Don’t dig up the past.

 

 

One world; one people; one life. It all matters.

 

 

“They would win if we didn’t go about our lives the way we used to.”

…

“Faced with terror, France must be strong. She must be great. We will be.”

…

“You will never defeat us. We are too strong.”

…

 

Think about it and you be surprised by what you realize:

One month later we are stronger than ever.

One month later we are connected in history.

One month later the streets are no longer covered in blood, but in flowers and letters of love.

One month later we are trying to make a difference.

One month later we can still smile, and that’s how life goes on.

 

All eyes on Paris.

 

 

By: Emily Weiss, Keti Tsotskolauri, Zuzanna Osiecka, Borys Shturman, Sabrina Yu, Jana Abumusallam

 

Final Project: Trapped Behind the Iris

December 13, 2015 / / 6 Comments

Art is perspective. The definition of art cannot and will never be limited to one statement. Parallel to the definition, or lack thereof, art can be anything and cannot be limited to one form, object, idea, or meaning. We are art and art is us– the definition of art is up to each and every one of us. This concept alone makes everyone a piece of art.

Art is comprehensive. Music, paintings, architecture, sports, movies, language, and much more. Whether we like it or not, every single thing is an art form. The interpretation of art differs from person to person, and the emotions we associate with art also vary. Nevertheless, we are brought together by our enjoyment for art, regardless of which kind of art it is. It is one of the reasons why we love America, a governing system that gives the people the freedom to be creative and to express that creativity.

Everyone went to an exhibition, a play, an opera, and a dance performance, but no one had the same review of it. Some were shocked, displeased, appreciative, or excited. Some performances were draining, others revitalizing. Everyone had a different experience, though we all had the same catalyst. This is a small portion of how we see  art everyday. On the street, in a home, or on the subway, art approaches us just as often as we approach it; And our range of reactions are as diverse as our range of experiences.

Just as we placed ourselves in each location, we also put a little bit of ourselves in our reactions. Given the choice to visit any art in New York City, we specifically chose those shown in the video for a purpose. Our reactions were reflective of our personalities and our inner thoughts. With no sound, we can only say so much. Art is reflected in all of us.

 

So then how do we define art? According to our beloved IDC class…

Art is enticing.

Art is confusing.

Art is passion.

Art is something that makes you feel a certain way.

Art is complex.

Art is mmmmmMMMmmmmmm.

Art is infinitely boundless; yet we are the borders of art.

Art is interpretive.

Art is infinite.

Art is perfectly flawed.

Art is a journey that we unintentionally take.

Art is independent, ambiguous expression of emotion and values that resonates across countries, cultures, and languages.

Art is what you deem it to be.

Art is full of expression.

Art is everything and anything.

Art is unique and insightful.

Art is personal.

Art is speaking without words.

Art is beautiful.

Art is too subjective for tastes.

Art is confusing. Art is everything, therefore, art is nothing.

Art is expression of the soul.

Art is something I need, it’s like breathing. And every day I look for some sign of art in my life.

Art is forever, as it will always be unique and independent. Art is truly a timeless masterpiece– we as people breathe it, walk it, view it, move to it, hear it, smell it, taste it, feel it, and ultimately, live it. Art is…

Green Notes

December 13, 2015 / / 8 Comments

The balancing of passion and practically is quintessentially the key to finding personal satisfaction. Achieving this should be the personal mission for every individual in the course of his quest for identifying life’s meaning. It is concerning and altogether heartbreaking that many, if not most, individuals over complicate this simplistic and joyous system of philosophical thought. Perhaps, we are not the first to acknowledge this but regardless it is a matter of the highest importance.

Passion versus practicality is a timeless human struggle. Webster’s Dictionary defines passion as a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something, and defines practicality as likely to succeed and reasonable to do or use. In life’s journey, we are repeatedly faced with the choice between doing what we believe is enjoyable and meaningful and accomplishing what we believe is responsible or viable. This is evident whether it be career choices, as we portray in our short film, or the core beliefs and values that we hold dear to our hearts. The common stigma is that in life when a man choses passion over practicality, he finds himself financially deficient. On the other hand, when a man choses practicality over passion he finds himself devoting his life to an occupation that he loathes.

The problem is that reason and passion are not mutually exclusive. We find true clarity, conviction, meaning, and happiness when these two elements overlap. A man cannot limit himself to one or the other. It is never too late to reevaluate the path of life that he chooses. If he chooses perceived passion over practicality, then he should find a way to make what he loves economically viable to help sustain himself. If he chooses perceived practicality over passion, then he should find a way to make their life choices fulfilling.

The idealist in one’s self wishes to live free and follow what the heart desires; while, the clear benefits of practicality can often burn holes in this vision while shining brighter on another, less attractive path. The great news is that, by blending what you love with what you can make materialistic gain off of, you find the best compromise is no compromise at all: find both in one.

Our work begs questioning on the choices we make when pursuing a career, and whether the things we enjoy on the side should solely be just that. As you watch our short film, our work will provide insight to evaluate the future choices that you plan on making as you go through your journey of life. Be prudent in your decision making and make choices out of rational discourse. However, at the same time, remember to leave room for your warm spirit to run wild and pursue what you enjoy.

Created by: Chris, Brandon, Ahmed, Anthony, Vincent

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