Week 9: Space + Art
For the last module of the quarter we looked at the intersection of space and art, the “final frontier”. What immediately caught
my eye in this module was the video on the Powers of Ten. It is so incredible to see how tiny we are in the grand scheme of the
universe, but also how grand we are on a cellular level. It was interesting to view the video and go from feeling so small to
so not-small, as if we are mini galaxies ourselves. It was particularly interesting to note how the visual depictions
in the powers of ten portrayed periods of relative inactivity followed by activity, almost like an artistic pattern.
I think the video itself can be seen as an artistic expression of the natural world, space and cellular alike.
Lectures 3 and 4 in particular gave a great history lesson on the space race and mankind’s space curiosity. I have definitely heard
more of the positive accomplishments of space exploration, so I was saddened to learn about Laika the space dog
and other astronaut deaths as the space race continued. In lecture 6 we got a good look at how space exploration
is showcased in television shows, movies, and other popular media, such as the Flintstones. I think the abundance
of media we have on this topic shows how central it is to human curiosity and interest, as space is infinite and we have
infinite things to learn from it if desired.
References
NASA, www.nasa.gov/. Accessed 1 June 2023.
Office, Eames. “Powers of TenTM (1977).” YouTube, 26 Aug. 2010, youtu.be/0fKBhvDjuy0.
Online, UC. “8 Space PT3 1280X720.” YouTube, 29 July 2013, youtu.be/4WOqt_C55Mk.
Online, UC. “Space PT4.” YouTube, 30 May 2012, youtu.be/J5ClKO6AJPo.
Online, UC. “Space PT6.” YouTube, 30 May 2012, youtu.be/VYmOtFjIj0M.
Image Citations
Gomez, Jacub. Pexels, https://images.pexels.com/photos/1142950/pexels-photo-1142950.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&w=1260&h=750&dpr=2. Accessed 1 June 2023.
Pexels, https://images.pexels.com/photos/2150/sky-space-dark-galaxy.jpg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&w=800. Accessed 1 June 2023.
Pexels, https://images.pexels.com/photos/220201/pexels-photo-220201.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&w=1260&h=750&dpr=2. Accessed 1 June 2023.
Hi Anna! It's so fascinating and kind of terrifying how small we are compared to the rest of space. Space has always been so interesting to learn about and I feel like many can say this! Although it is very complex, the visuals of art and the scientists that work together to create these for an audience, is unique and informative. With evolution of technology, it amazes me to see all the new art, creations, and explorations of space.
ReplyDeleteHi Anna! i really enjoyed reading your post. I also found out it both interesting yet scary to think that we are so tiny in comparison to the immensity of space. I have never really thought about space and art coming together but your post and this weeks lecture definitely cleared it up really well.
ReplyDeleteHi Anna! The Powers of ten video also put everything into perspective for me. The universe is gigantic and there is still so much of unknown territory in space. Something I didn't realize was how much space exploration is showcased in television shows and media today. I think that is an important trend to recognize as it shows how many individuals are interested in space and want to know more about it. This gives Space art tons of potential for artists to express their curiosity and imagination of what our "final frontier" looks like. Great blog!
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