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The key concepts in this film were about Andy Warhol’s experiences with art and life. He worked as a commercial artist until he started experimenting with advertising images.  Silk screening has to be enlarged several times, then it has to be transferred to paper. Andy Warhol uses a technique called Ten Lizes for silk screening. 

Andy Warhol: Images of an Image

I have chosen this video because I have heard of Andy Warhol’s painting of the Campbell’s soup picture. I also saw the painting in the art gallery.  It was interesting to know that Marilyn Monroe inspired him.

Isamu Noguchi: The Sculpture of Spaces

The key concepts in this video were Isamu Noguchi says that he has had a visual of s sculpture. He has a garden that his the “homage to the Japanese garden.” During his childhood he creates sculpture gardens. A sculpture in Jerusalem is known for its sensitivity to the spirit of the Holy city.  He imagines himself within the spaces of the park.

I found both of the films to be extremely interesting, watching the videos helped me get a better understanding from the book readings. The videos help with more background information that gives more depth of the readings.

Both of the videos that I have watched have related to the book because it helps understanding more about the artist. I like watching the videos because they give more of a visual and understanding.